How to Fix “Not Secure” Warnings and SSL Issues in WordPress (8 Steps)
Puja Srivastava If you own a WordPress website and ever encountered the “Not Secure” warning, you might have worried that visitors would perceive your site as spam…
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The Security Risks of Using Nulled WordPress Plugins
Sucuri Every year, thousands of WordPress sites get compromised, and a surprising number of those infections trace back to a single decision: installing a nulled plugin.…
Shadow Directories: A Unique Method to Hijack WordPress Permalinks
Last month, while working on a WordPress cleanup case, a customer reached out with a strange complaint: their website looked completely normal to them and…
Fake Browser Updates Targeting WordPress Administrators via Malicious Plugin
We recently investigated a case involving a WordPress website where a customer reported persistent fake pop-up notifications appearing on their site. The warnings were urging…
How to Protect Your WordPress Site From a Phishing Attack
Kyle Knight If you run a website, manage a business inbox, or even just use online banking, you’ve already lived in the phishing era for a long…
WordPress Auto-Login Backdoor Disguised as JavaScript Data File
During a recent investigation, we discovered a sophisticated WordPress backdoor hidden in what appears to be a JavaScript data file. This malware automatically logs attackers…
How to Choose WordPress Caching Options
If you want a faster WordPress site, caching belongs at the center of your performance plan. It reduces the work your server has to do…
Malvertising Campaign Hides in Plain Sight on WordPress Websites
Recently, one of our customers noticed suspicious JavaScript loading across their WordPress website. Visitors were being served third-party scripts that the site owner never installed.…
Troubleshooting WordPress: How to Fix the White Screen of Death (WSoD)
Rianna MacLeod Navigating to your WordPress site only to be met with the White Screen of Death (WSoD) can be a daunting experience. This error denies access…
Hidden WordPress Backdoors Creating Admin Accounts
During a recent cleanup of a compromised WordPress website, we discovered two different malicious files designed to silently manipulate administrator accounts. Attackers often inject such…
Locking Down the WordPress Login Page
Due to its flexibility, ease of use, and massive plugin ecosystem, WordPress is a favorite among bloggers, developers, and businesses alike. Given its popularity, attackers…