Insert Text Symbols Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/insert-text-symbols

This plugin will add a button to the Gutenberg editor for inserting text symbols or emojis into your WordPress posts or pages.

30 active installs v1.1 PHP + WP 5.0.1+ Updated May 6, 2022
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A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is Insert Text Symbols Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

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

No known CVEs Updated 3yr ago
Risk Assessment

Based on the provided static analysis and vulnerability history, the 'insert-text-symbols' plugin v1.1 demonstrates a strong security posture. The code analysis reveals no dangerous functions, no direct SQL queries, and all output is properly escaped. Furthermore, there are no identified file operations or external HTTP requests, and crucially, no vulnerabilities have been recorded in its history. The plugin also shows a remarkably small attack surface with zero entry points, indicating a lack of user-facing interactive elements that could be exploited.

However, the absence of any nonces or capability checks across its (albeit zero) entry points, while not an immediate risk given the current attack surface, represents a potential weakness. If the plugin were to be updated to include any form of user interaction or functionality that modifies data, the lack of these fundamental security measures could become a significant concern. The plugin's history of zero vulnerabilities is a positive sign, suggesting careful development or a low-risk function set.

In conclusion, the 'insert-text-symbols' plugin v1.1 appears to be highly secure in its current state, with no apparent vulnerabilities detected through static analysis or historical data. Its minimal attack surface and adherence to secure coding practices for existing code are commendable strengths. The primary area for improvement, though not an immediate risk, lies in the absence of robust security checks like nonces and capability checks, which should be implemented if the plugin evolves to include any interactive features.

Key Concerns

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

Insert Text Symbols Security Vulnerabilities

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

Insert Text Symbols 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

Insert Text Symbols Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 1
actionenqueue_block_editor_assetsfunctions.php:24
Maintenance & Trust

Insert Text Symbols Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested5.9.13
Last updatedMay 6, 2022
PHP min version
Downloads2K

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs30
Developer Profile

Insert Text Symbols Developer Profile

codingdude

3 plugins · 30 total installs

87
trust score
Avg Security Score
90/100
Avg Patch Time
30 days
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Detection Fingerprints

How We Detect Insert Text Symbols

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

Asset Fingerprints

Asset Paths
/wp-content/plugins/insert-text-symbols/js/emojis.js/wp-content/plugins/insert-text-symbols/js/main.js/wp-content/plugins/insert-text-symbols/css/main.css
Script Paths
/wp-content/plugins/insert-text-symbols/js/emojis.js/wp-content/plugins/insert-text-symbols/js/main.js
Version Parameters
insert-text-symbols/js/emojis.js?ver=insert-text-symbols/js/main.js?ver=

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Insert Text Symbols