WordPress Admin Menu Editor Technology Detection Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Admin Menu Editor in digital assets. It accurately identifies the presence of this plugin, enabling asset owners to manage and monitor its use effectively.
Short Info
Level
Informational
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
20 days 1 hour
Scan only one
URL
Toolbox
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Admin Menu Editor is a plugin designed for use with WordPress, allowing administrators to customize the WordPress admin menu as per their preferences. This plugin is used primarily by webmasters and developers who want to streamline or reorganize WordPress admin menus for improved user experience. It provides functionality to change menu titles, URLs, icons, or permissions all without touching the core WordPress files. This flexibility aids in optimizing the workflow and productivity of site management by reducing clutter or confusing menu items. Admin Menu Editor is popular across internet platforms, specifically those running on WordPress, due to its utility in enhancing administrative control and personalization.
The detected type for Admin Menu Editor is technology detection, which implies that the scanner can identify the presence of this plugin on a WordPress site. This detection capability is crucial for asset managers who need to maintain an inventory of plugins used within their systems. Such functionality also supports security assessments by verifying whether site's installed components align with security policies. Technology detection supports the overall safety and management of digital assets by identifying potentially outdated or vulnerable plugins that may require updates or patches. This capability ensures continued plugin functionality while mitigating potential risks arising from obsolete or unsupported software versions.
The scanner operates by carrying out a specific HTTP GET request to reveal the existence of the Admin Menu Editor plugin in the '/wp-content/plugins/admin-menu-editor/readme.txt' path. By utilizing regex extractors, it extracts key details such as the version number labeled under the 'Stable.tag' section. This detection process involves verifying the detected plugin version against a list of known versions to determine if the plugin is up-to-date or potentially outdated. Such techniques serve to enhance operational transparency in a WordPress environment, making it easier to manage and reinforce plugin security measures. This systematic approach to technology and version detection ensures a robust understanding of the plugins operating in various environments.
Exploiting the technology detection capability without authorization could lead to exposure of plugin and version information to unauthorized parties. Such data might be leveraged to plan targeted attacks, especially if known vulnerabilities exist in specific plugin versions. Furthermore, unauthorized use of detection helps attackers confirm the presence of exploitable software, enhancing their ability to craft more effective intrusion techniques. Therefore, it's essential to secure the systems to prevent unauthorized plugin discovery, sustaining the integrity of site operations and data protection frameworks. Asset managers must ensure that technology detection results are adequately protected and used solely for legitimate security assessments.
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