WP Search Include Meta Data Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/wp-search-include-meta-data

License: GPLv2 or later WordPress plugin to include post meta data when using the default search

0 active installs v1.1 PHP + WP 4.3+ Updated Sep 11, 2019
meta-datapost-metasearch
85
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is WP Search Include Meta Data Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

WP Search Include Meta Data 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 "wp-search-include-meta-data" v1.1 reveals a strong adherence to secure coding practices. There are no identified entry points in the attack surface, such as AJAX handlers, REST API routes, shortcodes, or cron events that are exposed without authentication. The code also demonstrates good security hygiene by avoiding dangerous functions, utilizing prepared statements for all SQL queries, and ensuring all output is properly escaped. Furthermore, the plugin does not perform file operations, make external HTTP requests, or exhibit any signs of unsanitized data flows in the taint analysis. The lack of any recorded vulnerabilities, past or present, further contributes to a positive security posture.

Vulnerabilities
None known

WP Search Include Meta Data Security Vulnerabilities

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

WP Search Include Meta Data Release Timeline

No version history available.
Code Analysis
Analyzed Mar 17, 2026

WP Search Include Meta Data 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

WP Search Include Meta Data Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 3
filterposts_joinindex.php:26
filterposts_whereindex.php:43
filterposts_distinctindex.php:63
Maintenance & Trust

WP Search Include Meta Data Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested5.2.24
Last updatedSep 11, 2019
PHP min version
Downloads935

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs0
Developer Profile

WP Search Include Meta Data Developer Profile

WP Academic

20 plugins · 1K 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 Search Include Meta Data

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

Asset Fingerprints

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about WP Search Include Meta Data