Category: WordPress security

💥 GiveWP data leak: over 100,000 WordPress sites affected

A vulnerability in the GiveWP plugin exposes donor names and emails on thousands of WordPress sites. No login required. Find out what happened, why it's controversial... and most importantly, how to protect yourself.
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A critical flaw in W3 Total Cache

The team at WordFence (a WordPress security plugin) has reported a security vulnerability, CVE-2024-12365, with a CVSS severity score of 8.5/10. What is W3 Total Cache? W3 Total Cache is a robust, high-performance, and highly customizable caching plugin that we highly recommend. Used by over a million websites, it stands out for its reliability, extensive configuration options, and support for Redis caching. What is the risk posed by this vulnerability? The W3 Total Cache plugin for WordPress has a vulnerability that allows unauthorized access to data due to a lack of capability checks in the function…
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Critical security flaw in the LiteSpeed Cache WordPress plugin: 5 million sites affected

On August 19, 2024, a critical vulnerability was identified in the LiteSpeed Cache plugin, which is used by more than 5 million WordPress sites. This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to impersonate an administrator, thereby compromising the site’s overall integrity. Technical Details The vulnerability was discovered by WordFence. It affects all versions of the LiteSpeed Cache plugin up to version 6.3.0.1. By exploiting a bug in the role simulation function, an attacker can use a hash to impersonate an administrator. Once this hash is obtained, they can create a…
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[Solved] o2switch customers targeted by insidious WordPress hack - UPDATE: Hosting company's exemplary handling of the situation

Identification & Causes: Everything You Need to Know 👇 Last week, I revealed on LinkedIn a hacking incident that appears to be widespread among owners of WordPress sites hosted by o2switch. As a WordPress security expert, and thanks to an investigation involving several colleagues—both those affected and those who weren’t—we were able to learn more. Update 07/31/2024 – In summary: According to an internal source, the hosting provider is likely not to blame. The theory that the hacked sites were poorly maintained therefore remains the leading explanation. According to this same internal source, the measures put in place by the hosting provider to determine the precise origin of this…
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Cybersecurity - Why do a WordPress security audit?

WordPress: A Popular but Vulnerable CMS WordPress is undoubtedly the most widely used CMS in the world. Its popularity makes it a prime target for hackers. Owning a WordPress site therefore requires constant vigilance when it comes to security. But why is it so important to have a WordPress site’s security audited? What are the risks involved, and why is this particularly important for businesses whose website is central to their operations? Security Risks: An Inevitable Reality Cyberspace is rife with potential dangers. For a WordPress site,…
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Your WordPress site is vulnerable

Many people wonder how WordPress can be vulnerable to attacks despite its popularity and active support. Others are completely unaware of the risk. Analysis. What is a vulnerability? WordPress is programmed using the PHP language. PHP code enables the creation of «dynamic» websites. This means that the content is generated for each page by a PHP program. A dynamic website also allows for interaction with visitors. In technical terms, it allows the site to receive and process requests. This strength is also a weakness in that it can leave the door open to unwanted interactions, thereby enabling a website to be hacked. We…
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How can I check if my WordPress site has been hacked? Warning signs to be aware of

It can sometimes be difficult to tell the difference between a technical glitch and a hack. However, there are telltale signs of an intrusion on your site. Today, let’s look at the 8 most common signs that your WordPress site has been hacked. ❌ Warning: If you’re unsure, it’s best not to log in to the site’s admin panel. If your site has been hacked, logging in could allow the hacker to retrieve your password. Furthermore, the hacker may trigger certain actions automatically when you interact with the compromised site, which would make the situation worse. ✅ If you…
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WordPress site attacks: Why and how do hackers operate?

Why do hackers attack WordPress sites? What do they stand to gain? And why do they target everyone? Find all the answers and tips for protection here.
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