Stealthy WordPress Malware Drops Windows Trojan via PHP Backdoor
Puja Srivastava Last month, we encountered a particularly interesting and complex malware case that stood out from the usual infections we see in compromised WordPress websites. At…
Analysis of a Malicious WordPress Plugin: The Covert Redirector
A few weeks ago, we received a support request from a website owner who was experiencing unexpected redirects. Visitors landed on the website normally, but…
Fake Java Update Popup Found in Malicious WordPress Plugin
We recently assisted a customer who reported a persistent and concerning “Java Update” pop-up appearing on their WordPress website. This type of deceptive notification is…
Fake Google Meet Page Tricks Users into Running PowerShell Malware
Last month, a customer reached out to us after noticing suspicious URLs on their WordPress site. Visitors reported being prompted to perform unusual actions. We…
Ad-Jacked: Cybercriminals Inject Google Adsense into WordPress
Recently, we’ve encountered cases where WordPress websites were impacted by Google Adsense hijackers. Attackers inject advertisements and scripts that steal website resources and pump ad…
Hidden Malware Strikes Again: Mu-Plugins Under Attack
At Sucuri, our security researchers continually monitor for new malware variants and infection techniques targeting WordPress websites. Recently, we’ve uncovered multiple cases where threat actors…
Credit Card Skimmer and Backdoor on WordPress E-commerce Site
The battle against e-commerce malware continues to intensify, with attackers deploying increasingly sophisticated tactics. In a recent case at Sucuri, a customer reported suspicious files…
Cascading Redirects: Unmasking a Multi-Site JavaScript Malware Campaign
During a recent website security investigation, we uncovered a malicious JavaScript injection affecting a WordPress website. The infection was responsible for redirecting visitors to unwanted…
Hidden Backdoors Uncovered in WordPress Malware Investigation
At Sucuri, we often encounter cases where malware is deeply embedded in websites, hidden in files and scripts that can easily escape detection. In this…
Google Tag Manager Skimmer Steals Credit Card Info From Magento Site
At Sucuri, we are committed to protecting websites from malware and other cyber threats. Recently, we were contacted by a customer who had experienced credit…
Malware Redirects WordPress Traffic to Harmful Sites
Recently, a customer approached us after noticing their website was redirecting visitors to a suspicious URL. They suspected their site had been compromised and sought…