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6 Methods To Stop Failed Login Attempts in WordPress
Have you noticed too many failed login attempts on your WordPress site? Maybe you have an activity log that shows you that somebody is logging in with unfamiliar credentials. Maybe, it’s a username like admin, even though that’s not the username of your admin account. If you are getting too many failed login attempts emails, […]
Read MoreWordfence Intelligence Weekly WordPress Vulnerability Report (September 25, 2023 to October 1, 2023)
Last week, there were 90 vulnerabilities disclosed in 68 WordPress Plugins and no WordPress themes that have been added to the Wordfence Intelligence Vulnerability Database, and there were 31 Vulnerability Researchers that contributed to WordPress Security last week. Review those vulnerabilities in this report now to ensure your site is not affected. Our mission with […]
Read MoreOptimizing WordPress: Security Beyond Default Configurations
Default configurations in software are not always the most secure. For example, you might buy a network-attached home security camera from your friendly neighborhood electronics store. While these are handy to keep an eye on your property from the comfort of your phone, they also typically come shipped with a default username and password. And […]
Read MoreTop 7 WordPress Two-Factor Authentication Plugins
Two-factor authentication is a reassuring signal that the site prioritizes security. Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a popular defense against brute force attacks, significantly enhancing login security. However, for WordPress sites, this safeguard isn’t built-in by default. This is where WordPress 2FA plugins step in. You might be wondering which of the scores of plugins is […]
Read MoreHow to Remove “Not Secure” Warning From the Login & Admin Page?
Is your WordPress login not secure? Does it disappear once you have gained access or does it appear only after that? All these are common issues, but you have the power to resolve them. This guide will take you through the steps to address this warning and fortify your WordPress site with SSL certificates and […]
Read MoreKnow your Malware – A Beginner’s Guide to Encoding Techniques Used to Obfuscate Malware
With the launch of Wordfence CLI, our high performance security scanner that can detect the vast majority of PHP malware targeting WordPress, Wordfence continues to emphasize the importance of malware detection and remediation. Malware targeting WordPress uses a variety of obfuscation techniques to avoid detection, and today’s post dives into some of the most common […]
Read MoreWordPress Vulnerability & Patch Roundup September 2023
Vulnerability reports and responsible disclosures are essential for website security awareness and education. Automated attacks targeting known software vulnerabilities are one of the leading causes of website compromises. To help educate website owners on emerging threats to their environments, we’ve compiled a list of important security updates and vulnerability patches for the WordPress ecosystem this […]
Read MoreWordfence Intelligence Weekly WordPress Vulnerability Report (September 18, 2023 to September 24, 2023)
Last week, there were 42 vulnerabilities disclosed in 37 WordPress Plugins and no WordPress themes that have been added to the Wordfence Intelligence Vulnerability Database, and there were 10 Vulnerability Researchers that contributed to WordPress Security last week. Review those vulnerabilities in this report now to ensure your site is not affected. Our mission with […]
Read MoreWordPress Limit Login Attempts: How to do it?
You’ve probably noticed a lot of failed login attempts on your WordPress site. You probably suspect that your site is facing a brute-force login attack by bots. Brute force attacks to log into a site involve systematically trying every possible combination of usernames and passwords until the correct one is found. As a side note, […]
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