Joomla Site Upgrade and Security Enhancement
Budget: $250 – $750 USD
We reviewed your website files and database. Your website is currently free from malware.
► The malware from the host scanreport are also addressed.
► Your website is built using Joomla. The current CMS version is 3.9.8. This is outdated version and contains security issues.
► The latest stable releases is 6.1.2. Please work with your developer to update the CMS to the latest stable release without breaking the site functionality.
Follow-up Steps:
Now that the website is malware-free, we strongly recommend performing a security audit on your end to ensure your website is secure and protected against any future malware attacks.
# Update outdated passwords - Now that your site is clean, it's a great idea to update your hosting password and the password for any admin users for your website. While reviewing admins, we recommend removing permissions for any user who no longer needs admin-level permissions.
# Clear the cache data - After successfully removing malware from a website, it's crucial to clear the cache to ensure complete eradication of any lingering threats. The cache stores temporary data, including fragments of the malware, which can potentially re-infect the site if left unchecked. By clearing the cache, you not only enhance the site's security but also improve its performance by ensuring visitors receive the latest, untainted version of your content. Think of it as sweeping away the remnants of the intrusion, leaving behind a clean digital space for your users to explore safely.
# Update PHP version- We strongly advise working with your developer to update your PHP version for the security and optimal functioning of your website. Ensuring that your website is up-to-date will help prevent any potential security breaches. Please collaborate with your developer to ensure your website is running smoothly.
Please be aware that while SiteLock Security Analysts can clean malware, and are happy to work with you to get you in the right direction, we do not perform website updates for any reason. These updates should be done regularly by the website admin. If this isn't a role that you currently have, we strongly recommend partnering with a website admin / developer to continue managing and maintaining your website updates.
► The malware from the host scanreport are also addressed.
► Your website is built using Joomla. The current CMS version is 3.9.8. This is outdated version and contains security issues.
► The latest stable releases is 6.1.2. Please work with your developer to update the CMS to the latest stable release without breaking the site functionality.
Follow-up Steps:
Now that the website is malware-free, we strongly recommend performing a security audit on your end to ensure your website is secure and protected against any future malware attacks.
# Update outdated passwords - Now that your site is clean, it's a great idea to update your hosting password and the password for any admin users for your website. While reviewing admins, we recommend removing permissions for any user who no longer needs admin-level permissions.
# Clear the cache data - After successfully removing malware from a website, it's crucial to clear the cache to ensure complete eradication of any lingering threats. The cache stores temporary data, including fragments of the malware, which can potentially re-infect the site if left unchecked. By clearing the cache, you not only enhance the site's security but also improve its performance by ensuring visitors receive the latest, untainted version of your content. Think of it as sweeping away the remnants of the intrusion, leaving behind a clean digital space for your users to explore safely.
# Update PHP version- We strongly advise working with your developer to update your PHP version for the security and optimal functioning of your website. Ensuring that your website is up-to-date will help prevent any potential security breaches. Please collaborate with your developer to ensure your website is running smoothly.
Please be aware that while SiteLock Security Analysts can clean malware, and are happy to work with you to get you in the right direction, we do not perform website updates for any reason. These updates should be done regularly by the website admin. If this isn't a role that you currently have, we strongly recommend partnering with a website admin / developer to continue managing and maintaining your website updates.
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