Security vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins continue to rise year on year. The attack surface grows with every new plugin installed, and every plugin left unupdated.
Self-hosted CMS platforms like WordPress and Joomla are powerful tools, but they require ongoing maintenance to stay secure. With over 58,000 free WordPress plugins and tens of thousands more available commercially, it’s not surprising that vulnerabilities are on the rise. What’s more concerning is that 77% of known flaws are exploitable, meaning attackers already have the tools to take advantage of them.
If your website developer hasn’t shown you how to keep your site updated and secure, or handed it over with clear guidance on what needs ongoing attention, then they haven’t done the job properly.
Security isn’t just about patching things after they break – it’s about building a solid foundation from the start. That means:
- Choosing reputable plugins and themes
- Keeping your CMS, plugins and extensions up to date
- Installing SSL certificates and configuring HTTPS
- Using strong passwords and two-factor authentication
- Setting up automated backups and monitoring tools
- Hosting on secure, well-maintained infrastructure
While we can assist with restoring compromised websites, our priority is helping clients build secure, well-maintained sites that are designed to prevent issues before they arise. Prevention is always better than cure, especially when it comes to protecting your reputation, customer trust and search visibility.
Need help securing your WordPress or Joomla site? Visit our Cyber Security & Safety service page or get in touch.
