WordPress Security Services
1. **Update Usernames:**
– Replace any default admin
usernames. – Ensure usernames are complex to reduce the risk of brute force attacks.
2. **Enforce Complex Passwords:** – Require all users to use strong, long, and unique passwords. – Implement regular password update policies for added security.
3. **Admin Privileges Review:**
– Audit and minimize admin privileges to the essential level. – Elevate privileges only when necessary and for specific tasks.
4. **Protect Core Configuration Files:**
– Hide and secure wp-config.php and .htaccess files to prevent unauthorized access. – Implement file permissions that restrict editing and access from unauthorized users.
5. **Use WordPress Security Keys:**
– Deploy security keys to encrypt cookies and passwords during transit between the browser and web server.
6. **Disable File Editing:** – Disable the theme and plugin file editors within the WordPress dashboard to prevent hackers from modifying core files if they gain admin access.
7. **Secure Login Form:**
– Change the default admin login URL to reduce brute force attacks targeting the login form. – Implement reCAPTCHA to add an additional layer of security.
8. **Limit Login Attempts:** – Restrict the number of login attempts to mitigate brute force attacks. – Implement automatic IP blocking after a defined number of failed attempts.
9. **Remove WordPress Version Information:** – Conceal the WordPress version number from the public to prevent attackers from exploiting known vulnerabilities in older versions.
10. **IP Address Restrictions:** – Restrict admin access to specific IP addresses. – Monitor and manage the allowed IP addresses to ensure security.
11. **Automated Security Updates:** – Enable automatic updates for WordPress core, themes, and plugins to ensure the latest security patches are applied promptly.
12. **Security Audits and Monitoring:** – Conduct regular security audits to identify and address vulnerabilities. – Implement continuous monitoring and alert systems to detect suspicious activities.
13. **Backup Solutions:** – Set up regular backups of your WordPress site, including files and databases. – Store backups securely and provide easy restoration options in case of an incident. By applying these essential security changes, we aim to reinforce your WordPress site’s defenses, safeguarding your data and ensuring peace of mind. For a detailed assessment and customized security plan, contact us today!
