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class_api.php

Hackers are constantly on the lookout for files like class_api.php are often primary targets. These types of files, especially those named in ways that suggest they handle application logic or interact with APIs, are attractive to attackers because they might… Continue Reading class_api.php

actuator

The actuator endpoint is commonly associated with applications that use the Spring Boot framework, which is popular in Java-based development. This endpoint provides various application management and monitoring functionalities that can be incredibly useful for developers but, if left unsecured,… Continue Reading actuator

mah.php

mah, mah.php, php

Files with unusual names like mah.php could be created by users, plugins, or—more worryingly—by malicious actors attempting to introduce vulnerabilities. I'll base this article on the assumption that mah.php represents a hypothetical PHP file that might be introduced into WordPress… Continue Reading mah.php

sellers.json

json, sellers, sellers.json

An article on sellers.json, its origin, purpose, potential vulnerabilities, example code, protection methods, and recommended security tools. Introduction to sellers.json What is sellers.json?The sellers.json file is a standardized JSON file format introduced by the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) for online… Continue Reading sellers.json

ajax-actions.php

ajax-actions, ajax-actions.php, php

The ajax-actions.php file is common in WordPress and other CMS setups for handling AJAX requests, but its open accessibility and direct interaction with the server make it a target for hackers. Introduction to ajax-actions.php What is ajax-actions.php?The ajax-actions.php file is… Continue Reading ajax-actions.php

file.php

file, file.php, php

file.php, its role, vulnerabilities, security risks, and methods to protect it from hackers. The generic name "file.php" can make it particularly vulnerable, as it's often used in various contexts within web applications, especially in content management systems like WordPress, Joomla,… Continue Reading file.php

css.php

css, css.php, php

This file is sometimes used in WordPress themes to dynamically generate CSS based on user settings, but like any PHP file, it can be targeted by hackers. Let’s break it down into detailed sections. Origins and Purpose of css.php Introduction… Continue Reading css.php

themes.php

php, themes, themes.php

The Origins and Purpose of themes.php Introduction to themes.phpIn WordPress, the file themes.php is an integral part of the theme system, designed to control the appearance and layout of a website. It often houses configuration details for a site’s theme… Continue Reading themes.php

plugins.php

php, plugins, plugins.php

The plugins.php file is commonly associated with content management systems (CMS), especially WordPress, where it plays a critical role in managing website functionality. This file is integral to the plugins system in WordPress and is also a potential target for… Continue Reading plugins.php

WSOEnigma.php

php, WSOEnigma, WSOEnigma.php

This file known as WSOEnigma.php is commonly associated with malicious hacking practices and, specifically, is often linked to what is known as a "web shell." A web shell allows remote access to a web server, enabling attackers to execute commands… Continue Reading WSOEnigma.php

wp-admin.php

admin, php, wp, wp-admin, wp-admin.php

Why are hackers trying to exploit wp-admin.php wordpress file, what information could be retrieve from this file. Feel free to continue reading for more information about wp-admin.php and it's purpose . What is wp-admin.php? The wp-admin.php file is one of… Continue Reading wp-admin.php

function.php

function, function.php, php

The function.php file is a common component in many PHP-based applications, particularly within the WordPress ecosystem. Its primary role is to define custom functions that extend the functionality of a website or application. However, due to its critical nature and… Continue Reading function.php