Disable auto-update Email Notifications Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/disable-auto-update-email-notifications

This plugin performs a simple task of disabling email notifications that are sent by WordPress when a plugin or theme auto-updates.

30K active installs v1.5.0 PHP 5.6+ WP 5.5+ Updated Jan 21, 2025
auto-updatedisableemailnotificationtheme
92
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is Disable auto-update Email Notifications Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 92/100

Disable auto-update Email Notifications has no known CVEs and is actively maintained. It's a solid choice for most WordPress installations.

No known CVEs Updated 1yr ago
Risk Assessment

Based on the provided static analysis and vulnerability history, the "disable-auto-update-email-notifications" plugin version 1.5.0 exhibits a strong security posture. The static analysis reveals an absence of common attack vectors such as AJAX handlers, REST API routes, shortcodes, and cron events that are exposed without authentication or proper checks. Furthermore, the code signals indicate a responsible development approach with no dangerous functions, all SQL queries utilizing prepared statements, and 100% proper output escaping. The absence of file operations, external HTTP requests, nonce checks, and capability checks on entry points also contributes to a reduced attack surface. Taint analysis shows no identified vulnerabilities.

The vulnerability history further reinforces this positive assessment, with zero recorded CVEs of any severity. This lack of past vulnerabilities, combined with the current clean bill of health from static analysis, suggests a well-maintained and secure plugin. The plugin's focus appears to be on its core functionality without introducing unnecessary complexity or exposed features that could be exploited.

In conclusion, this plugin demonstrates a commendable commitment to security. The minimal attack surface, adherence to secure coding practices like prepared statements and output escaping, and a spotless vulnerability record make it a low-risk choice. The absence of any identified issues in the provided data is a significant strength.

Vulnerabilities
None known

Disable auto-update Email Notifications Security Vulnerabilities

No known vulnerabilities — this is a good sign.
Code Analysis
Analyzed Mar 16, 2026

Disable auto-update Email Notifications 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

Disable auto-update Email Notifications Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 2
filterauto_plugin_update_send_emaildisable-auto-update-email-notifications.php:12
filterauto_theme_update_send_emaildisable-auto-update-email-notifications.php:15
Maintenance & Trust

Disable auto-update Email Notifications Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested6.7.5
Last updatedJan 21, 2025
PHP min version5.6
Downloads187K

Community Trust

Rating90/100
Number of ratings15
Active installs30K
Developer Profile

Disable auto-update Email Notifications Developer Profile

Elvis Nyakangi

1 plugin · 30K total installs

88
trust score
Avg Security Score
92/100
Avg Patch Time
30 days
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Detection Fingerprints

How We Detect Disable auto-update Email Notifications

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

Asset Fingerprints

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Disable auto-update Email Notifications