WordPress powers over 40% of the internet, making it a frequent target for cyberattacks. While WordPress itself is a secure platform when properly managed, many WordPress websites are left vulnerable due to poor development practices and a lack of ongoing security oversight.
At Majaid Web Solutions, we regularly take over WordPress websites that were “professionally built” — yet dangerously exposed. In most cases, the problem isn’t WordPress. It’s how the site was developed, configured, and abandoned after launch.
1. The “Build It and Walk Away” Development Model
Many developers treat WordPress as a one-time project. Once the website goes live, security updates, patching, and monitoring are ignored.
WordPress is not static software. It requires:
- Regular core updates
- Continuous plugin and theme maintenance
- Active response to newly discovered vulnerabilities
Without ongoing care, even a brand-new website can become a security risk within months.
2. Risky Plugin and Theme Decisions
Speed and cost often take priority over security. Developers may:
- Install outdated or poorly maintained plugins
- Use bloated page builders unnecessarily
- Deploy pirated (“nulled”) themes and plugins
Each plugin added to a website increases its attack surface. One vulnerable plugin is all an attacker needs to compromise an entire site.
3. Insecure Default Configurations
Many WordPress sites are launched with default settings that attackers already know how to exploit. We frequently find:
- Default admin usernames still in use
- Weak file and directory permissions
- Exposed configuration or debug files
- Unprotected login and admin areas
These are foundational security steps that should be addressed during development—but often aren’t.
4. No WordPress Security Hardening
Most WordPress builds include little to no hardening. Proper security hardening should include:
- Restricting XML-RPC access
- Limiting login attempts and brute-force protection
- Blocking PHP execution in upload directories
- Protecting REST API endpoints
- Implementing HTTP security headers
At Majaid Web Solutions, hardening is standard—not optional.
5. Zero Monitoring After Launch
Without monitoring, security incidents go unnoticed. This leads to:
- Malware spreading to visitors
- Google blacklisting and SEO damage
- Hosting account suspensions
- Loss of customer trust
Security isn’t just prevention—it’s detection and response. Monitoring is essential.
6. Ignoring Hosting and Server-Level Security
True WordPress security goes beyond plugins. Many developers overlook:
- Server configuration and PHP version control
- Database access restrictions
- Firewalls and intrusion prevention
- Secure backups and recovery plans
A poorly secured server can compromise even the best-built WordPress site.
7. No Accountability When Things Go Wrong
When a WordPress site is hacked, business owners often discover that security was never part of their developer’s responsibility. The result is downtime, lost revenue, and emergency cleanup costs.
At Majaid Web Solutions, security is not an afterthought—it’s part of the relationship.
The Majaid Web Solutions Approach to WordPress Security
We believe WordPress security requires:
- Proactive updates and patching
- Continuous vulnerability monitoring
- Secure development and configuration
- Ongoing protection, not one-time fixes
WordPress is powerful, flexible, and secure — when managed correctly.
If your website hasn’t been audited recently, it may already be vulnerable.