How the Staq Firewall system works

The Staq Firewall is a state-of-the-art security solution for WordPress that was built from the ground up to suit the Staq environment.

Users and bots are blocked from our system because they have been reported as a high risk or a user has inserted wrong details repetitively. Below is a breakdown on some of our security features.

Blacklist Blocking

Staq Firewall integrates with two powerful APIs for real-time threat detection: Level 4 CleanTalk API and the IPQualityScore fraud detection API service. These APIs allow the system to access a frequently updated list of blacklisted IPs, ensuring your site is always protected against known threats. Visitors from these blacklisted IPs are automatically blocked from accessing your site.

These services are the main reason why traffic can be blocked. If a legitimate user is blocked, this KB will assist to unblock them.

Security Features

Below are some security features that we adopt out of the box:

Rate Limiting

Rate Limiting is a feature that scans through the usage of how users visit the site. If our system suspects a potential attack or suspicious activities, such as repetitive 404 Not Found errors, Staq Firewall blocks them automatically. This measure not only improves your site’s security but also enhances server performance by reducing the load from unwanted traffic.

Hide WordPress Version

Displaying your WordPress version can make your site an easy target for hackers who exploit known vulnerabilities of specific versions. Staq Firewall conceals your WordPress version number in the site’s HTML code, making it harder for attackers to identify potential weaknesses.

Remove Hints on Failed Login Attempts

By default, WordPress gives hints when a login attempt fails, indicating whether the username or password was incorrect. While this might be helpful to genuine users, it also assists hackers in their malicious attempts. Staq Firewall removes these hints, making it significantly harder for unauthorized users to gain access.

Remove Author Details from oEmbed

WordPress’s oEmbed feature can reveal author details, which can be a potential security risk. Staq Firewall ensures these details are hidden, protecting your authors’ identities and adding another layer of security to your website.

Pattern Blocking

Pattern Blocking is a proactive security measure that blocks visitors based on their hostname or IP range if they are associated with known spammers. This feature, backed by our extensive threat database, protects your site from spam and malicious attacks.

Protection Against Unauthorized Access to Sensitive Files

Certain files within your WordPress installation should not be accessed by regular users. Staq Firewall automatically blocks attempts to access these sensitive files, protecting you from potential data breaches and other security threats.

Vulnerable URL Blocking

Vulnerable URL Blocking prevents visitors from accessing sensitive links. These could be URLs that expose your site to threats or potential exploitation. Staq Firewall has almost zero tolerance for such attempts, blocking any visitor who tries to access these links.

Conclusion

Staq Firewall is a comprehensive security solution for your WordPress site. Its wide array of features is designed to provide a robust defense against a variety of threats, ensuring the safety and integrity of your website. By choosing Staq Firewall, you’re opting for a safer, more secure WordPress experience.