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How to Disable XML-RPC and Block REST API User Enumeration in WordPress

Disable XML-RPC, block REST API user enumeration, and stop ?author= redirects with exact PHP hooks, Apache/.htaccess, and Nginx config examples.

Varun Dubey · April 30, 2026 · 14 min read

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WordPress Login Security: Rate Limiting, Custom URL, and Brute Force Protection

Harden WordPress login with PHP rate limiting via transients, a custom login URL using rewrite rules, Application Password controls, and TOTP 2FA. No plugins required.

Varun Dubey · April 30, 2026 · 14 min read

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Wordfence Weekly: 450K WordPress Sites at Risk (Perfmatters, Ninja Forms, MW WP Form)

Three major WordPress plugin vulnerabilities disclosed in early April 2026, Perfmatters (200K sites), Ninja Forms File Upload (50K sites), and MW WP Form (200K sites). What each vulnerability does, whether your site is affected, and the patched version numbers.

Varun Dubey · April 14, 2026 · 14 min read

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400,000 WordPress Sites at Risk: How to Check and Fix the Ally Plugin SQL Injection

A critical unauthenticated SQL injection vulnerability in the Ally accessibility plugin puts 400,000 WordPress sites at risk. How to check if you're affected, how to update, and what to do if you were already compromised.

Varun Dubey · March 22, 2026 · 14 min read

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7 WordPress Security Mistakes Even Experienced Developers Make

Even seasoned WordPress developers make predictable security mistakes: nonce misuse, missing capability checks, SQL injection via $wpdb, incorrect file permissions, debug mode in production, no direct file access protection, and gaps in sanitization and escaping. This guide shows each mistake with the wrong pattern and the correct fix.

Varun Dubey · March 11, 2026 · 14 min read

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How to Protect Your WordPress Site from Malware and Crypto Miners (Complete Guide)

A practical guide for developers and site owners on hardening WordPress against malware infections and crypto mining scripts - covering server hardening, file monitoring, mu-plugin security, wp-config hardening, malware detection techniques, and signs your site has been compromised.

Varun Dubey · March 11, 2026 · 14 min read

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WordPress Vulnerability Roundup: February 23 to March 1 (Analysis and Action Items)

Weekly analysis of WordPress vulnerabilities reported between February 23 and March 1. Covers critical and high-severity issues, affected plugins, CVE details, and the action items site owners need to take immediately.

Varun Dubey · March 11, 2026 · 14 min read

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WordPress .htaccess Tweaks for Security and Performance

The .htaccess file is the most powerful configuration file available on Apache-based WordPress hosting. Every request to your site passes through it before WordPress … Read more

Varun Dubey · February 22, 2026 · 14 min read

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wp-config.php Tweaks: 15 Hidden Settings Every WordPress Developer Should Know

The wp-config.php file is the most powerful WordPress configuration file, but most developers only use it for database credentials and debug mode. Buried in … Read more

Shashank Dubey · February 19, 2026 · 14 min read

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800K Sites Exposed: WPVivid Vulnerability Fix Guide

Critical WPVivid vulnerability (CVE-2026-1357) affects 800K WordPress sites. Check if you're exposed, fix steps, WP-CLI audit commands, and security hardening tips.

Varun Dubey · February 16, 2026 · 14 min read

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What Is the Best Tool to Scan WordPress Site? Top Options Compared

Ensuring the security of your WordPress website is crucial in today’s digital landscape. One effective way to maintain your site’s integrity and protect it … Read more

Shashank Dubey · September 23, 2024 · 14 min read

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Best WordPress Security Plugins of 2021

WordPress is the famous blogging platform in the universe. Billions of websites, involving different famous blogs are using WP as a content and blog … Read more

TweaksWp · August 26, 2019 · 14 min read

Category: Security

How to Disable XML-RPC and Block REST API User Enumeration in WordPress

WordPress Login Security: Rate Limiting, Custom URL, and Brute Force Protection

Wordfence Weekly: 450K WordPress Sites at Risk (Perfmatters, Ninja Forms, MW WP Form)

400,000 WordPress Sites at Risk: How to Check and Fix the Ally Plugin SQL Injection

7 WordPress Security Mistakes Even Experienced Developers Make

How to Protect Your WordPress Site from Malware and Crypto Miners (Complete Guide)

WordPress Vulnerability Roundup: February 23 to March 1 (Analysis and Action Items)

WordPress .htaccess Tweaks for Security and Performance

wp-config.php Tweaks: 15 Hidden Settings Every WordPress Developer Should Know

800K Sites Exposed: WPVivid Vulnerability Fix Guide

What Is the Best Tool to Scan WordPress Site? Top Options Compared

Best WordPress Security Plugins of 2021