
Dark Code Security & Risk Analysis
wordpress.org/plugins/dark-codeDark mode for your code.
Is Dark Code Safe to Use in 2026?
Generally Safe
Score 100/100Dark Code has no known CVEs and is actively maintained. It's a solid choice for most WordPress installations.
The "dark-code" v0.1 plugin exhibits a strong security posture based on the provided static analysis and vulnerability history. The absence of any identified dangerous functions, raw SQL queries, unescaped output, file operations, external HTTP requests, or critical taint flows is highly commendable. Furthermore, the plugin's zero-day vulnerability history suggests a commitment to secure development practices. The total lack of entry points, both protected and unprotected, indicates that the plugin does not expose any immediate attack vectors through standard WordPress mechanisms like AJAX, REST API, shortcodes, or cron jobs. This clean slate is a significant strength.
However, the complete absence of nonce checks and capability checks across all observed areas is a notable concern. While there are currently no unprotected entry points, this indicates a lack of crucial authorization and integrity controls that are fundamental to WordPress plugin security. Should any entry points be added in future versions, or if there's an oversight in the static analysis, the absence of these checks could expose the plugin to significant risks. The current score reflects the excellent code quality but also flags the potential for future issues if these security fundamentals are not addressed.
Key Concerns
- Missing nonce checks on entry points
- Missing capability checks on entry points
Dark Code Security Vulnerabilities
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Maintenance & Trust
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