PHP Re-Infectors: How To Stop PHP Malware That Keeps Coming Back
Matt Morrow We all know why bad actors infect sites: monetary gain, boosts in SEO ratings for their malware or spam campaigns and a number of other…
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Is My Site Hacked? 4 Gut Checks
Allison Bondi The consequences of a hacked site have wide-ranging financial repercussions that extend beyond the cost of cleaning the site. Drop-offs can be anticipated for new…
What We’ve Learned About SSH Brute Force Attacks
Ashley Sand The first time I encountered brute force attacks I was a hosting specialist who received calls from frustrated site owners that wanted to know who’d…
Why You Shouldn’t Use SMS For 2FA
Two factor authentication (2FA) provides an extra layer of security that passwords alone can’t provide. Requiring an extra step for users to verify their identity…
An Overview of Website Reinfection Vectors
Ben Martin The website security landscape is as complicated as it is treacherous. We often deal with clients who become reinfected over and over again. Once the…
What is a Website Backdoor?
What is a Backdoor? A backdoor provides a shortcut for authorized or unauthorized users to gain access to an unauthorized location of a website, software,…
Understanding .htaccess Malware
The .htaccess file is notorious for being targeted by attackers. Whether it’s using the file to hide malware, redirect search engines to other sites with…
Network Firewall vs. Web Application Firewall (WAF)
When the world shut their doors and began spending more time online, hackers saw a clear opportunity. The costs of data breaches continue to rise,…
7 Scary Good Tips to Secure Your Website
Nothing pairs quite as well as cybersecurity and Halloween. Prepare for more than trick-or-treaters this spooky season with these 5 wicked Website Security tips. 1…
5 Tips for Long-Term Remote Workers
If you’ve just started remote working, are remote-curious, or are transitioning into a permanently remote position, these tips can help you find success working…
What is Cryptocurrency Mining Malware?
Stephen Johnston Cryptocurrency mining malware is typically a stealthy malware that farms the resources on a system (computers, smartphones, and other electronic devices connected to the internet)…