CloudAware

This plugin adds auditing functionality to WordPress. It does this by adding extra 
REST API endpoints. Using these endpoints it is possible to: 
– see the version of core 
– see whether there is an update available for core 
– see what plugins are installed 
– see whether these plugins have been actived 
– see whether these plugins have autoupdate enabled 
– see whether these plugins have updates 
– see a list of vulnerabilities for these plugins 
– see what themes are installed 
– check if 2FA is enabled 
– see MD5 hashes of all theme and plugin folders
For installations where the RESTAPI is disabled, the plugin can also push this information to an endpoint. 
This will work for installations that are behind a geoblock or have no RESTAPI. To disable this, remove the 
cronjob.
<h3>Dependancies</h3>
For getting vulnerabilities of WordPress components this plugin can use the WPVulnerability plugin 
(https://wordpress.org/plugins/wpvulnerability/). If this plugin is installed, it will be used, otherwise this plugin 
will work without the information from WPVulnerabilty plugin. 
Without installing this dependancy no data is transferred to WPVulnerability. Please see https://www.wpvulnerability.com/privacy/ 
for more information.
<h3>External services</h3>
In order to determine the latest version of installed software components this plugin uses the following 
external services: 
GitHub 
Terms of Service: https://docs.github.com/en/site-policy/github-terms/github-terms-of-service 
Privacy Statement: https://docs.github.com/en/site-policy/privacy-policies/github-general-privacy-statement 
– Releases list from ImageMagick github repository (https://api.github.com/repos/ImageMagick/ImageMagick/releases) 
– Releases list from curl github repository (https://api.github.com/repos/curl/curl/releases) 
Slider Revolution 
Terms of Service: https://www.sliderrevolution.com/terms/ 
Privacy Statement: https://www.sliderrevolution.com/terms/privacy/ 
– Changelog documentation from Slider Revolution website (https://www.sliderrevolution.com/documentation/changelog/)
Apart from the usual headers (ip-address, UserAgent) used in a GET request no other information is send to these services. 
Specifically no version information is transmitted to external services.
If you fill out an external url in the callback URL field in the settings, a WordPress cronjob will send a POST request 
with the audit data to this URL daily.

CloudAware Security Audit

This plugin adds auditing functionality to Wordpress.

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Guard Dog Security & Site Lock helps WordPress administrators keep their installations clean and secure.
Over time, it’s common for orphaned plugin or theme folders to build up in your wp-content directory. These stray folders may be the result of incomplete uninstallations, leftover files from updates, or abandoned code that was never fully removed. While they might seem harmless at first glance, they can create confusion, waste storage space, and in some cases pose a serious security risk.
Hackers often exploit these forgotten folders by hiding backdoors or malicious scripts inside them, knowing that site owners rarely check for or even notice such files. An orphaned folder can act as an open invitation for unauthorized access, giving attackers a quiet place to operate undetected. 
By identifying and removing these unused folders, you not only keep your WordPress installation clean and organized but also close off potential entry points that could otherwise be used to compromise your site. The Guard Dog Security plugin makes this process simple, scanning your directories to uncover anything that doesn’t belong and highlighting it for review before it becomes a problem.
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One of the easiest ways for a hacked user to damage your site is by adding or changing the physical files that WordPress relies on. If attackers can place hidden scripts, modify plugin or theme files, or inject malicious code, they gain the power to compromise your entire site.
The Site Lock feature in Guard Dog Security protects against this by allowing you to lock all folders and files in your installation and make them read-only. Once locked, no new files can be added, no existing files can be changed, and nothing can be removed. This ensures that the foundation of your WordPress site remains untouched, even if someone attempts to exploit vulnerabilities or gain access.
When updates or changes are needed, you can unlock the system with a single action, perform your updates, and then reapply the lock. This simple but powerful safeguard gives you complete control over your site’s file structure and adds a layer of security that goes beyond what most WordPress plugins offer.
This plugin scans the following directories: 
– WordPress Root (main installation folder) 
– wp-content Folder (wp-content/) 
– Plugins Folder (wp-content/plugins/) 
– Themes Folder (wp-content/themes/) 
– Uploads Folder (wp-content/uploads/) 
– htaccess files 
– Database tables
Guard Dog Security takes a disk-first approach. It crawls your entire WordPress installation and inventories every single file and folder, not just plugins and themes. Everything is presented in a clear interface where you can open items to view their contents, mark them to ignore, delete them if they are not needed, or download a copy for backup or investigation.
Because it works directly from what is actually on disk, you are never limited by what WordPress shows in the admin. You can quickly spot unfamiliar files, tidy up leftovers from old plugins or themes, and pull down suspicious items for review, all without leaving the dashboard. It provides a fast and transparent way to see exactly what is on your server and take action immediately.
Key Features 
– Finds plugin folders not listed on the Plugins screen (hidden or orphaned) 
Scans for plugin folders that exist in your WordPress installation but aren’t showing on the Plugins screen. 
– Detects missing plugin folders referenced by active or installed plugins 
Identifies when active or installed plugins are missing their associated folders. 
– Lists top-level folders and files in key WordPress directories 
Displays top-level files and folders within critical WordPress directories for easy auditing. 
– Fully lock all folders and files to make them read only 
Lets you make all folders and files read-only for maximum protection. 
– Configure security headers 
Adds and manages HTTP security headers to harden your site against common threats. 
– Configure user security 
Provides settings to strengthen account and login security for WordPress users. 
– Infection scanner 
Scan all site files to find any suspicious files 
– Zero configuration setup 
Enable scheduled scans to find any suspicious files and send you an email report 
– As many emails receipts as you like 
Works right after install and activation—no complex setup required.

Guard Dog Security & Site Lock

Audit your site to keep WordPress clean and secure. Enable our one-of-a-kind SITE LOCK to give your site the ultimate security.

CloudAware Security Audit vs Guard Dog Security & Site Lock