WordPress Security Blog
Weekly vulnerability reports, security tips, and WordPress security news to keep your site safe.
Why WordPress Sites Get Hacked: The Most Common Reasons and How to Avoid Them
Over 90,000 WordPress sites are attacked every minute. Learn the top reasons WordPress sites get hacked and what you can do to prevent it from happening to yours.
Phishing Attacks Targeting WordPress Sites: Fake Logins, Deceptive Emails, and Credential Theft
WordPress sites are frequently used to host phishing pages or are targeted by phishing campaigns to steal admin credentials. Learn how to protect yourself.
WordPress Malware and Backdoors: How Attackers Maintain Persistent Access
Once a WordPress site is compromised, attackers install backdoors to maintain access even after vulnerabilities are patched. Learn how to detect and remove them.
File Inclusion Vulnerabilities in WordPress: LFI and RFI Explained
File inclusion vulnerabilities allow attackers to read sensitive files or execute malicious code on your WordPress server. Learn how LFI and RFI attacks work.
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) in WordPress: The Silent Account Hijacker
CSRF attacks trick authenticated WordPress users into performing unintended actions. Learn how these attacks work and why nonce verification is critical.
Brute Force Attacks on WordPress: Understanding and Stopping Unauthorized Login Attempts
Brute force attacks are the most common way hackers try to break into WordPress sites. Learn how they work and the best strategies to block them.
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Attacks on WordPress: How They Work and How to Prevent Them
XSS is one of the most common web vulnerabilities affecting WordPress. Learn how attackers inject malicious scripts and what you can do to protect your site.
The True Cost of Data Breaches: How Businesses Lose Millions Every Month
Data breaches cost businesses an average of $4.88M in 2024. Small businesses are hit hardest — 60% close within 6 months of a breach. Learn the real numbers and how to protect your business.
10 Essential WordPress Security Tips Every Site Owner Must Know in 2026
Comprehensive guide to WordPress security: 10 critical practices covering updates, authentication, security headers, SSL, XML-RPC, login protection, backups, file permissions, monitoring, and DNS security.
WordPress Vulnerability Report: March 5 – March 8, 2026
61 WordPress vulnerabilities disclosed between March 5 – March 8, 2026. 4 critical, 13 high severity. 1 patched, 60 unpatched.