Randomize CSS Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/randomize-css

Randomize CSS plugin can be configured to randomize part of the css on each page view. It can for example change random colors.

10 active installs v0.4 PHP + WP 2.0.2+ Updated Jan 25, 2014
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85
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is Randomize CSS Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

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

No known CVEs Updated 12yr ago
Risk Assessment

The "randomize-css" plugin v0.4 exhibits a mixed security posture. On the positive side, it has a very small attack surface with no apparent entry points exposed to potential attackers. The plugin also shows good practice by utilizing prepared statements for all its SQL queries, indicating a proactive approach to preventing SQL injection vulnerabilities. Furthermore, there is no recorded vulnerability history, suggesting a track record of secure development. However, a significant concern is the complete lack of output escaping. This means that any data output by the plugin, regardless of its source, is not being properly sanitized, leaving it vulnerable to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks. The presence of file operations without explicit mention of sanitization or proper handling also warrants attention. While the absence of known CVEs is a positive sign, the identified lack of output escaping presents a clear and present risk that should be addressed.

Key Concerns

  • 0% output escaping
  • File operations present without explicit sanitization checks
Vulnerabilities
None known

Randomize CSS Security Vulnerabilities

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

Randomize CSS Code Analysis

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

Output Escaping

0% escaped6 total outputs
Attack Surface

Randomize CSS Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 3
actionadmin_menurandomize-css.php:178
actionwp_headrandomize-css.php:179
actioninitrandomize-css.php:182
Maintenance & Trust

Randomize CSS Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested3.7.41
Last updatedJan 25, 2014
PHP min version
Downloads2K

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs10
Developer Profile

Randomize CSS Developer Profile

flocsy

4 plugins · 1K total installs

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

How We Detect Randomize CSS

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

Asset Fingerprints

Asset Paths
/wp-content/plugins/randomize-css/css.php

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

CSS Classes
radio
Data Attributes
randomize-css-sourcerandomize-css-template
JS Globals
randomize_css_onclick
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Randomize CSS