Headless GA4 Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/headless-ga4

Display lightweight GA4 traffic data in the WordPress dashboard for headless frontends.

0 active installs v0.1.1 PHP 7.4+ WP 6.4+ Updated Apr 13, 2026
adminanalyticsdashboardga4headless
100
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is Headless GA4 Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 100/100

Headless GA4 has no known CVEs and is actively maintained. It's a solid choice for most WordPress installations.

No known CVEs Updated 1mo ago
Risk Assessment

The headless-ga4 plugin, version 0.1.1, exhibits a strong security posture based on the provided static analysis. The plugin has zero entry points that are unprotected, zero dangerous functions, and all SQL queries are properly prepared. Furthermore, the vast majority of output is correctly escaped, and there are no file operations or taint analysis issues indicating potential vulnerabilities. The presence of nonce checks, capability checks, and the absence of bundled libraries are also positive security indicators.

While the code analysis reveals a generally secure implementation, the plugin does make two external HTTP requests. The nature and destination of these requests are not detailed, which could represent a potential risk if they are not handled securely or if they communicate with untrusted endpoints. The vulnerability history is clean, with no recorded CVEs, which suggests a well-maintained and secure codebase to date. However, the absence of past vulnerabilities does not guarantee future immunity, and ongoing vigilance is always recommended.

In conclusion, the headless-ga4 plugin appears to be a secure option based on the available data. Its robust handling of common vulnerability vectors like SQL injection and cross-site scripting is commendable. The only area for potential concern lies with the unexamined external HTTP requests, which warrant further investigation into their implementation and destination. The plugin's clean vulnerability history is a significant strength, indicating a commitment to security by its developers.

Key Concerns

  • External HTTP requests made
Vulnerabilities
None known

Headless GA4 Security Vulnerabilities

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

Headless GA4 Release Timeline

v0.1.1Current
Code Analysis
Analyzed Apr 16, 2026

Headless GA4 Code Analysis

Dangerous Functions
0
Raw SQL Queries
0
0 prepared
Unescaped Output
1
107 escaped
Nonce Checks
3
Capability Checks
6
File Operations
0
External Requests
2
Bundled Libraries
0

Output Escaping

99% escaped108 total outputs
Attack Surface

Headless GA4 Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 8
actionadmin_enqueue_scriptsincludes/admin-assets.php:33
actionadmin_noticesincludes/config.php:278
actionwp_dashboard_setupincludes/dashboard-widget.php:24
actionadmin_post_headless_ga4_refreshincludes/dashboard-widget.php:107
actionadmin_menuincludes/settings-page.php:22
actionadmin_initincludes/settings-page.php:89
actionadmin_post_headless_ga4_test_connectionincludes/settings-page.php:292
actionadmin_post_headless_ga4_clear_credentialsincludes/settings-page.php:314
Maintenance & Trust

Headless GA4 Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested6.9.4
Last updatedApr 13, 2026
PHP min version7.4
Downloads29

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs0
Developer Profile

Headless GA4 Developer Profile

jakubkanna

4 plugins · 0 total installs

94
trust score
Avg Security Score
100/100
Avg Patch Time
30 days
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Detection Fingerprints

How We Detect Headless GA4

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

Asset Fingerprints

Asset Paths
/wp-content/plugins/headless-ga4/assets/admin.css
Version Parameters
headless-ga4/assets/admin.css?ver=

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Headless GA4