Simple Include Statement Hides Casino Spam
Just as there are countless types of websites on the internet, there are just as many attackers seeking to exploit them. These attackers develop malicious…
PHP Reinfector and Backdoor Malware Target WordPress Sites
We recently observed a surge in WordPress websites being infected by a sophisticated PHP reinfector and backdoor malware. While we initially believed that the infection…
Malware Steals Account Credentials
It’s common for malware to target e-commerce sites, and these attackers are usually seeking to steal credit card details. In most cases, they will insert…
2024 Credit Card Theft Season Arrives
The holiday shopping season is just around the corner, and it’s the time of year the eCommerce website owners need to be most on their…
WordPress Vulnerability & Patch Roundup October 2024
Vulnerability reports and responsible disclosures are essential for website security awareness and education. Automated attacks targeting known software vulnerabilities are one of the leading causes…
Rogue Ads Redirect Visitors
Ads are everywhere. They generate revenue for site owners and can present related content to the website being visited. As detailed in previous articles, bad…
Indonesian Gambling Redirect Hiding in Plain Sight
Many pieces of malware found over the years have been complex and difficult to find. Attackers often obfuscate their code to make it harder to…
Fake “Fix It” Pop-Ups Target WordPress Sites via Malicious Plugin to Download Trojan
In our recent investigation, we discovered a new malware campaign targeting WordPress sites through a fake plugin, universal-popup-plugin-v133, which delivers deceptive browser fix pop-ups. This…
WooCommerce Security Essentials for Store Owners
Running a WooCommerce store is awesome for your business – it opens up a whole world of opportunities. But let’s be honest, it also comes…
Unraveling Authentication and Authorization in Web Security
Authentication and authorization – they sound alike, often get used interchangeably, and are absolutely crucial for web application security. But let’s be real, getting them…
WordPress Vulnerability & Patch Roundup September 2024
Vulnerability reports and responsible disclosures are essential for website security awareness and education. Automated attacks targeting known software vulnerabilities are one of the leading causes…