Server-level security is crucial for WordPress sites, complementing plugin-based security. Optimizing server security provides a strong foundation that protects against threats before they reach WordPress.
Server security layers for WordPress
1. Firewall configuration
Web Application Firewalls (WAF) protect against:
- SQL injection attacks
- Cross-site scripting (XSS)
- Brute-force login attempts
- Malicious file uploads
2. DDoS protection
Distributed Denial of Service protection prevents:
- Traffic floods
- Server overload
- Service disruption
3. Malware scanning
Automated scanning detects and removes:
- Infected files
- Suspicious code
- Backdoors
Essential server security measures
- SSL/TLS encryption – Encrypt all data in transit
- Regular updates – Keep server software current
- Strong passwords – Enforce password policies
- Two-factor authentication – Add extra login security
- File permissions – Restrict file access
- Database security – Secure MySQL/MariaDB
WordPress-specific server optimizations
1. PHP security
- Use latest PHP version
- Disable dangerous functions
- Configure php.ini securely
2. File system protection
- Protect wp-config.php
- Restrict wp-admin access
- Monitor file changes
3. Database security
- Use strong database passwords
- Limit database user permissions
- Regular database backups
Security monitoring
Continuous monitoring helps detect:
- Unauthorized access attempts
- Suspicious file modifications
- Unusual traffic patterns
- Performance anomalies
iServerGo WordPress server security
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- Web Application Firewall – Protects against common attacks
- DDoS protection – Mitigates traffic floods
- Malware scanning – Automated detection and removal
- SSL certificates – Free SSL included
- Regular updates – Server software kept current
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Alex, Senior SRE is a hosting infrastructure specialist with years of experience managing mission-critical workloads. This article reflects real-world expertise in Security and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy.
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