Is Syntaxhighlighter Evolved Safe?

Syntaxhighlighter Evolved — Nerq Trust Score 69.5/100 (B- grade). Score based on 2 independent trust signals. Last analyzed: 2026-03-22

Syntaxhighlighter Evolved is a WordPress plugin with a Nerq Trust Score of 69.5/100 (B-), based on 3 independent data dimensions. Last analyzed: 2026-03-22 Security: 90/100. Popularity: 90/100. Data sourced from WordPress.org metadata, WPScan vulnerability database, active installs, and update history. Last updated: 2026-03-22. Machine-readable data (JSON).

Safety Guide: Syntaxhighlighter Evolved

What is Syntaxhighlighter Evolved?

Syntaxhighlighter Evolved is a WordPress plugin — Easily post syntax-highlighted code to your site without having to modify the code at all. As seen on WordPress.com..

How to Verify Safety

Check WordPress.org for support response time, tested WP version. Cross-reference with WPScan.

You can also check the trust score via API: GET /v1/preflight?target=SyntaxHighlighter Evolved

Key Safety Concerns for WordPress plugin

When evaluating any WordPress plugin, watch for: known vulnerabilities, PHP compatibility, plugin conflicts.

Measured Signals

Syntaxhighlighter Evolved has a Nerq Trust Score of 70/100 (B-). This score is a composite of automated measurements of security, maintenance, community, and quality signals.

Key Takeaways

• Syntaxhighlighter Evolved has a Trust Score of 70/100 (B-).
• The score is a measured composite — it is not a suitability judgment. Evaluate the individual signals against your own requirements.
• Query the current measured values via the Nerq API.

Disclaimer: Nerq trust scores are automated measurements based on publicly available signals. They are not endorsements, verdicts, or guarantees of suitability. Always evaluate the signals against your own requirements.