WP-Syntax Editor Integration Plugin Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/wp-syntax-integration

Adds new buttons to the visual and html editor window which allow to use WP-Syntax.

100 active installs v0.2 PHP + WP 3.3+ Updated Nov 14, 2013
highlighterquicktagssyntaxtinymcewp-syntax
85
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is WP-Syntax Editor Integration Plugin Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

WP-Syntax Editor Integration Plugin has no known CVEs and is actively maintained. It's a solid choice for most WordPress installations.

No known CVEs Updated 12yr ago
Risk Assessment

The plugin 'wp-syntax-integration' v0.2 exhibits an excellent security posture based on the provided static analysis and vulnerability history. The code analysis shows no dangerous functions, no raw SQL queries, and all outputs are properly escaped. Importantly, there are no identified flows with unsanitized paths in the taint analysis, indicating a lack of common injection vulnerabilities.

The plugin also demonstrates good security practices by incorporating capability checks, which is a positive sign for authorization. The absence of any known CVEs, past or present, further solidifies its secure reputation. The zero attack surface points, with no unprotected entry points, suggest the plugin is designed with security in mind, avoiding common pitfalls.

While the plugin's current state is highly secure, it's worth noting the absence of nonce checks and the inclusion of TinyMCE as a bundled library. Although no current issues stem from these, future updates or broader use might warrant closer attention to these areas. Overall, this plugin appears to be very well-developed from a security perspective, with a strong emphasis on preventing common vulnerabilities.

Key Concerns

  • No nonce checks present
  • Bundled library (TinyMCE) may require updates
Vulnerabilities
None known

WP-Syntax Editor Integration Plugin Security Vulnerabilities

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

WP-Syntax Editor Integration Plugin Code Analysis

Dangerous Functions
0
Raw SQL Queries
0
0 prepared
Unescaped Output
0
0 escaped
Nonce Checks
0
Capability Checks
2
File Operations
0
External Requests
0
Bundled Libraries
1

Bundled Libraries

TinyMCE
Attack Surface

WP-Syntax Editor Integration Plugin Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 5
filtermce_external_pluginswp-syntax-integration.php:53
filtermce_buttonswp-syntax-integration.php:54
actioninitwp-syntax-integration.php:70
actionadmin_print_scriptswp-syntax-integration.php:73
filtertiny_mce_before_initwp-syntax-integration.php:76
Maintenance & Trust

WP-Syntax Editor Integration Plugin Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested3.7.41
Last updatedNov 14, 2013
PHP min version
Downloads12K

Community Trust

Rating0/100
Number of ratings0
Active installs100
Developer Profile

WP-Syntax Editor Integration Plugin Developer Profile

diekleinehexe

1 plugin · 100 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-Syntax Editor Integration Plugin

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

Asset Fingerprints

Asset Paths
/wp-content/plugins/wp-syntax-integration/wp-syntax-quicktag.js/wp-content/plugins/wp-syntax-integration/wp-syntax-tinymce.js
Script Paths
/wp-content/plugins/wp-syntax-integration/wp-syntax-quicktag.js/wp-content/plugins/wp-syntax-integration/wp-syntax-tinymce.js

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

Data Attributes
pre[escaped=true|lang|line]
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about WP-Syntax Editor Integration Plugin