{"id":5823,"date":"2019-08-29T13:42:25","date_gmt":"2019-08-29T13:42:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.24x7wpsupport.com\/blog\/?p=5823"},"modified":"2021-09-28T10:32:48","modified_gmt":"2021-09-28T10:32:48","slug":"everything-you-need-to-know-about-wordpress-security","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.24x7wpsupport.com\/blog\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-wordpress-security\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need To Know About WordPress Security"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p class=\"last-updated\">Last updated on September 28th, 2021 at 10:32 am<\/p><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Whether you run a hobby blog, an online business, or an eCommerce shop, WordPress security should be a priority. After all, <a href=\"https:\/\/transparencyreport.google.com\/safe-browsing\/overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">Google blacklists<\/span><\/a> thousands of websites each day for malware and phishing. And while some of these sites are being used for malicious intent, some of them are legitimate websites that have been hacked, sometimes without the website owner noticing.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, the default WordPress core is routinely audited by the <span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><a style=\"color: #ffcc00;\" href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/about\/security\/#ref3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">WordPress Security Team<\/a><\/span> and is generally secure. In fact, because of the proactive approach the team behind WordPress takes to keep people\u2019s websites safe, it\u2019s often more secure than other popular content management systems.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>But that doesn\u2019t mean you should neglect your site and forgo your own WordPress security efforts.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Luckily, there are many actionable security measures available you can implement so hackers can\u2019t gain access to your site and ruin all your hard work.<\/p>\n<p>But first, let\u2019s take a look at how secure WordPress is and the types of WordPress vulnerabilities there are.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Is WordPress Secure?&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]In short, yes, WordPress is secure. Unfortunately, WordPress has a bad rap in the industry for being prone to security breaches and vulnerabilities. But the truth is, some of the reasons WordPress is so susceptible to security breaches is because WordPress users fail to follow WordPress security best practices.<\/p>\n<p>For example, people continue to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use nulled plugins and themes (those that have been hacked or have modified code designed to cause harm or collect information)<\/li>\n<li>Implement poor system and credentials management<\/li>\n<li>Rely on the WordPress core for all their security needs<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t update their software, whether that be the WordPress version, themes, or plugins<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>That\u2019s not to say WordPress security issues don\u2019t happen though. Because they do. In fact, according to Sucuri\u2019s <span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><a style=\"color: #ffcc00;\" href=\"https:\/\/sucuri.net\/reports\/2018-hacked-website-report\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Website Hack Trend Report 2018<\/a><\/span>, 90% of websites found to be infected were WordPress websites.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5824&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]Since <span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><a style=\"color: #ffcc00;\" href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">34% of the world\u2019s websites use WordPress<\/a><\/span>, so it makes sense that there would be more site vulnerabilities than other lesser-known platforms. But that doesn\u2019t negate the fact that there is a lot of room for improvement.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;WordPress Vulnerabilities&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]Before we dive into how to protect your WordPress website, let\u2019s take a brief look at the types of security vulnerabilities that can affect your WordPress website:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pharma Hacks:<\/strong> rogue code is inserted into outdated versions of WordPress, plugins, and themes. Search engines then display ads instead of the compromised website.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Brute Force Attacks:<\/strong> automated scripts are used to exploit weak passwords to gain access to your website\u2019s backend.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Backdoors:<\/strong> hackers bypass security encryption with a piece of malicious code and gain access to WordPress website through the backend (e.g., SFTP, WP-Admin, and FTP).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Denial of Service:<\/strong> also known as DDoS, this is when hackers exploit errors and bugs on your website to overwhelm your site\u2019s operating systems (e.g., web servers, networks, or applications) and shut down your site.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Redirects:<\/strong> malicious code is injected onto your site to redirect users to other websites.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cross-Site Scripting:<\/strong> malicious script is injected into a trusted website or application to grab<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now, let\u2019s take a look at how you can prevent these common WordPress security issues and protect your website.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;WordPress Security: Protecting Your Website&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]As of today, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.internetlivestats.com\/watch\/websites-hacked\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">over 115,000 websites<\/span><\/a> have been hacked.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5829&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]And as you watch the ticker, the number continues to climb. If this isn\u2019t enough of a warning that you need to protect your WordPress site, we don\u2019t know what is.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;1. Update WordPress&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]One of the easiest ways to protect your WordPress site is to make sure you run all updates when they are released.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5830&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]Updates are not just for giving WordPress users brand new features. They are also to wipe out vulnerabilities, fix bugs and errors, and make the software more secure. It\u2019s important you always use the most recent version of WordPress and update keep all themes and plugins update on your site[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;2. Use a Secure Web Host&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]Did you know that the level of security your WordPress website has offsite is just as important as the security measures you take on the backend<\/p>\n<p>Well, it is.<\/p>\n<p>When you choose a WordPress web hosting provider, you should take care to research the security measures they put in place to protect your site\u2019s data. After all, your host stores all your website\u2019s data and files on their servers. And if their servers become compromised, your site becomes compromised too.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some of the best security to features look for when picking a hosting plan:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Infrastructure access restrictions using SSH (Secure Socket Shell)<\/li>\n<li>IP whitelisting for authorized users only<\/li>\n<li>Network monitoring for intrusions or unauthorized activity<\/li>\n<li>Built-in SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) encryption and firewalls<\/li>\n<li>DDos prevention<\/li>\n<li>Malware scanning, detection, and removal<\/li>\n<li>Password and user access restrictions<\/li>\n<li>Offsite backup services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Not all web hosts come with such an extensive list of security features. That said, here at 24&#215;7 WPSupport, we pride ourselves in providing enterprise level security with all our managed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.24x7wpsupport.com\/wordpress-hosting.php\"><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">WordPress hosting plans<\/span><\/a>. From automatic site backups to software updates, security checks for malware to vulnerability updates, we strive to secure your website and all its data so you never have to worry.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;3. Enforce Strong Passwords and User Access&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]One of the most common ways hackers get inside a WordPress website is using stolen passwords. And it doesn\u2019t just happen in the WordPress admin area. It also happens through your FTP and hosting accounts, the database, and even your custom business email addresses that use your site\u2019s domain name.<\/p>\n<p>Listen, we understand that every account you have on the internet has different password requirements. And quite frankly, it\u2019s hard to remember them all. But using strong passwords is necessary for keeping your site secure.<\/p>\n<p>Start by using a tool such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastpass.com\/password-generator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">Password Generator<\/span><\/a> to create unique passwords for all your website accounts.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5832&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]From there, forget having to remember all your passwords; just use a password manager like the one provided free of charge by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastpass.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">LastPass<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>And don\u2019t forget to change your username too. Many web host provide one-click WordPress installers to install WordPress on your website with ease. They also tend to come with pre-set usernames (admin) and passwords (vary). Change the username from admin to something else so hackers don\u2019t have easy access.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, make sure you take the time to define the user roles and capabilities in your WordPress account if you have a team of people that regularly access the backend of your site. This means only creating user accounts for those that must have access to your website.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;4. Add Two-Factor Authentication&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]No matter how secure your site\u2019s passwords are, it\u2019s important to understand that cybercrime has become increasingly advanced. And when hackers use specialized software to try to break into websites, even getting past a strong password becomes possible.<\/p>\n<p>One way to get around this is to enable two-factor authentication. Two-factor authentication involves a two-step process during the log in process. First, you have to input your password. Next, you\u2019ll need to receive a special code either via a SMS (text message), phone call, or a time-based one-time password app, such as <span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><a style=\"color: #ffcc00;\" href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/miniorange-2-factor-authentication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Google Authenticator<\/a> <\/span>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5833&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]This method is nearly 100% effective in stopping all brute force attacks on your WordPress website. After all, a hacker may be able to guess your password, but chances are they don\u2019t have your cell phone[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;5. Use a WordPress Backup Plugin&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]Okay, so you know your web host provides automated site backups in case anything happens. But what happens if your web host\u2019s servers go down and your site is compromised?<\/p>\n<p>Just because your web host has implemented specific security measures doesn\u2019t mean security breaches can\u2019t happen. And you need a reliable way to get a copy of your website, outside the realm of your web host, just in case something happens.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s where using a WordPress backup plugin comes in handy. Of course, you can always <a href=\"https:\/\/www.24x7wpsupport.com\/blog\/how-to-backup-and-restore-wordpress-website\/\"><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">run a manual backup of your WordPress site<\/span><\/a> too.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5835&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]But if you want to streamline the process, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.24x7wpsupport.com\/blog\/top-wordpress-backup-plugins-installation-for-protecting-your-site\/\"><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">use a WordPress backup plugin<\/span><\/a> like:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/updraftplus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">UpdraftPlus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/backupwordpress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BackUpWordPress<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/backwpup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BackWPup<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/duplicator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Duplicator<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-database-backup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">WP Database Backup<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>All of these solutions are highly reliable, easy to use, and found in the WordPress Repository, meaning they have been thoroughly vetted for use.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;6. Use a Security Plugin&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]In addition to using a WordPress backup plugin, you should also use a WordPress security plugin for added layers of protection to your site.<\/p>\n<p>A good security plugin will include features such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Active security monitoring<\/li>\n<li>Firewalls<\/li>\n<li>Brute force attack prevention<\/li>\n<li>Blacklist monitoring<\/li>\n<li>Malware scanning and removal<\/li>\n<li>Security hardening<\/li>\n<li>Post-hack actions<\/li>\n<li>File scanning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Additionally, it should notify you immediately should anything suspicious happen on your website.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Not sure which WordPress security plugin to use?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Some of the best security plugins in the market include <span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><a style=\"color: #ffcc00;\" href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/sucuri-scanner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sucuri Security<\/a><\/span>, <span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><a style=\"color: #ffcc00;\" href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/better-wp-security\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">iThemes Security<\/a><\/span>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/vaultpress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">VaultPress<\/span><\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;7. Use the Latest PHP Version&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]According to official WordPress stats, <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/about\/stats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">59.3% of WordPress users<\/span><\/a> still use an outdated PHP version.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5837&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]And pretty soon, PHP 7.1 is not going to be supported anymore (December 2019), adding another 13.1% of WordPress users to the group using an outdated version of PHP[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5838&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]WordPress is written using PHP as the scripting language. It is also highly responsible for the speed and performance of your website. Developers support new PHP versions for two years. During those two years, bugs and security issues are addressed on a regular basis so your site remains secure.<\/p>\n<p>To check which PHP version you\u2019re using, go to Tools &gt; Site Health in the WordPress dashboard. Find the Server dropdown and click on it.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5839&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]If you find that you\u2019re using an outdated version of PHP, reach out to your hosting provider and see what you can do about upgrading it. If you\u2019re using a high-quality host, changing to an updated version of PHP shouldn\u2019t be an issue. In fact, many web hosts will automatically update your PHP version for you.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;8. Use an SSL Certificate&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is a protocol that encrypts the data that transfers between your website and a user\u2019s browser. In other words, using an SSL certificate prevents hackers from intercepting any data that passes between your site visitor\u2019s browser and your site (and web host servers).<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also worth noting that <span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><a style=\"color: #ffcc00;\" href=\"https:\/\/webmasters.googleblog.com\/2014\/08\/https-as-ranking-signal.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Google has officially made HTTPS a ranking signal<\/a><\/span>. This means that using an SSL certificate will help you rank higher in search results, as well as secure your site.<\/p>\n<p>Not to mention, anyone using the Chrome browser will see a \u201cNot Secure\u201d message anytime they visit a site not using HTTPS. This will hurt your chances of establishing trust with site visitors and may cause an uptick in your site\u2019s bounce rate.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5840&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]Once you enable SSL, your website\u2019s URL will use HTTPS instead of HTTP. It will also have a green padlock sign next to it, signaling to site visitors that your website is safe and secure.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5841&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]Many web hosts provide their customers with free <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.24x7wpsupport.com\/blog\/top-10-ssl-plugins\/\">SSL certifications<\/a><\/span>. This is usually done in your hosting account. If your hosting provider doesn\u2019t provide SSL certificates, you can always buy one using a third-party company and enable it in your hosting account.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;9. Limit Login Attempts&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]By default, WordPress allows users to login as many times as they want. This means your website is extremely vulnerable to attack, especially if a hacker is using automated bots to break in.<\/p>\n<p>To beef up your WordPress security efforts, it\u2019s a good idea to customize how many times people can log in to your WordPress site.<\/p>\n<p>For example, the free <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-cerber\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">Cerber Security<\/span><\/a> plugin will let you defend your website from hackers, spam, trojans, and malware. It also mitigates the number of brute force attempts on your site.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5843&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]For example, you can define:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Number of login attempts<\/li>\n<li>The duration before a retry is allowed<\/li>\n<li>Lockout duration<\/li>\n<li>Notification settings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also use the simpler <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/login-lockdown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">Login Lockdown<\/span><\/a> plugin that records the IP address and timestamp of every failed login attempt. If more than a certain number of attempts are recorded with a short period of time for one IP address, then Login Lockdown will lock your website and prevent further login attempts.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;10. Change Your WordPress Login URL&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]By default, your WordPress website\u2019s URL is domain.com\/wp-admin. The problem with this is that hackers, bots, and scripts know this, making your website vulnerable to brute force attacks and other cybercrime.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why you should change the WordPress login URL so the login page isn\u2019t as obvious to those trying to break in.<\/p>\n<p>The free <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wps-hide-login\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\">WPS Hide Login<\/span><\/a> plugin is the perfect solution. It doesn\u2019t rename your site\u2019s login page, change files, or rewrite rules. All it does is intercept page requests[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5844&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]There\u2019s also an area to input a redirect URL when someone tries to access your site\u2019s login page using the default domain.com\/wp-admin URL. Just make sure you choose a URL that isn\u2019t easy for bots to guess or scripts to scan.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;11. Add security Questions to WordPress Login Page&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]After you\u2019ve changed your WordPress login page\u2019s URL, you can make it even harder for hackers to bypass it by adding a security question to the page before being able to login.<\/p>\n<p>You see, automated bots that scan millions of websites trying to break in can\u2019t answer human questions. Even if they can crack your site\u2019s password, they won\u2019t be able to type out an answer to a security question and your WordPress site stays protected. And even if they could, they\u2019d never be able to guess your own personalized answer.<\/p>\n<p>With a free WordPress security plugin like <span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><a style=\"color: #ffcc00;\" href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-security-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">WP Security Question<\/a><\/span>, you can easily use any of the pre-determined security questions or create your own.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5845&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]In addition, decide whether to ask a security question on the login, registration, or forgot password screens (or all three).[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;12. Hide WordPress Version&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]It\u2019s not enough to hide your WordPress default login page from hackers. Since WordPress is such a target because it\u2019s so widely used, and hackers know they can exploit sites that have been neglected when it comes to security, it\u2019s important to hide the fact you use WordPress for your CMS.<\/p>\n<p>After all, anyone can see that you\u2019re running an old, outdated version of WordPress by checking the source code and take advantage of known vulnerabilities for that version.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5846&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]Of course, using the most recent version of WordPress prevents this. But for added security, you can also remove the WordPress version, whether it\u2019s updated or not.<\/p>\n<p>To remove the WordPress version number from your site\u2019s header, go to your functions.php file in the WordPress dashboard and add the following code:<\/p>\n<p>function wp_version_remove_version() {<br \/>\nreturn &#8221;;<br \/>\n}<br \/>\nadd_filter(&#8216;the_generator&#8217;, &#8216;wp_version_remove_version&#8217;);<\/p>\n<p>This will not only remove the WordPress version from your site\u2019s blog pages, but also from your feeds as well (which is one place hackers go looking).<\/p>\n<p>Keep in mind, this requires you to make changes to your WordPress site\u2019s code, which can be scary for novice website owners without a lot of technical knowledge. Plus, if you make a mistake, you risk breaking your site.<\/p>\n<p>If you want, you can always use a free WordPress plugin like <span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><a style=\"color: #ffcc00;\" href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/remove-version-number\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Remove Version Number<\/a><\/span> to remove the version of WordPress you\u2019re using from the head, RSS feeds, stylesheets, and scripts.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;13. Log Out Idle Users&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]People that are logged into your site, but wander away from their screen leave your website vulnerable. For example, someone can hijack their session and make changes to your site, change passwords or account information, and even steal sensitive data.<\/p>\n<p>To protect your WordPress users\u2019 sessions, and your website, use a WordPress security plugin like <span style=\"color: #ffcc00;\"><a style=\"color: #ffcc00;\" href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/inactive-logout\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Inactive Logout<\/a><\/span>. This plugin will automatically log out idle user sessions based on the idle time you configure in its settings.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5847&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_column_text]As you can see, Inactive Logout also gives you the opportunity to create a custom idle message so users that are still around can continue their session and not wonder why they\u2019ve been logged out.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, it comes with neat features like:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Timeout countdown timer<\/li>\n<li>Wake Up! message to remind users to continue browsing<\/li>\n<li>Page redirect instead of custom popup message<\/li>\n<li>Multisite support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;14. Always Use Secure Connections&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]You might not think about how important internet connections are, but they are crucial to WordPress security. Think about it. 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