Remove Version Number Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/remove-version-number

A simple plugin that will remove the WordPress version number from all areas of your website.

10 active installs v1.0.0 PHP + WP 3.1+ Updated Feb 22, 2019
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85
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is Remove Version Number Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

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

No known CVEs Updated 7yr ago
Risk Assessment

The "remove-version-number" plugin v1.0.0 exhibits an exceptionally strong security posture based on the provided static analysis. The absence of any identified attack surface, dangerous functions, raw SQL queries, unescaped output, file operations, external HTTP requests, or taint flows is a significant strength. Furthermore, the lack of known vulnerabilities in its history indicates a well-maintained and secure development practice. The plugin also scores well by not bundling any libraries, which can sometimes introduce risks if not kept up-to-date.

However, it's important to note that the complete absence of any coded functionalities, particularly any form of user interaction or data processing (indicated by zero entry points and zero flows), means the plugin likely performs a very minimal or even no detectable function that would typically expose it to security risks. While this absence of functionality contributes to its apparent security, it also suggests that its utility might be limited. Therefore, while the plugin is demonstrably secure against common attack vectors, its true security benefit is directly tied to its intended and implemented functionality, which appears to be minimal or non-existent from this analysis.

Vulnerabilities
None known

Remove Version Number Security Vulnerabilities

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

Remove Version Number Release Timeline

No version history available.
Code Analysis
Analyzed Apr 16, 2026

Remove Version Number 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

Remove Version Number Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 3
filterthe_generatorremove-version-number.php:18
filterstyle_loader_srcremove-version-number.php:27
filterscript_loader_srcremove-version-number.php:28
Maintenance & Trust

Remove Version Number Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested5.0.25
Last updatedFeb 22, 2019
PHP min version
Downloads1K

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs10
Developer Profile

Remove Version Number Developer Profile

David Green

2 plugins · 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 Remove Version Number

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

Asset Fingerprints

Generator Patterns
WordPress 1.0.0
Version Parameters
ver=

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Remove Version Number