Simple Code Block Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/simple-code-block

A simple block to insert code into Gutenberg.

200 active installs v1.2.2 PHP 5.2.4+ WP 4.6+ Updated Jan 8, 2020
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CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
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Safety Verdict

Is Simple Code Block Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

Simple Code Block 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 static analysis of the "simple-code-block" plugin v1.2.2 indicates a strong security posture. The plugin demonstrates adherence to best practices by implementing prepared statements for all SQL queries and properly escaping all outputs. Furthermore, the absence of dangerous functions, file operations, external HTTP requests, and untainted flows suggests a well-crafted and secure codebase. The plugin also has a clean vulnerability history with no recorded CVEs, which further bolsters its security credentials. The limited attack surface, with no exposed AJAX handlers, REST API routes, shortcodes, or cron events without proper checks, is a significant strength. However, the complete lack of nonce and capability checks across all entry points, including potential future additions, represents a significant concern. While currently no vulnerabilities are evident due to the minimal attack surface, this oversight leaves the plugin vulnerable to permission issues and potential CSRF attacks should new entry points be introduced without corresponding security measures. The plugin's current strength lies in its simplicity and lack of complex functionalities, but this also means there's a potential risk if it evolves without incorporating robust authorization checks.

Key Concerns

  • Missing nonce checks on entry points
  • Missing capability checks on entry points
Vulnerabilities
None known

Simple Code Block Security Vulnerabilities

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

Simple Code Block 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

Simple Code Block Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 4
actionplugins_loadedcore\class-simple-code-block.php:135
actionenqueue_block_editor_assetscore\class-simple-code-block.php:153
actionenqueue_block_assetscore\class-simple-code-block.php:155
filterblock_categoriescore\class-simple-code-block.php:157
Maintenance & Trust

Simple Code Block Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested5.3.21
Last updatedJan 8, 2020
PHP min version5.2.4
Downloads9K

Community Trust

Rating98/100
Number of ratings9
Active installs200
Developer Profile

Simple Code Block Developer Profile

pablocianes

4 plugins · 260 total installs

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

How We Detect Simple Code Block

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

Asset Fingerprints

Asset Paths
/wp-content/plugins/simple-code-block/gutenberg/dist/blocks.build.js/wp-content/plugins/simple-code-block/gutenberg/dist/blocks.editor.build.css/wp-content/plugins/simple-code-block/gutenberg/dist/blocks.style.build.css/wp-content/plugins/simple-code-block/gutenberg/src/ace-editor/ace.js/wp-content/plugins/simple-code-block/gutenberg/src/frontend.blocks.js
Script Paths
wp-content/plugins/simple-code-block/gutenberg/dist/blocks.build.jswp-content/plugins/simple-code-block/gutenberg/dist/blocks.editor.build.csswp-content/plugins/simple-code-block/gutenberg/dist/blocks.style.build.csswp-content/plugins/simple-code-block/gutenberg/src/ace-editor/ace.jswp-content/plugins/simple-code-block/gutenberg/src/frontend.blocks.js
Version Parameters
simple-code-block-gutenberg-editor?ver=simple-code-block-gutenberg?ver=simple-code-block-gutenberg-frontend-ace?ver=simple-code-block-gutenberg-frontend?ver=

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

CSS Classes
wp-block-simple-code-block-ace
JS Globals
wp.blocks.registerBlockTypewp.i18n.__wp.element.createElementwp.components.TextControlwp.editor.RichTextwp.components.PanelBody+4 more
Shortcode Output
[simple_code_block]
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Simple Code Block