
rtSyntax Security & Risk Analysis
wordpress.org/plugins/rtsyntaxA no-fuss, lightweight, fast and optimised syntax highlighter for WordPress
Is rtSyntax Safe to Use in 2026?
Generally Safe
Score 85/100rtSyntax has no known CVEs and is actively maintained. It's a solid choice for most WordPress installations.
The rtsyntax plugin version 1.0.5 exhibits an exceptionally clean static analysis report. There are no identified AJAX handlers, REST API routes, shortcodes, or cron events, resulting in a zero attack surface. Furthermore, the code demonstrates excellent security practices with zero dangerous functions, all SQL queries utilizing prepared statements, and all outputs properly escaped. File operations and external HTTP requests are also absent. The plugin also reports no known vulnerabilities or CVEs, indicating a history of security diligence. This combination of a minimal attack surface and strong coding practices suggests a very low-risk profile. However, the absence of nonce and capability checks, while not a direct risk given the lack of entry points, could become a concern if future versions introduce new functionalities without proper security mechanisms in place. The plugin's current state is highly secure.
Key Concerns
- No Nonce Checks Present
- No Capability Checks Present
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Maintenance & Trust
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rtSyntax Developer Profile
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