Encountering the HTTP Error 429 can be frustrating for both website owners and users. Error 429 is an HTTP status code indicating that a user has sent too many requests in a given amount of time. Websites and servers implement Continue reading What is HTTP Error 429: Too Many Requests
Navigating the world of website security can feel like stepping into a minefield, especially when you have to navigate threats like zero-day vulnerabilities. Zero-days are security flaws that, worryingly, remain hidden from everyone involved — from dev teams and users, Continue reading What is a Zero-Day Vulnerability?
Nowadays, the term DDoS — or Distributed Denial of Service — raises the heart rate of most webmasters. Though many don’t know exactly what DDoSing is, they might be familiar with the effects of getting DDoSed: an extremely sluggish, dysfunctional, Continue reading What is DDoSing
As a webmaster, keeping your site online during large traffic spikes is what you strive for. But how can you be sure traffic spikes are legitimate? And more importantly, how do you react when they aren’t? The unfortunate reality is Continue reading How to Stop a DDoS Attack in 5 Steps
A question we frequently get from new users as they’re onboarding is: why does WordPress get hacked? Of course, this question makes sense in this context; it’s extremely frustrating to find out that your WordPress website has been compromised and Continue reading Why WordPress Gets Hacked
A 403 error can be a frustrating interruption to anyone’s day; it can lead to exasperated website visitors, even leading to lost traffic and website revenue depending on the affected page. When you (or your site visitors) encounter an unexpected Continue reading What is a 403 Error & How to Fix It
Imagine this scenario: You’re sipping a delightful cup of tea (I’m English) while catching up on the latest news when suddenly – wham! You find yourself blocked by a website, encounter a captcha verification — or perhaps your comment on Continue reading Why Your IP Address is Blocked & How to Fix It
Nowadays, the term DDoS raises the heart rate of most webmasters. Though many don’t know exactly what a DDoS attack is, they might be familiar with the effects of getting DDoSed: an extremely sluggish, shut down, or dysfunctional website. In Continue reading How to Know If You’re Under DDoS Attack
The Sucuri Firewall functions as a reverse proxy. A simple change to your DNS settings is all it takes to thoroughly filter incoming traffic to sniff and parse out bad requests from the good ones. However, these DNS changes can Continue reading Help! My Email Server Got B0rked & I Have Problems After Malware Infection!
To ensure that your web files and pages are accessible to a wide range of users with various different devices and operating systems, it’s important to use valid URL characters. Unsafe characters are known to cause compatibility issues with various Continue reading Bad Paths & The Importance of Using Valid URL Characters
Attackers are always on the hunt for vulnerable websites. Whether you have a WordPress, Magento, or Joomla website — you’ll want to take steps to keep your site and server secure. In today’s post, we’ll be outlining the top twelve Continue reading Top 12 Website Hardening Tips
At Sucuri, we’re often asked how website owners and webmasters can secure their websites. However, advice can often be too broad; different content management systems (CMS) exist in this ecosystem and each require a unique security configuration. That’s exactly why Continue reading How to Secure & Harden Your Joomla! Website in 12 Steps
Most people would agree — living in a house full of accumulated debris and unnecessary objects can create a chaotic environment, and even cause health problems. This scenario is easily applicable to your website, too. You can think of your Continue reading 7 Tips to Clean & Maintain Your Website
DDoS attacks are a growing threat for websites. But do you know how to mitigate them in their tracks? We’ll cover some essential fundamentals on stopping a DDoS attack and preventing them from happening in the future. Specifically, as a Continue reading How to Stop a DDoS Attack & Prevent Future DDoS Attacks