Security Education

HTTPS Protocol: What is the Default Port for SSL & Common TCP Ports

SSL port numbers serve as communication endpoints for transmitting or receiving data. One of the primary functions of these ports is to establish a secure connection between a web page and  a website hosting server or the CDN/WAF that might sit in front of it. These add an extra layer of security by leveraging either

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Troubleshooting WordPress: How to Fix the White Screen of Death

Navigating to your WordPress site only to be met with the White Screen of Death (WSoD) can be a daunting experience. This error denies access to your site for both administrators and visitors, disrupting your website’s performance and user experience. Despite its prevalence, this common WordPress problem has a number of straightforward solutions. In this

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New Email Course: Common Website Threats & Malware

The digital world isn’t all rainbows, unicorns, and cat gifs; it also has a dark side. As threats become increasingly sophisticated, website owners and administrators need to up their game. That’s why we’ve created this tailored email course — to help you navigate common website malware and vulnerabilities. We’ve picked apart data from over 43,000

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How to Harden & Secure a Website (12 Steps)

Attackers are always on the hunt for vulnerable websites. Whether you have a WordPress, Magento, or Joomla website — you’ll want to take steps to secure your site and server from attacks and malware. In today’s post, we’ll be outlining the top twelve steps you can take to harden your website and enhance the security

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New Hacked Database Guide

Your website’s database is a treasure trove of valuable information. However, this also makes it a prime target for hackers looking to steal sensitive data or modify your site’s content and behavior. The unfortunate reality is that a compromised website database can lead to a loss of essential customer information, impacting your website’s reputation and

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How to Secure the WordPress Login Page

Given that WordPress powers millions of websites worldwide, it’s no surprise that it’s a prime target for malicious activities ranging from brute force attacks and hacking attempts to unauthorized access — all of which can wreak havoc on your site’s functionality, damage reputation, or even result in lost revenue and sales. A common entry point

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Optimizing WordPress: Security Beyond Default Configurations

Default configurations in software are not always the most secure. For example, you might buy a network-attached home security camera from your friendly neighborhood electronics store. While these are handy to keep an eye on your property from the comfort of your phone, they also typically come shipped with a default username and password. And

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What Is ‘Error Establishing a Database Connection’ & How To Fix It in WordPress

Experiencing the ‘Error Establishing a Database Connection‘ on your WordPress website? This common error indicates that your site is unable to connect to its database, rendering it inaccessible to users — and potentially impacting your visitors, user experience, and sales. In this blog post, we’ll explain what the database connection error means, common reasons for

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How to Find & Fix Japanese SEO Spam

Japanese SEO Spam, also known as “Japanese keyword hack” or “Japanese SEO poisoning,” is a spammy search engine optimization technique used by black hat SEO artists to make a website show up in search engine results for spam keywords in Japanese language when they shouldn’t. In this post, we’ll detail what Japanese SEO spam is,

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What is Secure Shell (SSH) & How to Use It: Security & Best Practices

Navigating your WordPress site’s dashboard can provide you with significant control over your website’s functionality and appearance. Yet it won’t offer a direct interaction or management of your server. This is where Secure Shell Access (SSH) steps in. SSH is a protocol that provides a secure and effective way to connect with your website and

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