Hacked Site Recovery Expert -- 2
Budget: $15 – $25 CAD
I'm in urgent need of a freelancer who specializes in website hacking recovery. Recently, my website suffered from a hacking incident that resulted in it being entirely down. I'm facing a critical issue where the website not only stops functioning but also shows a "Forbidden Error 403" whenever an attempt to access it is made. My priority is to resolve these issues as quickly as possible to minimize any more damage and to protect my users' data and trust.
**Key Issues to be Addressed:**
- Immediate investigation and removal of any malicious code or backdoors left by the hacker.
- Resolving the "Forbidden Error 403" to regain access to the website.
- Ensuring the website is fully operational with all functionalities restored, especially focusing on the backend, as the current status is not up and running.
- Conducting a thorough security audit to prevent future hacks.
**Skills and Experience Required:**
- Proficient in web security and hacking recovery.
- Experienced with web development languages (PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS).
- Expertise in website hosting and server management.
- Familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS) and their common vulnerabilities.
- Ability to diagnose and repair common issues that lead to website hacking, including broken links, slow loading times, and design/layout issues.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
The ideal candidate will have a track record of successfully recovering hacked websites and improving their security posture to avoid similar incidents in the future. Experience with emergency recovery services and the ability to work efficiently under pressure will be highly regarded. Your proposal should include a brief overview of your approach to solve these issues and any relevant experiences.
**Key Issues to be Addressed:**
- Immediate investigation and removal of any malicious code or backdoors left by the hacker.
- Resolving the "Forbidden Error 403" to regain access to the website.
- Ensuring the website is fully operational with all functionalities restored, especially focusing on the backend, as the current status is not up and running.
- Conducting a thorough security audit to prevent future hacks.
**Skills and Experience Required:**
- Proficient in web security and hacking recovery.
- Experienced with web development languages (PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS).
- Expertise in website hosting and server management.
- Familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS) and their common vulnerabilities.
- Ability to diagnose and repair common issues that lead to website hacking, including broken links, slow loading times, and design/layout issues.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
The ideal candidate will have a track record of successfully recovering hacked websites and improving their security posture to avoid similar incidents in the future. Experience with emergency recovery services and the ability to work efficiently under pressure will be highly regarded. Your proposal should include a brief overview of your approach to solve these issues and any relevant experiences.