XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital
XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital is an advanced security plugin for WordPress. It blocks access to xmlrpc.php for all requests except those explicitly al …
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Possibly abandoned • Last updated 385 days ago • 1 reviews
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Description
XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital is an advanced security plugin for WordPress. It blocks access to xmlrpc.php for all requests except those explicitly allowed, such as requests from Jetpack, the WordPress mobile app, and other specified services. With the latest enhancements, users can customize the list of allowed services and create custom allowances for specific IPs, URLs, or referrers directly from the WordPress admin dashboard.
Key Features:
– Blocks unauthorized access to xmlrpc.php, enhancing WordPress security.
– Allows specific services like Jetpack and the WordPress mobile app to work seamlessly.
– New settings page for managing allowed plugins and custom allowances.
– AJAX-powered options saving for a smooth user experience.
– Fully compatible with PHP 8.0+ and tested up to WordPress 6.7.2.
Whether you’re looking to secure your site or fine-tune xmlrpc.php access, XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital offers a robust, user-friendly solution.
Support
For assistance with XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital, please visit AO Digital Support or email us at [email protected].
Installation
- Download the latest version of the plugin from the WordPress plugin repository.
- Upload the entire
xmlrpc-lockdownfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory of your WordPress site. - Log in to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to the “Plugins” page.
- Locate XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital in the list and click “Activate”.
Frequently Asked Questions
The plugin blocks all requests to xmlrpc.php by default, except for those from user-specified plugins and custom allowances defined via the admin settings.
Yes, the settings page includes a “Custom Allowances” section where you can whitelist specific IPs, URLs, or referrers.
Yes, Jetpack and the WordPress mobile app are preconfigured as allowed plugins. You can manage this in the settings page.
The plugin requires PHP 8.0 or later and is tested with WordPress version 6.7.2.
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2.0
- Overhauled plugin to include an admin settings page.
- Added support for custom allowances (IPs, URLs, referrers).
- Improved compatibility with PHP 8.0+.
- Enhanced AJAX-powered saving for a seamless experience.
- Updated blocking logic for better performance and flexibility.
1.1
- Initial version.