Cybercriminals don’t only target large companies.
The unfortunate reality is that small businesses are just as likely to be attacked and usually have fewer security measures in place. Most hackers use automated bots that scour the web looking for easy opportunities. They don’t discriminate based on the popularity of a site and are so prolific, as reported by ZD Net, that they make up 20% or more of all web traffic!
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Let’s talk about website security.
You may be thinking, “I use WordPress, one of the most popular platforms available. I’m sure they’ve got me covered.” And you’re right: the WordPress development team is doing a stellar job employing the latest security techniques to keep your site safe.
However, the software behind WordPress is only one piece of the security puzzle. You also need to consider other parts, like the login page, username, and password for your site’s admin account. Logins are often the most vulnerable piece of a site’s security armor. If you don’t have a secure login, there isn’t much that WordPress developers or security experts can do for you.
In this article, we’ll explore the ways that you can build a secure login for your site, from using a smart password to some of Jetpack’s security features.
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