Which files need safe_mode off?

Hi @alsur,

I’m checking with our developer regarding this to see if any other workaround could be suggested other than keeping open_basedir disabled fully.

However, the mentioned error should be more specific to Local version of BLC, you could try the Cloud version and see if that helps with running the BLC scanner without any issue too.

Please check this doc for more info about Cloud version:
https://wpmudev.com/docs/wpmu-dev-plugins/broken-link-checker/#activating-from-your-site-admin

Kind Regards,

Nithin

Hi @alsur,

?I was wondering what specific files or folders need those permissions to fix the issue, so at least we can limit it exclusively to those in apache.

I’m afraid, there isn’t any exact files we could recommend, we do have plans to improve the workflow regarding this down the roadmap but at the moment I’m afraid there isn’t any exact ETA.

In the meantime, we strongly advise consulting with your hosting provider. They are well-equipped to identify the precise reasons behind the block and can offer the most effective solutions.

Kind Regards,

Nithin

Thanks for prompt reply. This is our own server in this case, but applying extra permissions to anything related to WordPress plugins is a red flag, that’s why the question.

Found some alternatives you might want to consider for avoiding the user of CURL_FOLLOWLOCATION? true:

https://stackoverflow.com/questions/5091208/php-curl-get-target-of-redirect-without-following-it

Hi @alsur

I passed this to our BLC developers for a review. Thank you for your patience while we look into this further.

Kind Regards,
Kris

Hi @alsur,

Hope this message finds you well.

We got some feedback from our BLC team.

First, thanks for your suggestions, your feedback plays a crucial role in shaping the future of our plugins, our BLC explained that they will take a look over it but I am afraid we can’t provide an ETA at this time.

If you have further suggestions or questions, please feel free to share them with us. We are always here to listen and assist you in any way we can.

Best regards,
Laura

Hi @alsur,

We haven’t heard from you in a while, I’ll go and mark this thread as resolved. Note that you can still reply on this topic.

If you have any additional questions or require further help, please let us know!

Best regards,
Laura