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Are you afraid of bears? It is important to Just run faster than your neighbor!
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If a bear is chasing you, do you stop or do you run faster?
(8:32)
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Do you think securing your WordPress site is worth it?
(6:06)
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So why are they so threatening? You need to understand why people attack.
(12:16)
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So why are they attacking you? Here is a description about the various attacks you can expect.
(10:47)
Do you want to be Hacked? Do you want to be Hacked! These next lectures will help stop them.
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Lets begin securing your WordPress site in 30 minutes
(10:35)
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Go long and complex when dealing with Usernames and Passwords
(9:09)
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Password Managers are your friend....use and abuse them! - DEMO
(14:12)
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Creating something new, lets make it your Admin Account - DEMO
(6:05)
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Now it is out with the old and remove your Admin account - DEMO
(3:54)
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Auto Updating your WordPress, it is easy peezy - DEMO
(5:07)
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Auto Updates of Themes / Plugins and the deletion of plugins - DEMO
(2:17)
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Installing Security Plugins, the right thing to do! - DEMO
(11:15)
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Scanning your website for vulnerabilities, it must be done! - DEMO
(8:42)
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Protecting the web from you!
(4:02)
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Backup strategy for your WordPress site
(4:54)
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Secure WordPress in 30 minutes or less - Checklist
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Quiz
WordPress Security Extras.....You gotta have them!
Available in
days
days
after you enroll
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PreviewIf a bear is chasing you, do you stop or do you run faster? (8:32)
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StartDo you think securing your WordPress site is worth it? (6:06)
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PreviewSo why are they so threatening? You need to understand why people attack. (12:16)
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PreviewSo why are they attacking you? Here is a description about the various attacks you can expect. (10:47)
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StartLets begin securing your WordPress site in 30 minutes (10:35)
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StartGo long and complex when dealing with Usernames and Passwords (9:09)
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PreviewPassword Managers are your friend....use and abuse them! - DEMO (14:12)
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StartCreating something new, lets make it your Admin Account - DEMO (6:05)
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StartNow it is out with the old and remove your Admin account - DEMO (3:54)
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StartAuto Updating your WordPress, it is easy peezy - DEMO (5:07)
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StartAuto Updates of Themes / Plugins and the deletion of plugins - DEMO (2:17)
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StartInstalling Security Plugins, the right thing to do! - DEMO (11:15)
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PreviewScanning your website for vulnerabilities, it must be done! - DEMO (8:42)
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StartProtecting the web from you! (4:02)
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StartBackup strategy for your WordPress site (4:54)
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StartSecure WordPress in 30 minutes or less - Checklist
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StartQuiz
Your Instructor
Shon Gerber
Shon Gerber, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), CISSP and WordPress Security Expert
Shon Gerber “WordPress Security Daily” (wpsecuritydaily.com) – Providing Security Insight for WordPress websites
Background:
Chief Information Security Officer - Current
I am currently working as the CISO for a privately held global manufacturing company that deals with a wide range of security challenges form manufacturing to strong online web presence.
Security Operations Center – Supervisor - 1 Year
Worked as a supervisor within the Security Operations Center of one of the largest privately held companies in the world.Daily, our team worked to protect our company from hackers attempting to gain access to our various computer systems globally.
Senior Security Architect - 2 Years
Working for an IT service provider which customer base ranging from medium to large companies, with varying levels of security needs.Provided security consulting and from Web Applications to recommendations around secure coding practices.
Commander / Member, Air Force Red Team - 11 Years
I worked for over 10 years as a member of an Air Force Red Team (Aggressors) to target/attack government and military installations from both a network and physical perspective.Basically, I was allowed the opportunity to hack into locations and then go on site and physically break into buildings….IT WAS AWESOME! Eventually, I was given the opportunity to become the Commander of this squadron and traveled the world showing the government how to best protect their systems from individuals trying to steal their sensitive information.
Certifications
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
GIAC Legal Issues in Information Technology & Security (GLEG)
Adoptive Father of a very large family
Truly blessed to be the father of 7 children who have graced our family from the US, China and Uganda.My wife and children are my life and I my goal is to create content that can be used by anyone from having a WordPress website to their online bankin
Reviews

5 months ago Infosec Leader
Exceptionally proficient teacher, who will deliberately disclose everything to guarantee your complete understanding. I appreciated the challenges which were presented with the goal that I could have an opportunity to give it a shot for myself rather than continually following along.

3 months ago Jaysen Batchelor
This course was extremely overwhelming to jump into, however the instructor makes an extraordinary effort in showing step by step explaining you with the devices and strategies at an early stage.

1 months ago Milos Montes
Excellent course.... the instructor helped keep me wanting to continue through all the lectures.

1 months ago Alexey Brenes
This was till now the best course I have had on EH Academy. The instructor does a great job! He teaches with great interest and has a rich educational knowledge.

6 months ago Anthony Falcon
This course is really engaging and the instructor was well prepared to deliver the content effectively.

9 months ago Benjamin Major
The instructor has a strong grasp of the subject and makes the learning fun with his antics. Have enjoyed all of this instructor’s courses.

8 months ago Chad Blair
I really liked this course because the instructor uses very basic but clear models to demonstrate a concept. It really helped me get a picture of what's happening throughout the course.

4 months ago Chris Dunavan
For me this was quite quick, but deep enough, course to get detailed knowledge. This class was very well organized and delivered, I enjoyed it.

3 months ago Cristian Drincu
Excellent!! I would recommend as "A Must" for students who are seeking quality course.

2 months ago Edwin-Torres-Sanchez
This is really good, building from beginner to amateur, so far - I've taken a lot from this course and actually am using the things I learn on a daily basis in my work.

6 months ago Glen Ihrig
The course is really engaging and an experiential learning.

7 months ago Hector-Toledo
Almost done with the course. Excellent all round. The course is well structured and the pace is just correct.

1 months ago Hector-Toledo
The instructor explains clearly each point, and he is concise and to the point. He uses practical and visual approach that makes concepts easy to understand and hard to forget.

2 months ago Juan John Charles
Very engaging presentation and manages to condense a lot of information into short periods but still makes it all understandable.

1 months ago Marcus Smith