Imager Security & Risk Analysis

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Wordpress plugin for auto generating image alt attribute. On image upload, if alt attribute is empty: Generates image clean title from filename Then …

40 active installs v1.0.1 PHP 7.4+ WP 5.2+ Updated Jul 23, 2021
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A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
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Safety Verdict

Is Imager Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

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

No known CVEs Updated 4yr ago
Risk Assessment

The 'imager' plugin version 1.0.1 demonstrates a strong security posture based on the provided static analysis. The absence of any identified dangerous functions, raw SQL queries, file operations, external HTTP requests, and a clean record of vulnerability history are all positive indicators. The complete absence of an attack surface, including AJAX handlers, REST API routes, shortcodes, and cron events, is a significant strength, suggesting that there are no direct entry points into the plugin that could be exploited.

However, the complete lack of any nonces or capability checks on the identified (albeit zero) entry points is a notable concern. While there are no current entry points, the absence of these fundamental security mechanisms suggests a potential oversight in the plugin's design philosophy. If future versions introduce any form of user interaction or data processing, these missing checks could become a significant vulnerability. The vulnerability history being empty is excellent, but it does not negate the need for robust security practices within the code itself.

In conclusion, 'imager' v1.0.1 appears secure due to its minimal attack surface and lack of known vulnerabilities. The developers have clearly prioritized security in these areas. The primary weakness lies in the complete absence of security checks like nonces and capability checks, which, while not exploitable in the current version, represent a missed opportunity for defensive programming and a potential future risk if the plugin evolves.

Key Concerns

  • No nonce checks implemented
  • No capability checks implemented
Vulnerabilities
None known

Imager Security Vulnerabilities

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

Imager Code Analysis

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

Output Escaping

100% escaped2 total outputs
Attack Surface

Imager Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 2
actionadd_attachmentImager.php:26
filterwp_get_attachment_image_attributesImager.php:27
Maintenance & Trust

Imager Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested5.7.15
Last updatedJul 23, 2021
PHP min version7.4
Downloads1K

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs40
Developer Profile

Imager Developer Profile

viljuska

1 plugin · 40 total installs

84
trust score
Avg Security Score
85/100
Avg Patch Time
30 days
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Detection Fingerprints

How We Detect Imager

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 Imager