subject: Blog Hacked - How To Prevent An Attack [print this page] Blogging is great fun but it can also cause a lot of headaches if the security is not kept tight. Today blogs are one of the main targets of spammers and hackers. No webmaster wants to log on to their site only to discover the dreaded words - blog hacked. There are certain steps you can take to reduce the risk of becoming a victim.
Today there are various methods a hacker can use to gain access to a blog. If your site has been set up in a way that allows visitors to register themselves then this facility should be switched off. You should also think about whether to do the same for the comments feature, this would depend in part on the nature of your blog.
It is possible to sign up for a webmaster service that would present you with an analysis of the visits to your portal. If any activity is adverse or strange then this would be flagged clearly for you.
It may be the case that an attack is made by adding a large number of spammy links as posts on the blog. Always take the time to check new concepts and posts that were not written by you. Take a few minutes daily to make sure there is no spam hidden in the messages.
It is vital to always be sure that the plug-ins that are used are up to date. Older versions may not be so effective at blocking spam. It is possible to set up the blogging platform so that any new updates can be downloaded automatically.
If you have been a victim of hacking in the past then you will know how important it is to regularly back up the blog. This should be done at least once a week so that if you were to fall victim to an attack you can quickly repair the site.
