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Stop to Browsing of Directory By Htaccess File and Cpanel

One of the security method of your WordPress website is to put a stop to browsing of directory. By default when your web server does not find an index file (i.e. a file like index.php or index.html), it automatically displays an index page showing the contents of the directory. The reasons to disable your directory browsing is for privacy of course, but it will also help against hacking in the way that it will hide your files making you less vulnerable to attack. By Default, the directory will show the visitor above information. You need to disable Directory Browsing in WordPress. The Best way is to place following line in your htaccess file: Options -Indexes You can also disable your directory browsing by login your control panel. and click index.…

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WordPress Are Pushing Their Users to Use SSL Certificate

Managed WordPress Hosting, Security, SSL Certificate

Alomost 30% of websites hosted in the whole world are using WordPress technologies. All the hackers and Spammers are keeping find new hacking technologies to hack WordPress websites, The WordPress Core software keep updating all times. WordPress Websites are Under attacks But because WordPress is an open-source Content Management System with that nature makes its codes visible and almost accessible to any user. As a result, it has become the prime target for most hackers who want to steal sensitive user information. The Sucuri report disclosed that 55% WordPress Installation were out of date, and 74% of WordPress websites are prone to cyber attacks , and the top three plugins affecting that platform are Gravity Forms, TimThumb, and RevSlider. In Jan 2017, The wpsanity website reported the WordPress Plugins and themes are…

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27 WordPress Htaccess Tips for Better Security and Performance

htaccess file, Managed WordPress Hosting, Security

For Detail htaccess file Usages and how to create it, please check htaccess file knowledge base Millions of WordPress users use the .htaccess file to protect their websites from spammers, hackers, other known threats and increase their WordPress Website Performance. I will list some Useful Tips of htaccess file used for WordPress Security and Performance. Normally your control panel can install a WordPress website easily by just several click and configuration. After you have installed Wordpress and configured your website’s permalink settings to meet the requirement of SEO, your htaccess file will be installed in your root folder. When you change https://domain.powerhoster.com/sample-post/ instead of https://domain.powerhoster.com/?p=123, your htaccess file will look like: # BEGIN WordPress RewriteEngine On RewriteBase / RewriteRule ^index\.php$ - [L] RewriteCond %{REQUEST_FILENAME} !-f RewriteCond %{REQUEST_FILENAME} !-d RewriteRule . /index.php [L]…

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How to Pretect Your WordPress Website wp-admin folder and wp-login.php file using .htaccess file ?

htaccess file, Managed WordPress Hosting, Security

If you want to protect your wordpress website admin folder wp-admin folder by htaccess file. You can check How to deny IP address to your folder. In your wp-admin folder place a .htaccess file, and add following codes: order allow,deny allow from 207.241.90.37 deny from all 207.24.90.37 is your own IP address. So only you yourself can access your wp-admin folder. You also need to secure your wp-login.php folder in your public root directory. Just add following codes into the htaccess file in your public root directory that have wp-login.php file: <Files wp-login.php> Order Deny,Allow Deny from all Allow from 207.241.90.37 </Files> 207.24.90.37 is your own IP address. Right now, only you can access your wp-admin folder and wp-login.php file. Even though, you also need some secure plugins to protect…

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I have anti-virus software. Do I need Website Protection SiteLock?

Security

Yes. Anti-virus software protects your computer from malware and viruses, but it doesn't protect your website. And while it's invaluable, anti-virus software can't detect existing vulnerabilities in your site such as cross-site scripting and code injections. It also doesn't let you know when security threats and vulnerabilities have been found or how to fix them. SiteLock's malware scanner does.

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I Already have an SSL Certificate, why do I need SiteLock?

Security

An SSL certificate secures the information passed back and forth between visitors and your website (i.e. credit card information, login name and password) but it can't find malware or the other vulnerabilities hackers use to break in and do damage. SiteLock not only finds vulnerabilities and malware, it automatically removes them from your website using our SMART malware removal tool. Our Professional and Premium plans complement your SSL Certificate, creating a hack-proof security strategy.

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How does SiteLock compare to other web security services?

Security

Website Attacks Are on The Rise Most site owners only think about security after their site gets hacked and blacklisted by Google. Prevent disruptions to your business and be proactive. Clean up your site fast with instant alerts and an easy-to-use dashboard that clearly identifies issues and helps you locate them. With SiteLock, it’s easy to eliminate malware and other viruses so you stay off search engine blacklists and keep traffic flowing. Vulnerability Identification An X-ray of your website that discovers security holes, virus injections and weaknesses. A lot of products can tell you if your website has been infected by malware. What they can't do is fix it for you. With SiteLock, you don't have to worry about a thing - our vulnerability scanner checks your website daily, automatically…

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How does SiteLock work?

Security

Over 5,000 small and large online businesses are attacked on a daily basis Currently over 70% websites on the internet are not secure Hackers exploit websites to launch an attack 5 times more often than they use email. Google blacklists over 6,000 websites everyday! SiteLock is ideal for customers who do not have the technical know-how or resources to protect their websites from common online threats. It is an all-inclusive, cost effective solution that identifies threats and also fixes them automatically A powerful solution designed specifically for SMBs Works in any hosting environment Makes you a complete web solutions provider. Offer your customers not just websites but website security solutions as well Prevents your customers' site from getting defaced by working in the background to protect websites from online threats…

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Why do I need SiteLock?

Security

Website security is vital to your business success. If people don't feel safe on your site, they won't come back. But if you can show visitors your site protects them from hackers and thieves, they're more likely to place an order or refer a friend. Once our malware scanner confirms that your site is clear of known vulnerabilities and malware, the SiteLock Trust Seal can be displayed to your customers. Studies show that displaying this seal increases sales by more than 10%, with 70% of site visitors saying they look for a verifiable 3rd-party trust seal before submitting personal information to a website.

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What is SiteLock?

Security

SiteLock is one of our most powerful website security solutions. It not only scans your site for security gaps but detects malware that hackers could use to steal information, infect your customers or divert traffic. If we find malware or holes in your site's security, we notify you by email so you can quickly close the gap and beat the bad guys to the punch. If you want automatic malware removal, choose our Professional plan. If you want automatic malware removal, choose our Professional plan. For totally worry-free protection, our Premium plan not only finds and removes malware, it also scans for known website vulnerabilities on a daily basis.