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XML-RPC is an old WordPress mechanism that today serves attackers more often than site owners. We explain in plain words what it is and when it is safe to disable.
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Bots try to guess your panel password non-stop. We explain how a brute-force attack works and five things that close the door on it.
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The site gets cleaned, and a few days later the infection returns. It is not bad luck or a "strong virus", it is a backdoor nobody removed. We explain how to break the cycle.
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Pirated plugins and themes (so-called nulled) tempt with a "free" price. In reality they very often contain hidden malicious code. We explain why it is a trap and how to avoid it.
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Several popular WordPress plugins have just come under fire. Attackers take over sites en masse, often before the owner notices. Check the list and protect yourself.
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Joomla is solid as long as you look after it. Here is a practical list of things that make the difference between an attack-resistant site and an easy target. No jargon, step by step.
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