The number of sites that are being hacked on internet has increased.
Due to hacking, the website data will be stolen, loss of traffic to the site and so on. Though the web host server is secure, the responsibility lies on you to ensure your website is safe from hackers. You can always install security plug-ins in the CMS and build a firewall to keep the site safe.
Hackers gain access to your site by placing a Trojan, virus or key logger on your PC. Use virus scans, clear histories, secure your passwords and be aware of general security issues. Do not use public computer to login to your account.
Delete the directory files and database that are not in use. Website can be hacked using these files.
Update the scripts and software used to new version, as the technology involved is advanced and this helps to fix the bugs if any. This helps a great deal in maintaining your website.
If you are using HTTP or FTP protocol for website access, don’t enter the admin credentials in a Windows authentication popup window. HTTP and FTP protocols are not full-proof and hacking into a data transmission is easier. Whenever possible, use HTTPS and SFTP to encrypt the transmitted data.
Take the backup of your website files regularly. In case, such event occurs, you can fix the security plug-ins and re-host the website.
Due to hacking, the website data will be stolen, loss of traffic to the site and so on. Though the web host server is secure, the responsibility lies on you to ensure your website is safe from hackers. You can always install security plug-ins in the CMS and build a firewall to keep the site safe.
Hackers gain access to your site by placing a Trojan, virus or key logger on your PC. Use virus scans, clear histories, secure your passwords and be aware of general security issues. Do not use public computer to login to your account.
Delete the directory files and database that are not in use. Website can be hacked using these files.
Update the scripts and software used to new version, as the technology involved is advanced and this helps to fix the bugs if any. This helps a great deal in maintaining your website.
If you are using HTTP or FTP protocol for website access, don’t enter the admin credentials in a Windows authentication popup window. HTTP and FTP protocols are not full-proof and hacking into a data transmission is easier. Whenever possible, use HTTPS and SFTP to encrypt the transmitted data.
Take the backup of your website files regularly. In case, such event occurs, you can fix the security plug-ins and re-host the website.
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