Integrating WAF with WordPress and Other CMS

WAF Compatibility Guarantee #

The CyberWAF Platform is built for universal compatibility. Our WAF works at the infrastructure level, meaning it secures your application regardless of whether you are running WordPress, a custom PHP application, or a static site.

Essential WordPress Security Steps #

While the WAF protects the front door, internal application hardening is still crucial:

1. Plugin Management: Only install necessary plugins. Delete unused plugins and themes immediately.

2. Regular Updates: Ensure the WordPress Core, themes, and plugins are always updated to the latest version to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities.

3. Hiding Login Page (Optional): Use a security plugin to rename the default /wp-admin login URL to reduce brute force login attempts.

Troubleshooting CMS Login Errors #

If you encounter issues logging into your CMS immediately after a WAF installation:

• Check False Positives: Refer to Article 7 and temporarily whitelist your static IP to ensure the WAF is not blocking your login attempts.

• File Permissions: Ensure your WordPress files and folders have the correct permissions (755 for folders, 644 for files).