Security
How to Force HTTPS on WordPress: Easy for Beginners
Secure your WordPress site by forcing HTTPS. Our beginner's guide covers SSL setup, redirects, and SEO for a smooth transition.
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A big week for vulnerabilities; REST API Security Tips; & ShieldPRO 20.1 Released
This is a big week for vulnerabilities. Several popular form plugins are hit by quite serious vulnerabilities, and there's a priviledge escalation risk with the MainWP client plugin. It's hard to imagine that there's anyone out there not affected by at least 1 vulnerability this week. I'd also like to draw your attention to our latest ShieldPRO release, v20.1.
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ShieldNotes #44: Security Risks; & Sneak Peak into ShieldPRO’s 20.1 Release
There are a few security vulnerabilities that may need your attention, and check out what's coming in Shield 20.1.
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ShieldNotes #43: Popular plugins are high risk, including CleanTalk’s Anti-Spam; & WordPress rolls out free ACF Pro Plugin;
Several high-traffic plugins, including CleanTalk’s anti-spam, are facing significant security risks. Meanwhile, WordPress introduces a new plugin with free ACF Pro features.
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ShieldNotes #42: Top Plugins Targeted, Rank Math SEO Hits 3M Sites
This week’s security updates reveal flaws in popular plugins, including Rank Math SEO, impacting more than 3M sites. PeepSo is exiting the wp.org.
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Proven Tips Securing Your WordPress REST API
Secure your WordPress REST API from hackers and data breaches. Learn proven tips for authentication, access control, SSL, and more. Protect your site now!
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ShieldNotes #41: Popular Plugins Under Attack, High Risk to Millions of Sites; & Mask Your WP Site Effectively
Active exploitation of security vulnerabilities in popular plugins leaves millions of sites at high risk. We debunk the WP version masking myth with smarter hiding tips.
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Safely Disable WordPress Automatic Updates: Step-by-Step
Take control of your WordPress site's stability by disabling automatic updates. Our step-by-step tutorial shows you how to safely turn off updates.
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Enhanced Security: How to Disguise Your WordPress Site
Discover how to enhance your WordPress site's security by disguising version numbers, URLs, and paths. Learn measures to protect your site from vulnerabilities.
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ShieldNotes #40: Top Security Risks in Plugins & Themes; & Proven Backup Strategies
Security flaws continue to affect plugins and themes this week, and we explore backup methods to keep your site & data safe from disaster.
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