Does Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler have any unpatched vulnerabilities?

No published vulnerabilities and no findings under coordinated disclosure as of the latest data update. Always keep the plugin updated to the latest version.

Is Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler compatible with WordPress 5.7.15?

According to WordPress.org data, Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler 1.1.0 has been tested up to WordPress 5.7.15. Check the plugin's changelog for the latest compatibility information.

Is Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler compatible with PHP 5.6+?

Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most modern WordPress hosts run PHP 8.1 or 8.2. If you are on an older PHP version, consider upgrading before installing this plugin.

How often is Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler updated?

Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler was last updated on May 15, 2021. Frequent updates are generally a positive security signal.

What is Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler's security score?

Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler has a WP-Safety security score of 85/100. This score is computed from CVE history, patch response time, developer trust signals, and plugin maintenance activity.

Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/simple-xml-rpc-pingback-disabler

This plugin simply disables only the XML-RPC API Pingback Methods used by hackers on a WordPress site, providing an easy and simple way to disable/ena …

10 active installs v1.1.0 PHP 5.6+ WP 4.8+ Updated May 15, 2021

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A · Safe

CVEs total0

Unpatched0

Last CVENever

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Safety Verdict

Is Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler has no known CVEs and is actively maintained. It's a solid choice for most WordPress installations.

No known CVEs Updated 5yr ago

Risk Assessment

The "simple-xml-rpc-pingback-disabler" plugin, version 1.1.0, exhibits an exceptionally strong security posture based on the provided static analysis. The complete absence of identified entry points, dangerous functions, direct SQL queries, unescaped output, file operations, external HTTP requests, and taint flows with unsanitized paths is highly commendable. Furthermore, the lack of any recorded vulnerabilities, critical or otherwise, in its history reinforces this positive assessment. This indicates diligent development practices focused on security, with a deliberate effort to minimize the attack surface and sanitize any potential data flows.

Vulnerabilities

None known

Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler Security Vulnerabilities

No known vulnerabilities — this is a good sign.

Version History

Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler Release Timeline

v1.1.0Current

v1.0.0

Code Analysis

Analyzed Apr 16, 2026

Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler Code Analysis

Dangerous Functions

Raw SQL Queries

0 prepared

Unescaped Output

0 escaped

Nonce Checks

Capability Checks

File Operations

External Requests

Bundled Libraries

Attack Surface

Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler Attack Surface

Entry Points0

Unprotected0

WordPress Hooks 3

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actionwpsimple-xml-rpc-pingback-disabler.php:48

filterwp_headerssimple-xml-rpc-pingback-disabler.php:50

Maintenance & Trust

Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested5.7.15

Last updatedMay 15, 2021

PHP min version5.6

Downloads1K

Community Trust

Rating0/100

Number of ratings0

Active installs10

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Developer Profile

Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler Developer Profile

Vikash Chand

2 plugins · 30 total installs

trust score

Avg Security Score

85/100

Avg Patch Time

30 days

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Detection Fingerprints

How We Detect Simple XML-RPC Pingback Disabler

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

Asset Fingerprints

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