Lock PHP Files Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/lock-php-files

Completely disables PHP file editing through WordPress admin.

0 active installs v1.0.4 PHP 7.0+ WP 4.7+ Updated Unknown
disable-editorfile-editorprotectionsecuresecurity
100
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is Lock PHP Files Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 100/100

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

No known CVEs
Risk Assessment

The 'lock-php-files' plugin, version 1.0.4, exhibits an exceptionally strong security posture based on the provided static analysis. The absence of any identified dangerous functions, SQL injection vulnerabilities, unescaped output, or file operations is highly commendable. Furthermore, the plugin demonstrates a complete lack of external HTTP requests and successfully implements prepared statements for any database interactions, which are key indicators of robust security practices.

The analysis reveals no attack surface that could be exploited, with zero AJAX handlers, REST API routes, shortcodes, or cron events. Crucially, there are no detected taint flows, meaning no unsanitized data is making its way into sensitive operations. The plugin's vulnerability history is also spotless, with no recorded CVEs of any severity. This clean record, combined with the clean static analysis, suggests a well-written and secure piece of code that is unlikely to introduce vulnerabilities.

While the current data indicates an excellent security profile, it's important to note that the lack of detected capabilities checks or nonce checks on entry points, combined with zero AJAX handlers and REST API routes, means these checks were not even necessary for the identified features. This could be a strength (simplicity) or a weakness if future functionality requires such checks and they are implemented incorrectly. However, based on the current findings, the plugin presents a very low risk.

Vulnerabilities
None known

Lock PHP Files Security Vulnerabilities

No known vulnerabilities — this is a good sign.
Code Analysis
Analyzed Mar 17, 2026

Lock PHP Files 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

Lock PHP Files Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 3
actionadmin_initlock-php-files.php:26
filteruser_has_caplock-php-files.php:29
actionadmin_noticeslock-php-files.php:32
Maintenance & Trust

Lock PHP Files Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested6.8.5
Last updatedUnknown
PHP min version7.0
Downloads268

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs0
Developer Profile

Lock PHP Files Developer Profile

rokundev

1 plugin · 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 Lock PHP Files

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

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Lock PHP Files