What is XML-RPC? Security Risks, Best Practices, and How to Disable It
Sucuri XML-RPC is a protocol that lets remote applications send commands to your site using XML and HTTP. In WordPress, it works through the xmlrpc.php file…
What is the 503 Service Unavailable Error & How to Fix It
Imagine for a moment that you’re searching for a topic. You find what you’re looking for on the first page of the search results and…
Network Firewall vs. Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Originally published: November 1, 2021 by Allison Bondi As more of business and daily life has moved online, hackers have found a clear opportunity. The…
How to Find & Remove SEO Spam on WordPress
Perhaps the best way to dive into the subject of finding and removing SEO spam on WordPress is with a quick experiment — probably one…
What is Ransomware?
Originally published: February 12, 2020 by Justin Channell Ransomware has been one of the scariest topics in cybersecurity for years – and for good reason.…
How to Audit & Cleanup WordPress Plugins & Themes
WordPress makes it easy to extend your website with powerful functionality. Plugins and themes allow site owners to add features, customize design, and integrate new…
Securing Your Computer: A Primer for Windows and Mac Users
In this post we’ll be focusing on a part of your digital life that quietly influences everything else: the computer you use to log into…
Understanding File and Folder Permissions for Better Website Security
Website security begins on the server, not with a plugin. Every page and configuration file is stored on disk, and the operating system controls who…
From Guessing to Phishing: The Dynamics of Password Security
Password security was once just a small hassle. Now, they’re the main defense for bank accounts, cloud tools, customer data, and businesses. Attackers use automation…