Hundreds of thousands ofWordPress websiteswere targeted over the course of 24 hours in a large scale cyberattack with the aim of harvesting database credentials.
The cybercriminals behind the attack were attempting to download the wp-config.php configuration files from users WordPress sites as they contain valuable information including database credentials, connection info, authentication unique keys and salts.
For more information, Check out this link NOW: https://www.techradar.com/uk/amp/news/millions-of-wordpress-accounts-targeted-in-major-cyberattack
I have found a lot of messages asking me to click on a link to get more followers, you may have received some too, but don’t click on the links!
Make sure your passwords are strong and don’t post anything personal.
If you find any messages asking to click on a link, spam them right away and permanently bin them. If someone asks you for any personal info, don’t answer and spam them.
Stay safe everyone and share this post to alert…
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Thank you for this important notification………
You are welcome Ivor. I hope that you and your site stay safe. Best, Kevin
I’ve just checked my spam…. there’s no more than normal for the last 3 weeks (220)….
Its always a joy to check one’s spam folder! I’m glad to hear that you have no more spam than normal. Kevin
I don’t understand. Can our blogs disappear?
The article is saying that an attack took place on some WordPress sites. I wouldn’t worry overly Lorraine, but its worth keeping a sharp eye out for any strange comments/people contacting you asking for information. I’m sure you wouldn’t click on any dodgy links anyway. Best, Kevin
Thanks Kevin. I have loads of Spam comments wanting me to click on links. I never click on any of them. Many of them seem to think I want sex toys 😀
Thanks for making me smile, Lorraine! I also receive some interesting solicitations in my spam folder …
I do too. And not just sex toys!!!
I find this a bit odd, Kevin – no reports from WP or in the news as far as I can see?
I agree with you Eric as regards it seeming a little odd. However the site carrying the report is, so far as I am aware a reputable source of information. In any case, stay safe online! All the best, Kevin
Thank you for informing. 👍
You are welcome.