My Website has been Compromised
A compromised website can significantly impact your business and your customers. If your website has been breached, it’s crucial to take immediate action to minimize the damage to your brand.
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Run a Malware Scan: Use our Immunify360 to scan your device and your hosting account for malware.
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Change All Passwords: Update passwords across all devices, including your CMS (WordPress, Joomla, etc.), logins (cPanel, client area, email account, FTP, database, etc.), and ensure you use strong, unique passwords.
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Enable Two-Factor Authentication: This adds an extra layer of security to your accounts.
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Trace Back Your Actions: Investigate how the compromise occurred; it may have resulted from a newly installed plugin/theme or an upload of a malicious file.
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Reset Your .htaccess File: This can help eliminate unwanted redirects or configurations that may have been altered.
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Install a Security Plugin: Consider using a security plugin like Sucuri to enhance your website's security.
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Update Outdated Plugins and CMS: Ensure that all plugins, themes, and your CMS are up to date to protect against known vulnerabilities.
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Ongoing Security Measures: This should not be a one-time cleanup; continually secure your website to prevent future breaches.
