Simple Shortcode Block Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/simple-shortcode-block

A simple block to render a shortcode in a dynamic way into the new editor Gutenberg.

30 active installs v1.0.2 PHP 5.2.4+ WP 4.6+ Updated Unknown
blockdynamic-shortcodegutenbergshortcode
100
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
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Safety Verdict

Is Simple Shortcode Block Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 100/100

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

No known CVEs
Risk Assessment

The static analysis of the "simple-shortcode-block" v1.0.2 plugin reveals a remarkably clean codebase with no identified vulnerabilities or concerning code signals. The absence of dangerous functions, reliance on prepared statements for any potential SQL queries (though none were detected), and proper output escaping indicate strong adherence to secure coding practices. Furthermore, the plugin has no recorded vulnerability history, suggesting a stable and secure development track record.

The plugin presents a minimal attack surface, with zero AJAX handlers, REST API routes, shortcodes, or cron events detected. This lack of entry points significantly reduces the opportunities for attackers to exploit the plugin. Taint analysis also yielded no findings, further bolstering the plugin's security posture. The absence of any detected file operations or external HTTP requests also contributes to a secure design.

Overall, this plugin appears to be exceptionally secure based on the provided static analysis and vulnerability history. The lack of any identified risks, coupled with a strong adherence to secure coding principles and a clean history, presents a very positive security assessment. The only minor area for consideration, though not a detected risk, is the complete absence of nonce and capability checks, which could be a preventative measure if the plugin were to evolve and gain entry points.

Vulnerabilities
None known

Simple Shortcode Block Security Vulnerabilities

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

Simple Shortcode Block Code Analysis

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

Output Escaping

100% escaped1 total outputs
Attack Surface

Simple Shortcode Block Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 5
actionplugins_loadedcore\class-simple-shortcode-block.php:135
actionwp_footercore\class-simple-shortcode-block.php:153
actionenqueue_block_editor_assetscore\class-simple-shortcode-block.php:155
actioninitcore\class-simple-shortcode-block.php:158
filterblock_categoriescore\class-simple-shortcode-block.php:160
Maintenance & Trust

Simple Shortcode Block Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested5.3.21
Last updatedUnknown
PHP min version5.2.4
Downloads9K

Community Trust

Rating90/100
Number of ratings2
Active installs30
Developer Profile

Simple Shortcode 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 Shortcode 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-shortcode-block/dist/blocks.build.js/wp-content/plugins/simple-shortcode-block/dist/blocks.editor.build.css/wp-content/plugins/simple-shortcode-block/src/editor.blocks.js/wp-content/plugins/simple-shortcode-block/dist/blocks.style.build.css/wp-content/plugins/simple-shortcode-block/src/frontend.blocks.js
Script Paths
/wp-content/plugins/simple-shortcode-block/dist/blocks.build.js/wp-content/plugins/simple-shortcode-block/src/editor.blocks.js/wp-content/plugins/simple-shortcode-block/src/frontend.blocks.js
Version Parameters
/wp-content/plugins/simple-shortcode-block/dist/blocks.build.js?ver=/wp-content/plugins/simple-shortcode-block/dist/blocks.editor.build.css?ver=/wp-content/plugins/simple-shortcode-block/src/editor.blocks.js?ver=/wp-content/plugins/simple-shortcode-block/dist/blocks.style.build.css?ver=/wp-content/plugins/simple-shortcode-block/src/frontend.blocks.js?ver=

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

CSS Classes
wp-block-simple-shortcode-block-shortcode
Data Attributes
data-block="simple-shortcode-block/shortcode"
JS Globals
ssb_plugins_register_stylesssb_plugins_register_scripts
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Simple Shortcode Block