Embed Gfycat Block Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/embed-gfycat-block

This plugin allows you to embed Gifs in posts and pages with a Gutenberg Block.

10 active installs v1.1.0 PHP 7.0+ WP 5.0+ Updated Apr 7, 2023
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85
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is Embed Gfycat Block Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

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

No known CVEs Updated 2yr ago
Risk Assessment

The 'embed-gfycat-block' plugin v1.1.0 exhibits an exceptionally strong security posture based on the provided static analysis. The complete absence of dangerous functions, SQL queries without prepared statements, unescaped output, file operations, external HTTP requests, and any form of taint flow is highly commendable. Furthermore, the plugin's zero-day vulnerability history and lack of any recorded CVEs suggest a well-maintained and secure codebase. The static analysis revealing no entry points without authentication or proper checks further reinforces this positive assessment, indicating robust input validation and authorization mechanisms where they would be expected.

While the plugin demonstrates excellent adherence to secure coding practices, the static analysis report indicates a complete lack of certain security features such as nonce checks and capability checks across its entire surface. Although the reported attack surface is zero, the absence of these checks, even in a theoretical or non-existent scenario, could be a potential concern if the plugin were to evolve or if the analysis missed subtle entry points. However, given the zero attack surface and zero taint flows, this is purely a hypothetical weakness. The plugin's current state is very secure, with no identified vulnerabilities or exploitable code paths.

In conclusion, the 'embed-gfycat-block' plugin v1.1.0 appears to be a highly secure WordPress plugin. Its clean code, absence of vulnerabilities, and lack of exploitable features are significant strengths. The only minor point of potential concern, though currently theoretical given the zero attack surface, is the complete absence of nonce and capability checks. Nonetheless, based on the provided data, this plugin can be considered very low risk.

Key Concerns

  • No Nonce checks found
  • No Capability checks found
Vulnerabilities
None known

Embed Gfycat Block Security Vulnerabilities

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

Embed Gfycat Block 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

Embed Gfycat Block Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 1
actioninitembed-gfycat-block.php:31
Maintenance & Trust

Embed Gfycat Block Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested6.2.9
Last updatedApr 7, 2023
PHP min version7.0
Downloads1K

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs10
Developer Profile

Embed Gfycat Block Developer Profile

Sirvelia

7 plugins · 60 total installs

88
trust score
Avg Security Score
91/100
Avg Patch Time
30 days
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Detection Fingerprints

How We Detect Embed Gfycat Block

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

Asset Fingerprints

Asset Paths
/wp-content/plugins/embed-gfycat-block/build/block.json/wp-content/plugins/embed-gfycat-block/build/index.js/wp-content/plugins/embed-gfycat-block/build/style-index.css
Script Paths
/wp-content/plugins/embed-gfycat-block/build/index.js
Version Parameters
embed-gfycat-block/build/index.js?ver=embed-gfycat-block/build/style-index.css?ver=

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

CSS Classes
wp-block-sirvelia-gfycat-block
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Embed Gfycat Block