WordPress security, fixed step by step
Clear, practical guides to fix the issues our scanner finds — with copy-paste code you can apply today.
How to Fix Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) in WordPress
Sanitize input, escape output, patch vulnerable plugins, and add a Content-Security-Policy.
Read guideHow to Fix SQL Injection in WordPress
Patch vulnerable plugins and use $wpdb->prepare() for every query with user input.
Read guideHow to Disable XML-RPC in WordPress
Block xmlrpc.php unless you need it — it enables brute-force amplification and pingback DDoS.
Read guideHow to Add Security Headers to WordPress
Add HSTS, CSP, X-Frame-Options, X-Content-Type-Options, and Referrer-Policy.
Read guideHow to Stop User Enumeration in WordPress
Block ?author= scans, restrict the users REST endpoint, and use generic login errors.
Read guideHow to Disable Directory Listing in WordPress
Turn off directory browsing so folders like /wp-content/uploads aren't publicly listed.
Read guideHow to Fix an Exposed WordPress Debug Log
Never leave WP_DEBUG_DISPLAY on in production, and block public access to debug.log.
Read guideHow to Hide the WordPress Version Number
Remove the generator meta tag and block readme.html to avoid advertising your version.
Read guideHow to Stop Brute-Force Attacks on WordPress Login
Limit login attempts, enforce 2FA and strong passwords, and protect wp-login.php.
Read guideHow to Fix Outdated and Vulnerable WordPress Plugins
Update everything, remove abandoned plugins, and check each against known vulnerabilities.
Read guideHow to Protect wp-config.php and Sensitive Files
Block direct access to wp-config.php, .env, backups, and other sensitive files.
Read guideHow to Force HTTPS (SSL) on WordPress
Install SSL, set your HTTPS site URL, redirect all HTTP traffic, and fix mixed content.
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