On line security is paramount to any one using the Internet, for a store owner it’s the difference between success or failure.
Some basic and essential measures you can take are to
- Rename your admin folder
- Ensure the Admin folder is SSL protected always
- Add htaccess password protection to the admin folder
- Make sure that your customers data is safe always
- NEVER store credit card details in your database (it is illegal to do this with out PCI accreditation)
- Install security contributions, these will assist you to protect against attacks
- Ensure your folders are no higher than 755, EVER.
- No file over 644 (standard) 666 for write access (should be stored in a lower directory)
- Ensure your host has protection
- Set your sessions to recreate sessions to prevent session stealing and other customers accidentally accessing another customers trail.
- Make regular back ups of your site and database, keep them well labelled and safe.
With some basic security measure you are less likely to be hacked, most are opportunists that will search for easier pickings.
I am able to check you site over and add the security measures, please contact me for pricing.
If you are serious about your online market get serious about your security. |
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