lj tag parser Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/lj-tag-parser

Replaces lj user, lj comm, and lj-cut tags with correct HTML code. This means your lj-cuts will behave like "more"s!

10 active installs v0.5 PHP + WP 2.3.3+ Updated Aug 28, 2009
livejournalljcommljcutljuser
85
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is lj tag parser Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

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

No known CVEs Updated 16yr ago
Risk Assessment

Based on the provided static analysis and vulnerability history, the "lj-tag-parser" plugin v0.5 exhibits a remarkably strong security posture. The absence of any detected dangerous functions, raw SQL queries, unescaped output, file operations, external HTTP requests, or insecure entry points (AJAX, REST API, shortcodes, cron) is highly commendable. Furthermore, the lack of any recorded vulnerabilities, including CVEs, further reinforces this positive assessment. This indicates a diligent approach to secure coding practices by the developers.

However, the analysis also reveals a complete absence of security checks like nonce and capability checks across all potential entry points, which are reported as zero. While currently there are no identified vulnerabilities due to the limited attack surface and no detected taint flows, this could become a significant concern if the plugin's functionality expands or if an unforeseen vulnerability is introduced in future updates. The current data suggests the plugin is secure due to its simplicity and lack of complex interactions, but the lack of robust defensive mechanisms leaves room for potential future risks if its design or scope changes without corresponding security enhancements.

Key Concerns

  • Missing nonce checks on entry points
  • Missing capability checks on entry points
Vulnerabilities
None known

lj tag parser Security Vulnerabilities

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

lj tag parser Release Timeline

v0.5Current
v0.4
v0.3
v0.2
Code Analysis
Analyzed Apr 16, 2026

lj tag parser 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

lj tag parser Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 4
filterthe_titlelj-tag-parser.php:38
filterthe_contentlj-tag-parser.php:39
filterthe_contentlj-tag-parser.php:40
filtercomment_textlj-tag-parser.php:41
Maintenance & Trust

lj tag parser Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested2.7.4
Last updatedAug 28, 2009
PHP min version
Downloads2K

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs10
Developer Profile

lj tag parser Developer Profile

alibee

1 plugin · 10 total installs

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

How We Detect lj tag parser

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

Asset Fingerprints

Asset Paths
/wp-content/plugins/lj-tag-parser/style.css/wp-content/plugins/lj-tag-parser/lj-tag-parser.js
Script Paths
/wp-content/plugins/lj-tag-parser/lj-tag-parser.js
Version Parameters
lj-tag-parser/style.css?ver=lj-tag-parser/lj-tag-parser.js?ver=

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

Shortcode Output
<nobr><a href="http://www.livejournal.com/userinfo.bml?user=<nobr><a href="http://www.livejournal.com/userinfo.bml?user=<nobr><a href="http://www.livejournal.com/community/<b>(<a href='
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about lj tag parser