WordPress is one of the most popular content management systems on the web, powering millions of websites. However, its widespread use also makes it a prime target for hackers. In this comprehensive course, you will learn the ins and outs of WordPress security from both offensive and defensive perspectives.

The first part of the course will focus on ethical hacking techniques specific to WordPress. You will delve into the mindset of malicious actors, learning how they exploit vulnerabilities to compromise WordPress sites. Through hands-on labs and exercises, you will master common attack vectors such as Remote Code Execution (RCE), Local File Inclusion (LFI), and brute force attacks. By understanding how hackers operate, you will be better equipped to anticipate and defend against their tactics.

In the second part of the course, you will explore strategies for hardening WordPress sites against cyber threats. You will learn best practices for securing WordPress installations, themes, and plugins. Topics covered will include configuring secure user authentication, implementing HTTPS, and employing web application firewalls (WAFs) to safeguard against known vulnerabilities. Additionally, you will learn how to conduct security audits and implement security monitoring to detect and respond to suspicious activity.

By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and skills to ethically hack WordPress sites to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses, as well as the expertise to harden those sites to mitigate the risk of exploitation. Whether you are a WordPress developer, administrator, or security professional, this course will empower you to protect WordPress sites from cyber threats effectively.