Rename Post Labels by WOWDevShop Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/rename-post-labels-by-wowdevshop

This plugin let's you change the default labels of the post type and customize the icon.

10 active installs v1.1.3 PHP + WP 3.0.1+ Updated Apr 18, 2018
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85
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is Rename Post Labels by WOWDevShop Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

Rename Post Labels by WOWDevShop 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 plugin 'rename-post-labels-by-wowdevshop' version 1.1.3 exhibits a strong security posture based on the provided static analysis. The absence of any identified AJAX handlers, REST API routes, shortcodes, or cron events significantly limits the plugin's attack surface, with zero unprotected entry points. Furthermore, the code signals indicate a clean codebase, with no dangerous functions, no direct SQL queries (all use prepared statements), and no file operations or external HTTP requests. The limited number of output operations, with a majority properly escaped, suggests a good practice in preventing cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities. The single capability check, while present, is a positive sign. The taint analysis shows no identified vulnerabilities, reinforcing the perception of a secure implementation.

The vulnerability history is equally positive, with zero recorded CVEs. This lack of past vulnerabilities, coupled with the current clean static analysis, indicates either a consistently well-developed plugin or a lack of public scrutiny for past issues. The plugin's strengths lie in its minimal attack surface and the careful coding practices observed regarding SQL and external interactions. However, the low number of output operations analyzed (33 total outputs) and the fact that only 67% are properly escaped could still represent a potential area for improvement, albeit with a low current risk.

In conclusion, the 'rename-post-labels-by-wowdevshop' v1.1.3 plugin appears to be very secure. Its limited attack surface, absence of known vulnerabilities, and responsible coding practices regarding data handling and external communication are all positive indicators. The primary area for minor concern is the 33% of output operations that are not properly escaped, although given the limited attack surface, the immediate risk is likely low. Overall, this plugin presents a low-security risk.

Key Concerns

  • Improperly escaped output detected
Vulnerabilities
None known

Rename Post Labels by WOWDevShop Security Vulnerabilities

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

Rename Post Labels by WOWDevShop Code Analysis

Dangerous Functions
0
Raw SQL Queries
0
0 prepared
Unescaped Output
11
22 escaped
Nonce Checks
0
Capability Checks
1
File Operations
0
External Requests
0
Bundled Libraries
0

Output Escaping

67% escaped33 total outputs
Attack Surface

Rename Post Labels by WOWDevShop Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 4
actionplugins_loadedwowdevshop-rename-post-labels.php:27
actionadmin_menuwowdevshop-rename-post-labels.php:31
actionadmin_menuwowdevshop-rename-post-labels.php:34
actioninitwowdevshop-rename-post-labels.php:37
Maintenance & Trust

Rename Post Labels by WOWDevShop Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested4.9.29
Last updatedApr 18, 2018
PHP min version
Downloads1K

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs10
Developer Profile

Rename Post Labels by WOWDevShop Developer Profile

Edwin Xico (XicoOfficial)

6 plugins · 100 total installs

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

How We Detect Rename Post Labels by WOWDevShop

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

Asset Fingerprints

Asset Paths
/wp-content/plugins/rename-post-labels-by-wowdevshop/assets/css/style.css/wp-content/plugins/rename-post-labels-by-wowdevshop/assets/js/scripts.js
Script Paths
/wp-content/plugins/rename-post-labels-by-wowdevshop/assets/js/scripts.js
Version Parameters
rename-post-labels-by-wowdevshop/assets/css/style.css?ver=rename-post-labels-by-wowdevshop/assets/js/scripts.js?ver=

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Rename Post Labels by WOWDevShop