WordPress powers over 40% of websites on the internet, making it a prime target for hackers. For WordPress developers, ensuring the security of the websites they build is paramount. Whether you’re managing a personal blog or a business site, securing your WordPress installation is a must. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the best practices for WordPress security that every developer should incorporate into their workflow. Why WordPress Security Matters…
Unlike hacks that focus on vulnerabilities in software, a Brute Force Attack aims at being the simplest kind of method to gain access to a site: it tries usernames and passwords, over and over again, until it gets in. Often deemed ‘inelegant’, they can be very successful when people use passwords like ‘123456’ and usernames…
Securing your Next.js application with HTTPS is essential for production environments. This guide walks you through setting up a Docker Compose environment with Nginx as a reverse proxy to handle SSL connections for your Next.js application. Step 1: Dockerize Your Next.js Application First, you’ll need to containerize your Next.js application: Copy the official Next.js Dockerfile from the Next.js documentation to your project root. Add a .dockerignore file to exclude unnecessary files from…
Is your WordPress website vulnerable to brute-force attacks? These attacks can not only slow down your website and make it difficult to access, but they can even allow hackers to crack your passwords and install malware. This can severely damage your site and your business. At WPBeginner, we rely heavily on security tools like Sucuri…
Are you struggling to update your WordPress theme manually? Follow our comprehensive guide for a successful update, and avoid common issues like broken layouts and lost customizations. Keep your website up-to-date and running smoothly with these tips. Reasons to Manually Update a WordPress Theme Keeping your WordPress website up-to-date is crucial to ensure optimal performance,…
WordPress themes let you create a website that looks professional and matches your brand identity. Learning how to update a WordPress theme can be daunting with how important it is for a website. Themes not only impact your site’s design — they impact your site’s speed, performance, SEO, and user experience. Below, we’ll cover why…
In 2025, WordPress continues to dominate the content management system (CMS) landscape, powering a significant portion of the internet. However, with its widespread use comes an increased focus on security, especially concerning plugins and themes. Recent data indicates that plugins are responsible for 97% of all new security vulnerabilities, while themes account for 3%, and a mere 0.2% are found in the WordPress core itself. patchstack.com The Predominance of Plugin Vulnerabilities The…
If your website has been compromised by Monit malware, you’re not alone. This malware can infiltrate WordPress sites and cause significant security risks, including exposing sensitive data or redirecting visitors to malicious websites. It often hides itself in your database and files, making it challenging to detect and remove. What is Monit Malware? Monit malware is a malicious code injected into your WordPress site, often disguising itself in your database or file…
Denial of Service (DoS) attacks aim to disrupt the availability of a website or service by overwhelming it with a flood of requests. The attack’s primary goal is to exhaust the server’s resources—such as CPU, memory, or bandwidth—making it unable to handle legitimate traffic. In severe cases, this can crash the website, causing downtime and affecting business operations. There are two main types of DoS attacks: Volumetric Attacks: Focus on overwhelming the…
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