WordPress Site Security Audit & Repair

Job ID: 39729591

Budget: $30 – $250 AUD

Our WordPress website was recently hacked. We restored it from a backup, but new suspicious user accounts keep being created in the WordPress backend. We need a security expert to identify and fix the vulnerability.

The issue could (but not limited) be coming from:

A compromised WordPress plugin or theme

Outdated WordPress/core files

Malware or backdoors on the server (cPanel access)

What we need from you:

Audit the full WordPress installation, themes, and plugins for vulnerabilities

Scan and clean any malware, hidden scripts, or backdoors

Secure cPanel/hosting environment if needed

Remove the unauthorized user creation issue permanently. Currently de-selected on wordpress

Provide a short report on what was found, fixed, and recommendations for ongoing protection

Access Provided:

WordPress Admin

cPanel / Hosting access

Skills Required:

WordPress security & malware cleanup

PHP & MySQL knowledge

cPanel/hosting security

Familiarity with WordPress hardening practices

Deliverable:
A secure and stable WordPress site with no recurring malicious user creation, along with a summary of actions taken.