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The Handy-Lightbox plugin for WordPress is widely used to enhance image displays. However, it has recently come under scrutiny for a critical Remote Code Execution, RCE vulnerability. This RCE WordPress vulnerability, allows attackers to control web servers running this plugin. In this article, we will explore the nature of this vulnerability, its implications, and how […]

What is Canadian Pharmacy Spam? The term "Canadian Pharmacy" refers to a prolific spam campaign. This rising threat primarily promotes male-enhancement drugs and painkillers. Despite its name, this operation is neither Canadian nor a legitimate pharmacy. A Closer Look at the Spam Campaign Canadian Pharmacy spam is not tied to a stable website. Instead, it […]

In the world of cybersecurity, PHP backdoors pose a significant threat. These malicious scripts allow attackers to access and control web servers. Recently, we intercepted a spam attempt from a compromised server using a PHP mailer backdoor. Let’s explore how these attacks work and how to protect your systems. What is a PHP Backdoor? A […]

The BitNinja 3.12.2 release focuses on improving the reliability of core security modules including Malware Detection, SSL Termination, and IP Filtering. These updates aim to ensure security definitions stay current, installations complete successfully, and our filtering logic performs efficiently. BitNinja 3.12.2 Malware Detection: Fixed a blocking issue with cron signature downloads. This ensures that the […]

The latest BitNinja 3.12.1 release includes several updates designed to enhance compatibility, improve messaging, and streamline control panel detection. These improvements continue to support a more reliable and intelligent defense system, while also making configuration and diagnostics more straightforward for server administrators. BitNinja 3.12.1 ConfigParser Parsing for LiteSpeed and OpenLiteSpeed configurations was improved. IPFilter We’ve […]

Why We Built a Chatbot for the BitNinja Console? In the fast-paced world of server security, getting answers quickly can make a real difference. That’s why we’ve launched the BitNinja Chatbot, a new tool built directly into our console interface to help you get instant support for your technical and product-related questions. While our team […]

Introduction User enumeration and guessable user accounts are critical security concerns for web applications. Attackers often exploit these vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access. Understanding how to identify and mitigate these risks is essential for developers and security professionals. What is User Enumeration? User enumeration occurs when attackers can identify valid usernames through an application’s authentication […]

What is Forum Spam? Forum spam refers to unwanted messages posted on internet forums. These posts typically contain advertisements, links to malicious websites, or trolling content. Spammers aim to get their messages in front of users who would not typically engage with such material. Types of Forum Spam Advertisements: These messages promote products or services […]

How CAPTCHA Works CAPTCHA stands for Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart. It presents challenges that are easy for humans but difficult for bots. The BitNinja CAPTCHA verification page uses different types of tests to block malicious bots effectively. The Importance of CAPTCHA Verification Implementing CAPTCHA verification can significantly reduce […]