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How to Test WordPress Plugins for Vulnerabilities Before You Deploy
Plugins account for roughly 90% of WordPress vulnerabilities. Learn how to test WordPress plugins for security flaws in a safe environment before you deploy them to your live site.
How to Audit a WordPress Plugin's Update History Before Installing
A plugin that hasn't updated in 18 months could be abandoned code one CVE away from disaster. Learn how to audit a WordPress plugin's update history before you install it.
How to Review AI-Generated Code Before Merging It
AI-generated code can compile, pass tests, and still ship critical vulnerabilities like SQL injection. Learn a proven review process to catch dangerous AI code before it reaches production.
How to Vet AI Agents Before Giving Them Access to Your Data
AI agents don't just answer questions—they take actions on your behalf. Learn how to vet agents for security risks like prompt injection before granting them access to your data.
How to Detect New Tab Hijacker Extensions Before They Take Over
New tab hijacker extensions swap your search page for ad-laden portals that harvest your queries. Learn how to spot the warning signs and remove them before they take over your browser.
How to Run AI Models Locally: A Privacy-First Setup Guide
Keep your sensitive data off the cloud by running AI models on your own machine. This privacy-first guide walks you through setting up local LLMs step by step.
How to Verify a Cloud Backup Service's Security Before You Trust It
Your backups are only as trustworthy as the company holding them. Learn how to verify a cloud backup service's security with practical checks before you upload your most sensitive data.
How to Safely Migrate Passwords and Passkeys Between Managers
Migrating passwords was once a simple CSV export. But passkeys, backed by FIDO's no-plaintext-export rule, complicate the move between 1Password, Bitwarden, and Apple Passwords. Here's how to switch safely.
How to Vet a Chrome VPN Extension Before You Trust It
A Chrome VPN extension sees every URL you visit and can alter the sites you use. Learn how to vet one properly before trusting it with your browsing data.
How to Audit a WordPress Security Plugin Before Trusting It
The WordPress security plugin you trust to protect your site can itself become a liability. Learn how to audit a plugin's code, privileges, and reputation before installing it.
How to Fuzz Test WordPress Plugins for Vulnerabilities Before Use
A star rating won't reveal how a WordPress plugin handles unexpected input. Learn how to fuzz test plugins for hidden vulnerabilities before you install them on a live site.
How to Vet WordPress Migration Plugins Before Moving Your Site
Migrations are where sites quietly break, from mangled database links to skipped uploads and insecure tools. Learn how to vet WordPress migration plugins before you move your site.