Ads are everywhere. They generate revenue for site owners and can present related content to the website being visited. As detailed in previous articles, bad actors often take advantage of that functionality. Quite often rogue ad networks will be used to pull down malicious content, but recently we’ve seen a campaign where the threat actors […]
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Indonesian Gambling Redirect Hiding in Plain Sight
Many pieces of malware found over the years have been complex and difficult to find. Attackers often obfuscate their code to make it harder to track. Some pieces of malware require extensive reviews to uncover. But in other instances, that is not always the case. Threat actors find new ways to inject malware to avoid […]
Fake “Fix It” Pop-Ups Target WordPress Sites via Malicious Plugin to Download Trojan
In our recent investigation, we discovered a new malware campaign targeting WordPress sites through a fake plugin, universal-popup-plugin-v133, which delivers deceptive browser fix pop-ups. This malware leverages social engineering tactics to deceive visitors into downloading malicious files, compromising their systems. Type of website impacted and the scope of infection We reported a similar fake browser […]
WooCommerce Security Essentials for Store Owners
Running a WooCommerce store is awesome for your business – it opens up a whole world of opportunities. But let’s be honest, it also comes with some security risks. We’re talking about hackers trying to swipe customer data and nasty malware that could take your website down. Protecting your online store isn’t just about keeping […]
Unraveling Authentication and Authorization in Web Security
Authentication and authorization – they sound alike, often get used interchangeably, and are absolutely crucial for web application security. But let’s be real, getting them right can sometimes feel like navigating a maze. Don’t worry, we’ll break down these concepts, highlight common vulnerabilities, and arm you with best practices to keep your applications secure. Authentication […]
WordPress Vulnerability & Patch Roundup September 2024
Vulnerability reports and responsible disclosures are essential for website security awareness and education. Automated attacks targeting known software vulnerabilities are one of the leading causes of website compromises. To help educate website owners about potential threats to their environments, we’ve compiled a list of important security updates and vulnerability patches for the WordPress ecosystem this […]
How to Know if Your Website Is Hacked
Whether you manage a gaming blog, an e-commerce platform, or an enterprise-level website you probably want to be able to detect infections when they occur. A hacked website can lead to financial loss, disruption of business operations, and the exposure of confidential information. The key is acting fast once you discover possible compromise. But how […]
7 Steps to Remove Malware from WordPress
If you’ve ever had your website compromised by malware, you know the sheer panic it can cause. But don’t worry, you’re not alone. More importantly it’s something you can fix! In this guide, we’ll walk you through seven essential steps to remove malware from your WordPress site. From backing up your website to removing the […]
Woo Skimmer Uses Style Tags and Image Extension to Steal Card Details
This post starts the same way many others do on this blog, and it will be familiar to those who keep up with website security: A client came to us having been notified by their payment processor that credit cards were being stolen from the checkout page of their eCommerce website. The question of course […]
SiteCheck Remote Website Scanner — Mid-Year 2024 Report
Conducting an external website scan for indicators of compromise is one of the easiest ways to identify security issues. While remote website scanners may not provide as comprehensive of a scan as server-side scanners, they allow users to instantly identify malicious code and detect security issues on their website without installing any software or applications. […]
