Velvet Blues Update URLs Detection Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Velvet Blues Update URLs Plugin in digital assets.
Short Info
Level
Informational
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
26 days 17 hours
Scan only one
URL
Toolbox
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The Velvet Blues Update URLs plugin is widely used by WordPress site administrators to update URLs in their websites when the domain name or URLs change. It is specifically designed to help users manage and update internal links and references across the entire site. This tool is particularly useful for developers and webmasters during website migrations or after URL changes, ensuring no broken links remain. The plugin simplifies the process of updating URLs in content, excerpts, custom fields, and even attachments stored within a WordPress site. Velvet Blues Update URLs provides a user-friendly interface for executing these updates without requiring advanced technical skills. Its widespread use is evident among those looking to maintain SEO consistency and integrity after domain or URL modifications.
This detection template identifies the presence of the Velvet Blues Update URLs plugin on a WordPress site. The detection of this plugin is crucial as it indicates that a site uses automated URL updating capabilities. While this detection does not signify a direct vulnerability, it helps auditors understand potential entry points and the presence of specific plugins. Knowing the tools and plugins a site uses can give insights into its functionality and the possible need for updates. Being aware of such plugins can also inform security assessments and guide more in-depth examinations. However, this template itself is merely a detection tool, not one that reveals vulnerabilities on its own.
The technical detection relies on examining the content of specific files associated with the Velvet Blues Update URLs plugin. By fetching the readme.txt file from the expected plugin path in the WordPress ecosystem, the scanner analyzes for version-specific tags. This includes extracting indicators of the installed version via regex patterns that parse stable tags designated in the plugin configuration. These stable tags convey information about the plugin version in development environments. In its methodology, the template focuses on comparative version data to determine if an update may be required. The vulnerability details provide users with precise data about plugin presence without altering or accessing any internal systems.
When the presence of Velvet Blues Update URLs is detected, there is no immediate vulnerability effect unless coupled with version-specific security issues in the plugin itself. Site administrators may view this detection as a component within broader security checks, focusing on updating or auditing plugins. This detection facilitates awareness regarding maintenance and ensures URL transitions do not compromise site integrity. Malicious entities gaining knowledge of the plugin's existence might further investigate unpatched vulnerabilities if they exist. Therefore, regular updates and security checks on associated plugins are imperative to mitigate potential exploitation risks.
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