Header Footer Code Manager Detection Scanner
Header Footer Code Manager Detection Scanner
Short Info
Level
Informational
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
17 days 21 hours
Scan only one
URL
Toolbox
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Header Footer Code Manager is a plugin for WordPress, widely used by website owners and administrators to embed scripts and codes such as Google Analytics or custom CSS/JavaScript directly into the header or footer of pages. It simplifies the process of adding snippets without the need to modify theme files, ensuring that codes remain intact even after theme or plugin updates. Millions of WordPress users rely on it for managing and customizing their website's codes efficiently. It supports conditional logic, allowing code to be applied only on specific pages or posts. The plugin has a user-friendly interface, making it accessible to both technical and non-technical users. Through centralized code management, it enables streamlined website customizations and tracking implementations.
The vulnerability detected involves the identification of the Header Footer Code Manager plugin within a WordPress environment. Technology Detection vulnerabilities focus on recognizing whether a particular plugin or technology is present and active. Knowing the presence of specific plugins helps attackers profile the system to identify potential plugins that might be outdated or vulnerable. The detection process does not exploit the system but reveals installed technologies, which may require further analysis. The use of this plugin could potentially expose additional attack vectors if combined with other vulnerabilities. Regular monitoring and timely updating are vital to address potential security issues. By identifying active plugins, this detection assists in creating a comprehensive security posture for WordPress sites.
The endpoint under examination is the precise path "/wp-content/plugins/header-footer-code-manager/readme.txt," which, when accessed, can reveal specific version details of the plugin. This disclosure is achieved through regex extraction methods designed to locate the 'Stable Tag' line within the readme.txt file, indicating the active version. The process also implements a version comparison to alert administrators if an outdated version of the plugin is detected. No direct exploitation occurs; instead, this information aids in risk management and patching strategies for web administrators. The template uses a combination of regex matches and comparison operations to draw accurate conclusions about the plugin's status. Such insights help prioritize update and maintenance actions, enhancing the site's security integrity.
When exploited by malicious individuals, this detection could lead to a better understanding of the WordPress site’s plugin landscape, thereby identifying potential vulnerabilities. If outdated or vulnerable versions are in use, this increases the risk of exploitation through other software flaws within the plugin. Identified plugins can serve as attack vectors, leveraging any found weaknesses to execute further attacks on the site. Users relying on outdated plugin versions are at an increased risk for issues like remote code execution or cross-site scripting. Timely updates and maintenance practices are crucial to mitigate such risks. The overall security of the site is bolstered by awareness and proactive management of plugin versions.
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