Partnered with

Many hacks happen when plugins aren't updated regularly, leaving old vulnerabilities exposed for attackers to exploit.

Just like plugins, outdated themes may have security loopholes that are no longer patched, making your site vulnerable.

Even with the best malware protection, weak or easily guessable passwords can give hackers access to your site.

Using common usernames like “admin” makes it easier for hackers to guess login credentials and gain unauthorized access.

If your password has been compromised elsewhere (e.g., in a data breach), hackers can reuse those credentials to access your site.

If your WP core files aren’t updated, they might contain vulnerabilities that hackers can exploit, despite malware protection.

Hackers can create rogue admin accounts on compromised sites, giving them long-term access to your WordPress.

Incorrect file permissions on your server can allow hackers to access or modify sensitive files that malware protection may not cover.

If your FTP or SSH credentials are weak or compromised, hackers can access your site files directly, bypassing malware protection.

If your site is vulnerable to SQL injection, attackers can manipulate your database, gaining access to sensitive data.

Downloading themes or plugins from untrusted sources can lead to installing malware or backdoors directly onto your site.

Applications integrated with WordPress, like WooCommerce or marketing tools, can have vulnerabilities that leave you open.

Many WordPress sites use APIs to connect to other services, and insecure APIs can allow attackers to gain access to your site data.

Hackers can trick users into revealing credentials or other sensitive information through phishing or other techniques.

Zero-day exploits are newly discovered vulnerabilities that haven’t yet been patched and are exploited by hackers to gain access