Sucuri WordPress Plugin Updates for 2024

At Sucuri, we believe in making the internet safe for everyone. One way we show this is through our free WordPress security plugin.

The Sucuri WordPress plugin is available for download in the WordPress repository. It comes with a range of security features, including WordPress hardening, malware scanning, core integrity check, post-hack features and email alerts to help keep your website protected.

This year, we’re rolling out a number of new features and enhancements to help improve your plugin experience and strengthen your website’s security — all free of charge.

If you want to request a feature or provide feedback, we’d love to hear from you! You can share your thoughts about these updates (or any other aspects of our plugin) through this feedback link.

Sucuri Plugin Existing Features Recap

Before we dive into the new features, let’s quickly recap the existing functionalities that you can find in the Sucuri plugin

• Security Activity Auditing: Tracks and logs all activities on your site to help identify potential security threats.
• File Integrity Monitoring: Alerts you to any unauthorized changes made to your site’s files.
• Remote Malware Scanning: Scans your site remotely for malware, ensuring it’s clean and secure. Powered by the SiteCheck remote website scanner.
• Blocklist Monitoring: Checks if your site has been blocklisted by search engines due to malicious content, SEO spam, or other serious issues.
• Security Hardening: Implements preventive measures to help harden WordPress against attacks.
• Post-Hack Security: Features that help you address a hack and take immediate action to prevent further damage to your site, including resetting security keys, user passwords, and managing installed plugins.
• Security Notifications: Keeps you informed of any suspicious activities or security breaches via customizable email alerts.
• Website Firewall (premium): Integrates with the Sucuri website firewall to help protect your site from bad bots, DDoS, and sophisticated attacks.

These features currently form the backbone of the Sucuri WordPress plugin.

What’s planned for 2024

Let’s dive into some of the new features that are slated for the year!

Enhanced Login Timestamp Visibility (Released January 2024)

Understanding user behavior is key to identifying unauthorized access. The enhanced login timestamp feature offers more granularity, giving you a clearer picture of user activities and helping to pinpoint suspicious logins to your website.

Integrity Scan Tool Update (Released January 2024)

Our Integrity Scan Tool received an update to make it more effective at detecting anomalies and unauthorized changes in your website’s files. This proactive approach ensures that you’re alerted to potential threats before they escalate.

Improved Support & Assistance (Released January 2024)

To ensure you have access to the help you need, when you need it, we’ve integrated direct links to our Help Guide and Knowledge Base within the plugin. This will provide you with immediate access to a wealth of resources and support materials.

Malware Cleanup Notification Enhancements

We understand the urgency of dealing with malware, which is why we’re enhancing our cleanup notifications. You’ll receive clearer information about any malware detected, along with recommended steps for quick and effective malware removal.

Cache Control Headers

Site performance and security go hand in hand. The introduction of cache control headers helps in optimizing your site’s loading times without compromising on security, ensuring a seamless user experience.

Screen Size & Usability Optimization

Recognizing the increasing use of mobile devices for website management, we’re optimizing the plugin for better usability across all screen sizes. This ensures a seamless experience, regardless of your screen size or window dimensions.

Audit Log Search and Filter

To help you navigate the vast amount of security data, our audit logs will now feature search and filter capabilities. This makes it easier to find specific events or patterns, enhancing your ability to monitor and secure your site.

SiteCheck Recommendations Integration Updates

Our SiteCheck scanner is becoming even smarter with integration updates that provide more precise recommendations for securing your site. This tailored advice will help you address potential vulnerabilities more effectively.

Firewall Page Redesign

We’re not just enhancing functionality; we’re also revamping the user interface. We’re planning to update our firewall page to feature intuitive designs and workflows, making it easier for you to manage your site’s security settings.

Content Security Policy Manager

Towards the end of the year, we’ll create a new dashboard that allows you to easily set up a Content Security Policy and manage your CSP settings from a single convenient location.

Graphical UI & Monitoring Dashboard

To give you a clearer view of your site’s security posture, we’re introducing a new graphical user interface and monitoring dashboard. These visual tools will provide you with at-a-glance insights into your site’s security health.

Feedback is welcome!

These updates reflect our ongoing commitment to providing you with the most comprehensive and user-friendly website security solutions.

See a problem, looking for more information, or want to request a feature? We value your input and encourage you to share your feedback on these updates or any other aspects of our plugin through this feedback link. Your insights help us tailor our solutions to better meet your needs, ensuring a safer internet for everyone.

Stay secure with Sucuri Security, and let’s tackle emerging web threats together!