This article was originally authored by Robert Abela of Melapress, a Patchstack partner specializing in WordPress security and user management solutions. Unauthorized WordPress access is more common than you might think. Learning how to detect and prevent WordPress unauthorized access can help you avoid security incidents. And if they do happen, you’ll be able to […]
Is your WooCommerce store truly secure? If you cannot confidently say “Yes!” then it is vital to be aware that just one single security breach could easily cripple your business overnight. This can quickly lead to financial losses, reputational damage, and the loss of valuable customer data – which can, in turn, result in legal […]
As a seasoned WordPress developer, you might have spent countless hours perfecting your WordPress site by carefully selecting themes and plugins to create an outstanding experience. But did you stop and think about all the plugins that you no longer need? If you have numerous plugins installed on your WordPress site, you should consider removing […]
As a WordPress site owner, dealing with the aftermath of a redirect hack can be a daunting and frustrating experience. Malicious actors are constantly finding new ways to exploit vulnerabilities and hijack your website, redirecting your visitors to spammy or malicious destinations without your knowledge or consent. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through […]
Is your WordPress site secure? You might think so, but are you prepared for the unexpected? The whitehat researchers at Patchstack found that most WordPress vulnerabilities arise not from the core platform but from overlooked weaknesses and easily preventable mistakes. While the WordPress Core is secure, plugins, themes, and user practices can introduce vulnerabilities. Securing […]
With frequent breaches, credit card fraud, and assorted ways attackers can compromise sensitive payment information (and the companies like eCommerce websites processing them), it’s no wonder the PCI-DSS got a new edition: PCI-DSS 4.0. However, with the update comes a plethora of new information. If you’ve been racking your brain trying to figure out what […]
One company tells you that you need an antivirus. Another says you’re good with their all-in-one plugin. Your hosting provider keeps going on about server-side things they’re doing. And, at the end of the day, you’re still left with a glaring question: What does it actually take to sleep at night, knowing you’ve done everything […]
Many businesses rely on WooCommerce for their e-commerce store, but have you considered whether is WooCommerce safe to use? E-commerce sales hit $6.3 trillion in 2023, and 20% of all retail sales were made online. If you run an e-commerce business then ensuring your website’s security is of the highest standard is paramount. Many businesses […]
For the past couple of days, the Patchstack team has been monitoring a mass-scale phishing campaign with multiple variants of phishing emails going around that are notifying users about a supposed security vulnerability in their WordPress website. They claim it’s a “Remote Code Execution (RCE)” vulnerability and you are asked to immediately use a “Patch […]
Brute force attack is arguably one of the most common and potentially dangerous threats to WordPress websites. A brute force attack involves hackers trying to guess your WordPress login credentials by repeatedly submitting different combinations of usernames and passwords. If they s쳮d, they can take over your entire website and cause serious damage. In this […]