Shortcode Callback Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/shortcode-callback

Adds a [callback] shortcode that can trigger PHP code so you can insert custom/complex things into your pages/posts.

10 active installs v1.0.0 PHP + WP 2.5+ Updated Aug 17, 2015
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85
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is Shortcode Callback Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

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

No known CVEs Updated 10yr ago
Risk Assessment

The "shortcode-callback" v1.0.0 plugin exhibits a generally positive security posture based on the provided static analysis. The absence of dangerous functions, raw SQL queries, unescaped output, file operations, external HTTP requests, and any recorded vulnerabilities in its history are all strong indicators of good development practices. The plugin has a minimal attack surface, with only one shortcode identified, and crucially, this entry point is not immediately flagged as unprotected. Taint analysis also shows no critical or high-severity unsanitized paths, further bolstering confidence in its security.

Key Concerns

  • No nonce checks detected
  • No capability checks detected
Vulnerabilities
None known

Shortcode Callback Security Vulnerabilities

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

Shortcode Callback Release Timeline

v1.0.0Current
Code Analysis
Analyzed Mar 17, 2026

Shortcode Callback 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

Shortcode Callback Attack Surface

Entry Points1
Unprotected0

Shortcodes 1

[callback] shortcode-callback.php:69
Maintenance & Trust

Shortcode Callback Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested4.3.0
Last updatedAug 17, 2015
PHP min version
Downloads2K

Community Trust

Rating100/100
Number of ratings1
Active installs10
Developer Profile

Shortcode Callback Developer Profile

digitalpoint

4 plugins · 3K total installs

89
trust score
Avg Security Score
93/100
Avg Patch Time
30 days
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Detection Fingerprints

How We Detect Shortcode Callback

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

Asset Fingerprints

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

Shortcode Output
[callback][callback] Function not callable: [callback] File not found:
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Shortcode Callback