Easy Default Parameters Security & Risk Analysis

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Tested up to 3.4.2 Stable Tag: 1.0 Set your own default parameters on a fresh WordPress install

10 active installs v0.1 PHP + WP + Updated Sep 28, 2012
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A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is Easy Default Parameters Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

Easy Default Parameters has no known CVEs and is actively maintained. It's a solid choice for most WordPress installations.

No known CVEs Updated 13yr ago
Risk Assessment

The plugin "easy-default-parameters" v0.1 exhibits a strong security posture based on the provided static analysis and vulnerability history. The static analysis reveals no discernible attack surface, meaning there are no readily identifiable entry points like AJAX handlers, REST API routes, or shortcodes. Furthermore, the code signals are overwhelmingly positive, with no dangerous functions, all SQL queries using prepared statements, and all output properly escaped. The absence of file operations, external HTTP requests, nonce checks, and capability checks, while potentially indicative of a very simple plugin, also means these common vectors for vulnerabilities are not present.

The lack of any recorded CVEs, either historical or currently unpatched, is a significant strength. This suggests a history of secure development and potentially thorough vetting. The plugin appears to have no critical or high-severity vulnerabilities in its past. The taint analysis also shows zero flows with unsanitized paths, indicating no concerning data handling practices that could lead to exploitation.

In conclusion, the "easy-default-parameters" plugin v0.1 appears to be very secure, with no identified vulnerabilities in its code or history. Its limited attack surface and adherence to secure coding practices like prepared statements and output escaping are commendable. The primary 'weakness,' if it can be called that, is the apparent lack of functionality indicated by the zero entry points, which also contributes to its security by minimizing potential exposure. However, a lack of capability checks, while not a direct vulnerability in this context, might be a point to consider if the plugin were to evolve and require authorization for certain operations.

Vulnerabilities
None known

Easy Default Parameters Security Vulnerabilities

No known vulnerabilities — this is a good sign.
Code Analysis
Analyzed Mar 17, 2026

Easy Default Parameters 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

Easy Default Parameters Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
Maintenance & Trust

Easy Default Parameters Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested
Last updatedSep 28, 2012
PHP min version
Downloads2K

Community Trust

Rating100/100
Number of ratings1
Active installs10
Developer Profile

Easy Default Parameters Developer Profile

Remi Corson

10 plugins · 780 total installs

83
trust score
Avg Security Score
84/100
Avg Patch Time
30 days
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Detection Fingerprints

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FAQ

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