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7 Web Application Security Practices You Can Use

In 2020, CVE Details data shows an average of 50 new vulnerabilities were discovered each day. As such, taking steps to secure your web applications is critical to your organization’s... The post 7 Web Application Security Practices You Can Use appeared first on Hashed Out by The SSL Store™ ... Read More
CERT-IN Certificate

What is CERT-IN Certification and How to Obtain One?

Ever came across the term ‘CERT-IN certification’ and wondered about its implications on your company’s cybersecurity policies? CERT-IN, or the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team, is a government-approved organization for upholding information technology (IT) security. It was initiated in 2004 by the Department of Information Technology for implementing the provisions ... Read More
Step-by-Step WordPress Malware Removal Guide

Step-by-Step WordPress Malware Removal Guide

WordPress being so popular is often targeted by hackers. Most WordPress malware is stealthy by design and infection can go undetected for a long time. That said, common malware symptoms such as WP redirect hack, WP admin hack, etc leave palpable traces like a redirecting website or a locked admin ... Read More
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A Complete Guide on CSS Injection Prevention – Examples & Steps Included

Globally, 40% of all cyber-attacks are done through code injection methodology, which shows that code injection is one of the favorite methods for attackers. So there is a fair chance that your website might also be a victim of such an attack. Just like any other cyber-attack, CSS injection is ... Read More
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A Complete Guide on Website Defacement Prevention

Did you see when Donald Trump’s website defaced by hackers during the presidential election? Or when Lenovo’s website was hacked and visitors were greeted with slideshows of bored teenagers? According to a study conducted by the University of Maryland – Every 39 seconds there is an attack on websites. Such ... Read More
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WordPress Pharma Hack: How to Fix Google Viagra Hack and Spam Results

WordPress is one of the most popular CMSs used to create websites and e-commerce stores. However, its popularity has made it a frequent target for hackers and SEO spammers. Hackers target WordPress based sites with different kinds of malware attacks and hacking attempts. One of most frequent hacking technique they ... Read More