File Manager (v8.0.2) is one of the most powerful WordPress file management plugins, enabling administrators to edit, upload, download, copy/move, rename, delete, archive/extract, and otherwise manage files and folders directly from the WordPress dashboard—reducing dependency on FTP or hosting control panels. Because file managers operate at the highest-risk layer of a WordPress site (direct file system access), security is absolutely critical. That’s why it matters that File Manager v8.0.2 has passed CleanTalk’s Plugin Security Certification (PSC-2026-64602), confirming it was audited and validated against major vulnerability classes while maintaining the flexibility and productivity benefits that file operations bring to WordPress administrators.
| Name of | File Manager |
| Version | 8.0.2 |
| Downloads | 1 000 000+ |
| Description | File manager provides you ability to edit, delete, upload, download, copy and paste files and folders. |
| Security | Successfully tested for: SQL Injection (SQLi) Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) – Stored & Reflected Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) Authentication Vulnerabilities Authentication Bypass Exploits Privilege Escalation Buffer Overflow Denial-of-Service (DoS) vectors Data Leakage Vulnerabilities Insecure Dependency Usage Remote Code Execution (RCE) Risks Unauthorized File Access Insufficient Injection Protection Information Disclosure via Misconfigured Endpoints |
| CleanTalk Certification | Proudly earned the “Plugin Security Certification” (PSC) from CleanTalk, indicating adherence to stringent security standards. |
| Additional Information | Users can confidently manage age restrictions with the assurance of the “Plugin Security Certification” (PSC). Verify the latest details on the plugin developer’s website. |
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Key Features
Core File & Folder Operations (Admin-Centric Productivity)
File Manager provides a complete toolbox for routine and advanced file operations:
- Operations: Create, rename, edit, delete, move, copy, paste, upload, download files and directories.
- Drag & Drop Move/Copy: Convenient UI workflow with multi-file selection and drag-and-drop actions.
- Search: Built-in search to quickly locate files and folders.
- File Views: Icon view and list view, thumbnails for images, and browsing history for navigation efficiency.
- Built-in Trash: Safer deletion workflows with “move to trash” behavior (where enabled).
Archive Handling and Extraction
- Archives: Create, compress, extract and manage zip/rar/tar/gzip files.
- Useful for backups, migrations, bulk media packaging, or staging changes.
Code Editor + Safety Layer (IDE + Syntax Checking)
One of the plugin’s standout directions is pairing file editing with safer workflows:
- Integrated Code Editor (IDE): Edit files directly in WP admin.
- Syntax Checker: Designed to help catch errors before saving code changes, reducing the risk of taking a site down after editing PHP or related files.
- Multiple Themes: Editor themes for readability and workflow preference.
Control Over File Types and Upload Rules
- File Type Controls: Define what files can be uploaded and downloaded (especially valuable for hardening).
- File Size Controls: Ability to upload larger files—useful operationally, but also a security point that must be governed responsibly.
- Automatic file resize: Helps manage uploaded image handling and efficiency.
Media and Preview Support
- Preview Support: Quick preview for media types including video/audio, thumbnails, and common MIME types.
- PDF Preview: Preview PDFs in the interface.
- Upload to Media Library: Optionally allow specific files (images, PDFs, zips) to become available through WordPress Media Library.
Pro / Addons (Enterprise File Workflows)
The Pro Edition and addons expand the feature set into role-based access and cloud operations:
- Private Folder / Role-Based Access: Restrict directories per user role or per user.
- Hide/Lock Files and Folders: Granular control over what users can see and do.
- Admin Notifications: Alerts when files are updated/edited/downloaded.
- Cloud Integrations: Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, AWS S3, Google Cloud, DigitalOcean, Cloudflare R2.
- GitHub Integration and workflow addons (e.g., Slack webhook integration).
From a security standpoint, these advanced workflows matter because they expand the perimeter—so secure permissions and strict validation are essential.
Security Assurance
File management plugins are inherently sensitive: they can impact site integrity, confidentiality, and availability. CleanTalk’s Plugin Security Certification (PSC-2026-64602) indicates that File Manager v8.0.2 has undergone a security assessment intended to validate safe behavior and guardrails for common exploitation paths.
The plugin has been successfully tested for:
✅ Information Leakage Vulnerabilities
✅ SQL Injection Vulnerabilities
✅ Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Attacks
✅ Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) Attacks
✅ Authentication & Authentication Bypass Vulnerabilities
✅ Privilege Escalation Vulnerabilities
✅ Buffer Overflow Vulnerabilities
✅ Denial-of-Service (DoS) Vulnerabilities
✅ Data Leakage Vulnerabilities
✅ Insecure Dependencies
✅ Code Execution Vulnerabilities
✅ File Unauthorized Access Vulnerabilities
✅ Insufficient Injection Protection
PSC certification is meaningful here because it indicates that the plugin was evaluated for these classes of issues across typical WordPress threat paths (admin actions, AJAX endpoints, UI parameters, file operation routing, and access control boundaries).
Conclusion
File Manager v8.0.2 offers a highly capable file administration layer inside WordPress: drag-and-drop operations, archive management, previews, and an IDE-style editor with syntax checking – plus advanced Pro features like role-based access and cloud integrations. With CleanTalk Plugin Security Certification (PSC-2026-64602), it is also validated for secure coding practices and resilience against a broad list of vulnerability classes. For teams that need to manage WordPress file systems efficiently without living in FTP, File Manager provides strong functionality – now backed by certification-grade security assurance.
Note: The date and certification information may change over time. It is advisable to verify the latest details on the plugin developer’s website.