Using AI to Perform Website Security Audits (May 2026 Member Meetup)

Did you know that AI could help you find security flaws? Our May 2026 member meetup featured a presentation from Austin Ginder, who showed us how he’s using Claude Code to identify and patch plugin vulnerabilities. He shares his technique for digging beneath the surface to uncover potential issues and keep his client’s websites safe.

Note that this is the first in a series of WP Minute Member Meetups. The first portion of our meetup is recorded and is followed by a members-only Q&A session. Consider joining The WP Minute for free or supporting us with an annual pledge!

Takeaways:

• AI can significantly enhance website security audits.
• The ability to connect data points is a game-changer for security.
• Conducting audits locally can save time and resources.
• Token management is crucial for efficient AI usage.
• AI can help identify vulnerabilities that were previously hard to find.
• Collaboration with plugin authors is essential for security fixes.
• Understanding the context of findings is important for actionable insights.
• The future of web security will heavily involve AI technologies.

Important Links:

• WP Beacon
• So you get hit with a credit card skimmer, what now?
• Connect with Austin: LinkedIn | Twitter/X | Website
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