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wordpress-security-patterns

Apply WordPress security patterns to prevent SQL injection, XSS, and CSRF vulnerabilities.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#security#xss#sanitization#patterns#sql-injection#wordpress#csrf
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mattcowan/claude-wordpress-utilities --skill wordpress-security-patterns
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Skill: wordpress-security-patterns
Source: https://github.com/mattcowan/claude-wordpress-utilities/tree/main/skills/wordpress-security-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mattcowan/claude-wordpress-utilities --skill wordpress-security-patterns

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

WordPress security patterns provide structured guidance to identify, prevent, and remediate common vulnerabilities in WordPress code, helping teams write secure plugins, themes, and core code.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • SQL injection prevention, XSS mitigation, CSRF protection, authentication/authorization checks, input sanitization, and safe file upload practices.
  • Use during code reviews, security audits, and secure development to harden WordPress plugins, themes, and core.
  • Real-world scenario: when reviewing a custom plugin, apply these patterns to validate data flow, escaping, and permission checks.

Quick Start

Review and harden a WordPress codebase using the documented security patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions about wordpress-security-patterns

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I prevent SQL injection and XSS vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins?▼

You can apply WordPress security patterns during code reviews and audits to validate data flow, verify escaping, and check permissions in custom plugins, themes, and core code.

How do I secure file uploads and enforce authentication checks in WordPress?▼

Secure file upload practices and authentication checks are enforced by implementing WordPress security patterns that validate file types and verify user authorization before processing requests.

What is the best way to protect a custom WordPress theme from CSRF attacks?▼

The best way to protect a custom WordPress theme from CSRF attacks is to apply WordPress security patterns that implement nonce verification and proper form submission validation during development.

Does this WordPress security patterns approach work for both theme and plugin code reviews?▼

Yes, WordPress security patterns are designed to identify and remediate vulnerabilities during code reviews, security audits, and secure development for both themes and plugins equally.

What WordPress API usage patterns should I follow to ensure input sanitization is safe?▼

WordPress API usage patterns for safe input sanitization involve using built-in WordPress functions to clean and validate data, preventing malicious code execution in plugins and themes.

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