How to Perform a Security Audit for Your Website
Table of Contents A website security audit is essential for identifying vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance with security standards, and protecting sensitive data from cyber threats. With the rise in hacking attempts, malware infections, and data breaches, regularly auditing your website helps mitigate risks and safeguard user trust. A security audit involves evaluating a website’s infrastructure, identifying […]
How Request Flow works in the web server
Table of Contents 1. User Request A user accesses https://yourdomain.com, sending an HTTP(S) request. 2. Cloudflare DNS & CDN Handling Cloudflare DNS resolves yourdomain.com to your EC2 public IP. If enabled, Cloudflare Proxy (CDN & WAF): Blocks malicious traffic (via Cloudflare WAF). Caches static assets (reducing requests to your server). Forwards allowed requests to your […]
Security Measures for PHP & MariaDB Web Applications on cPanel (AWS/Dedicated Servers)
Table of Contents Since you’re developing custom web applications using PHP and MariaDB on cPanel, hosted on AWS or dedicated servers, security is crucial. Below are key areas to focus on: 1. Server-Level Security 2. PHP Application Security 3. MariaDB Security 4. Web Server Security 5. cPanel & Backup Security Best Tools to Check Security
Enhancing Your Cybersecurity of cPanel with Two-Factor Authentication
In today’s digital landscape, cybercriminals are becoming increasingly intelligent and resourceful. As a result, traditional passwords are proving to be less effective at keeping intruders at bay. Enhancing your password security by including capital letters and symbols is advisable, but even with these precautions, hackers can still access sophisticated hardware and software, and may attempt […]
Hacker targets a website, the potential harm to the website owner
When a hacker targets a website, the potential harm to the website owner can be significant and multifaceted. The range of possible damages spans from minor inconveniences to devastating losses, affecting both the tangible and intangible assets of a business or individual. Here are some of the key ways a hacker can harm a […]
Advantages of SSL certificates for website
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificates provide several key advantages for websites, enhancing security, credibility, and performance in various ways: Encryption: SSL certificates encrypt the data transmitted between a user’s browser and the website, making it difficult for hackers to intercept and steal personal information, such as credit card numbers, login details, and personal data. Authentication: […]
Why do we need a firewall for cybersecurity?
A firewall is a network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing traffic based on predefined security rules. It acts as a barrier between an internal network and the internet, ensuring that only authorized traffic can pass through. Firewalls can be hardware or software-based and are essential for cybersecurity. The importance and […]
