WP Gif Resizer Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/wp-gif-resizer

This plugin allow WordPress to generate animated thumbnail from GIF files, instead of static files.

40 active installs v0.0.1 PHP + WP 4.4+ Updated Jan 26, 2016
animated-gifimage
85
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is WP Gif Resizer Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

WP Gif Resizer 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 wp-gif-resizer plugin v0.0.1 exhibits a generally strong security posture in its current state, with no recorded vulnerabilities or critical code signals. The analysis indicates a commitment to secure coding practices, as evidenced by 100% of SQL queries using prepared statements and 100% of outputs being properly escaped. The absence of external HTTP requests and a lack of reported CVEs further contribute to this positive outlook. However, a significant concern arises from the presence of the `proc_open` function, which is inherently dangerous if not handled with extreme care. While the static analysis shows no direct taint flows or unsanitized paths through `proc_open` in this version, its mere presence represents a potential future risk if the plugin is updated or extended without strict input validation. Additionally, the lack of any capability checks or nonce checks across its entry points, though currently benign due to the zero attack surface, leaves it vulnerable to potential privilege escalation or unauthorized actions if new entry points are introduced without proper authentication. The plugin's history of zero vulnerabilities is positive, but the inherent risks of `proc_open` and the lack of authentication on potential future entry points warrant careful consideration.

Key Concerns

  • Presence of dangerous function: proc_open
  • Missing capability checks on entry points
  • Missing nonce checks on entry points
Vulnerabilities
None known

WP Gif Resizer Security Vulnerabilities

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

WP Gif Resizer Release Timeline

No version history available.
Code Analysis
Analyzed Mar 16, 2026

WP Gif Resizer Code Analysis

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

Dangerous Functions Found

proc_open$proc = proc_open($cmd, array(index.php:131
Attack Surface

WP Gif Resizer Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 1
filterwp_generate_attachment_metadataindex.php:25
Maintenance & Trust

WP Gif Resizer Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested4.4.34
Last updatedJan 26, 2016
PHP min version
Downloads3K

Community Trust

Rating40/100
Number of ratings1
Active installs40
Developer Profile

WP Gif Resizer Developer Profile

kappuccino

1 plugin · 40 total installs

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

How We Detect WP Gif Resizer

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

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about WP Gif Resizer