Channel 9 Embed Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/channel-9-embed

Channel 9 is a video service run by Microsoft. Channel 9 provides a way to embed videos

10 active installs v0.7.3 PHP + WP 3.3+ Updated Jun 5, 2017
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CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is Channel 9 Embed Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

Channel 9 Embed has no known CVEs and is actively maintained. It's a solid choice for most WordPress installations.

No known CVEs Updated 8yr ago
Risk Assessment

The "channel-9-embed" plugin v0.7.3 exhibits an exceptionally strong security posture based on the provided static analysis. The complete absence of identified entry points such as AJAX handlers, REST API routes, shortcodes, and cron events significantly limits its attack surface. Furthermore, the code signals indicate a robust development approach, with no dangerous functions, all SQL queries utilizing prepared statements, and all output being properly escaped. The absence of file operations and external HTTP requests further mitigates potential risks. The taint analysis revealing zero flows with unsanitized paths, especially at critical or high severity, reinforces this positive assessment. The plugin also has no recorded vulnerability history, contributing to its current secure standing. While the lack of explicit nonce and capability checks might be concerning in plugins with exposed entry points, the fact that there are no exposed entry points renders this less of a direct risk in this specific instance. The overall impression is a well-coded and secure plugin, with no immediate security concerns identified.

Vulnerabilities
None known

Channel 9 Embed Security Vulnerabilities

No known vulnerabilities — this is a good sign.
Version History

Channel 9 Embed Release Timeline

No version history available.
Code Analysis
Analyzed Mar 17, 2026

Channel 9 Embed Code Analysis

Dangerous Functions
0
Raw SQL Queries
0
0 prepared
Unescaped Output
0
0 escaped
Nonce Checks
0
Capability Checks
0
File Operations
0
External Requests
0
Bundled Libraries
0
Attack Surface

Channel 9 Embed Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
Maintenance & Trust

Channel 9 Embed Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested4.8.28
Last updatedJun 5, 2017
PHP min version
Downloads2K

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs10
Developer Profile

Channel 9 Embed Developer Profile

Ben Lobaugh (blobaugh)

11 plugins · 11K total installs

84
trust score
Avg Security Score
85/100
Avg Patch Time
30 days
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Detection Fingerprints

How We Detect Channel 9 Embed

Patterns used to identify this plugin on WordPress sites during automated security audits and web crawling.

Asset Fingerprints

Version Parameters
channel-9-embed/channel-9-embed.php?ver=0.7.3

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

Shortcode Output
<iframe src="/player?w=512&h=288" width="512px" height="288px" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0"></iframe>
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Channel 9 Embed