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GoDaddy Security researchers identified an alarming trend in the growing use of fake WordPress plugins to spread malware to unsuspecting website visitors. These plugins, while appearing legitimate to website administrators, secretly inject malicious code designed to trick users into downloading harmful software. This new attack vector highlights how cybercriminals are evolving their tactics, using swarms …

With more and more businesses leaning on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for new efficiencies and insights, there is a growing concern about security. According to the AI Threat Landscape Report 2024 by HiddenLayer, a staggering 77% of businesses reported AI breaches in the past year alone. These numbers justify the growing concern for the security of …

In today’s digital landscape, web applications are a core part of business operations but also prime targets for cyberattacks. As cyber threats evolve, organizations need strong security measures to protect their online assets. One key tool is the Web Application Firewall (WAF), a security solution that monitors, filters, and blocks malicious traffic between a web …

Most businesses depend on their website. Whether it advertises a product, educates customers, or engages with customers, online content is a valuable asset that can set you apart from your competitors. However, content scraping is a growing problem that threatens to undermine all your hard work.  Content scraping is the process of using bots or …

Web crawlers, also known as spiders or data crawlers, are automated bots that systematically browse the internet, collecting data from websites. They play a critical role in how search engines index web pages and  how they deliver content. Like most things on the web, some are good but others can do a lot of harm …

As the digital landscape continues to evolve, and so do the threats targeting web applications. For hosting providers, you need to protect your infrastructure as well as safeguard your clients’ data to maintain their trust. Here’s a cheat sheet to help get you started down the right security path for your safety and that of …

As a hosting provider, you know how important it is to optimize performance and deliver a seamless experience to your clients. One of the most effective strategies for achieving this is content caching. It plays a crucial role in speeding up website load times, reducing server load, and ensuring a smooth user experience. But what …

Cyber threats are more prevalent than ever and becoming more and more difficult to detect and prevent as malicious bots become more advanced and intelligent. From scraping your data to launching denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks, bots have evolved into sophisticated tools that can cause significant damage to your business. The question is, how do you protect …

Compression is a big deal in web hosting. It’s all about shrinking file sizes to make websites load faster and use less bandwidth. For hosting providers, knowing the different types of compression, how it works, and its impact can really help in delivering better services to clients. Let’s take a closer look at compression. What …

As a Hosting Provider (HSP), you’re familiar with generating SSL certificates for your clients through control panels. It’s something you do regularly to make sure clients’ websites are secure. However, adding an SSL-inspection layer in front of your web servers is an often overlooked step that can benefit you and your clients immensely, improving both …