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March 20, 2026 by Paul G.

How to Test WordPress for SQL Injection Vulnerabilities

Learn how SQL injection targets WordPress plugins and themes, how to test your site for vulnerabilities, and what to do if an attack leaves its mark.

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March 18, 2026 by Paul G.

Free Wordfence vs Free MalCare: The True Cost of WordPress Security

Compare Wordfence Free and MalCare Free on real cleanup capability, server performance, and what each plan actually costs when your site gets compromised.

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March 6, 2026 by Paul G.

WordPress Hardening Checklist: Secure Your Site Step-by-Step

Improve your WordPress security with advanced hardening strategies, including reliable plugins, managed hosting services, and data backup.

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Shield Security Release 20.1
February 17, 2026 by Paul G.

WP Shield Security PRO – Release 21.2

ShieldPRO 21.1 delivers full translation into nearly 40 languages, powerful new search capabilities for Activity and Traffic Logs, redesigned report emails, and a range of dashboard and performance improvements.

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ShieldBACKUPS - Rapid, Low Impact WordPress Backups
May 16, 2025 by Paul G.

Introducing ShieldBACKUPS – Secure WordPress Backups from Shield Security

ShieldBACKUPS is our solution to WordPress backups. Fast, reliable, secure and fully automated.

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Shield Security Release 20.1
December 9, 2024 by Paul G.

WP Shield Security PRO – Release 20.1

Shield Security 20.1 brings our new Security Profiles feature, PHP 7.4 minimum, auto-integrations and expanded FileLocker protections.

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November 7, 2024 by Paul G.

A Comprehensive Guide to Backup Strategies for Your WordPress Website

Regular backups are essential for WordPress website owners. They safeguard your data, protect against hacking attempts, and provide a safety net for unexpected failures. By implementing a robust backup strategy, you’re not just protecting your content; you’re securing your online...

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September 23, 2024 by Paul G.

WordPress Security Through Obscurity – Does It Make Sense?

In this article we'll debunk some of the common tactics employed by those that tout Security Through Obscurity to protect WordPress websites.

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September 21, 2024 by Paul G.

How to Implement Two-Factor Authentication on Your WordPress Site

Learn how to implement two-factor authentication on WordPress. Enhance security, choose the right plugin, and troubleshoot common issues. Protect your site now.

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September 12, 2024 by Paul G.

Shield Security Moving To Minimum PHP 7.4

Shield Security plugin for WordPress will switch to a minimum supported PHP version of 7.4 with Shield v20.1. Previously it was PHP 7.2.

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