Preventing malware is better than cleaning it up after an infection. Here are proactive steps to secure your BurjHost website.
1. Keep Everything Updated
Outdated software is the #1 cause of infections. Regularly update:
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WordPress core, themes, and plugins.
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CMS platforms (Joomla, Drupal).
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Scripts you have installed.
2. Use Strong Passwords
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Use complex passwords (uppercase, lowercase, numbers, symbols).
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Change them regularly.
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Use a password manager.
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Never use "admin" as a username.
3. Install a Web Application Firewall (WAF)
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Cloudflare: Offers a free WAF that blocks malicious traffic before it reaches your server.
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Security Plugins: For WordPress, plugins like Wordfence or Sucuri act as a firewall.
4. Disable File Editing in WordPress
Add this line to your wp-config.php file to prevent hackers from editing theme/plugin files if they gain admin access:
define('DISALLOW_FILE_EDIT', true);
5. Regular Backups
If the worst happens, a clean backup is your best recovery tool. (See Articles 35, 49).
