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Authentication and xmlrpc log writer

by Federico Rota

5★ (1 ratings)  ·  Current rank #18954

Active installs
60+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#18954
Peak #18902
Downloads / day
Downloads (7d)
All-time downloads
4.9K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data

  • Authentication and xmlrpc log writer currently ranks #18954 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
  • Its best position in our tracking is #18902, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
  • The latest release, v1.2.2, shipped on Nov 18, 2016 (3,550 days ago) — release #14 since the plugin joined the directory in 2015.

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Details

AuthorFederico Rota
Current version1.2.2
Versions released14
Last updated2016-11-18
Added to directory2015-12-17
Requires WordPress3.5.1+
Requires PHP
First tracked here2026-08-06
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Description

Log of failed access, pingbacks, user enumeration, disable xmlrpc authenticated methods, kill xmlrpc request on authentication error.

Frequently asked questions

Is Authentication and xmlrpc log writer a free plugin?

Yes — Authentication and xmlrpc log writer is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.

How many websites use Authentication and xmlrpc log writer?

WordPress.org reports 60+ active installs.

How popular is Authentication and xmlrpc log writer?

As of August 8, 2026, Authentication and xmlrpc log writer ranks #18954 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #18902.

When was Authentication and xmlrpc log writer last updated?

Authentication and xmlrpc log writer was last updated on November 18, 2016 (version 1.2.2). It has shipped 14 releases in total.

Who makes Authentication and xmlrpc log writer?

Authentication and xmlrpc log writer is developed by Federico Rota. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in December 2015.