Widget Magic Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/widget-magic

Provides a shortcode that allows sidebars to be used in any page or post.

10 active installs v1.1.0 PHP + WP 3.0.0+ Updated Jul 11, 2011
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85
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is Widget Magic Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

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

No known CVEs Updated 14yr ago
Risk Assessment

Based on the static analysis and vulnerability history provided, the "widget-magic" v1.1.0 plugin exhibits a strong security posture. The code analysis reveals no dangerous functions, file operations, external HTTP requests, or SQL queries that are not properly prepared. Furthermore, all observed output is correctly escaped, and there are no identified taint flows with unsanitized paths. This indicates that the developers have implemented many good security practices.

The plugin's attack surface is minimal, consisting of a single shortcode. Crucially, there are no unprotected entry points, and the analysis found no vulnerabilities in its handling of AJAX handlers or REST API routes, which are often common attack vectors. The complete absence of known CVEs and a clean vulnerability history further bolster its security reputation. However, it's worth noting the complete lack of nonce and capability checks, which, while not immediately leading to a deduction given the current analysis, represent a potential area for improvement in hardening the plugin against more sophisticated or automated attacks, especially if the shortcode's functionality were to evolve.

In conclusion, "widget-magic" v1.1.0 appears to be a secure plugin with no immediate critical vulnerabilities identified. Its adherence to prepared statements, output escaping, and minimal attack surface are commendable. The absence of any vulnerability history suggests a history of secure development. The sole point of potential concern, though not a concrete vulnerability in this specific analysis, is the lack of nonces and capability checks, which could be addressed for enhanced security resilience.

Vulnerabilities
None known

Widget Magic Security Vulnerabilities

No known vulnerabilities — this is a good sign.
Code Analysis
Analyzed Mar 17, 2026

Widget Magic 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

Widget Magic Attack Surface

Entry Points1
Unprotected0

Shortcodes 1

[show_sidebar] widget_magic.php:32
Maintenance & Trust

Widget Magic Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested3.2.1
Last updatedJul 11, 2011
PHP min version
Downloads4K

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs10
Developer Profile

Widget Magic Developer Profile

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1 plugin · 10 total installs

84
trust score
Avg Security Score
85/100
Avg Patch Time
30 days
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Detection Fingerprints

How We Detect Widget Magic

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

Asset Fingerprints

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

Shortcode Output
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Widget Magic