Title: Protector – Malware Removal, Firewall & Core Repair Author: Marcello Ruoppolo Published: 7. apr 2017 Last modified: 31. märts 2026 --- Search plugins ![](https://ps.w.org/wp-admin-protect/assets/banner-772x250.jpg?rev=2156965) ![](https://ps.w.org/wp-admin-protect/assets/icon-256x256.jpg?rev=1789520) # Protector – Malware Removal, Firewall & Core Repair By [Marcello Ruoppolo](https://profiles.wordpress.org/marcelloruoppolome/) [Download](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/wp-admin-protect.4.0.1.zip) * [Details](https://et.wordpress.org/plugins/wp-admin-protect/#description) * [Reviews](https://et.wordpress.org/plugins/wp-admin-protect/#reviews) * [Installation](https://et.wordpress.org/plugins/wp-admin-protect/#installation) * [Development](https://et.wordpress.org/plugins/wp-admin-protect/#developers) [Support](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/wp-admin-protect/) ## Description Every day, thousands of WordPress sites are hacked. Most security plugins offer protection, but they come with a massive cost: they slow down your server with bloated features and complex settings. **Protector is different.** It is a lightweight, AI-ready security layer that turns your WordPress site into a digital fortress without compromising speed. Whether you are trying to recover a hacked site or proactively defend your business, Protector delivers enterprise-grade security that anyone can configure. With our new **1-Click Security Overview Dashboard**, you can activate all recommended protections and block 98% of automated attacks in under 8 seconds. 📖 **[Read the Official Documentation here](https://kloxstudios.com/documentation/protector/)** ### 🦠 Malware Threat Scanner & Auto-Repair Don’t just find malware; destroy it. Our deep, recursive local scanner verifies your WordPress integrity without crashing your server: * **Core Integrity Verification:** Cross-references all Core files against the official WordPress.org checksums. * ** Advanced Pattern Detection:** Detects suspicious code patterns (like `eval`, `base64_decode`,` shell_exec`) hidden in your files. * **1-Click Auto-Repair:** Found a modified core file? Click “Repair” and Protector will automatically fetch a clean, original version directly from the official WP SVN and overwrite the infected file. ### 🛡️ Login Fortress (Brute-Force Protection) Hackers relentlessly target the `wp-login.php` page. We make it disappear. * ** Secret Login URL:** Hide `wp-login.php` completely. Any unauthorized attempt will be instantly redirected to a custom URL of your choice. * **Smart Honeypots:** Inject invisible fields into your login and comment forms to trap and block spam/brute- force bots automatically. * **Block Username Scanning:** Prevent attackers from discovering your admin usernames via `?author=1` enumeration. ### 🔒 1-Click Site Hardening Lock down common vulnerabilities instantly: * **Security Headers:** Protect against XSS, Clickjacking, and MIME-Sniffing attacks with a single toggle. * **XML-RPC Control:** Disable XML-RPC completely to eliminate one of the biggest brute-force attack vectors on WordPress. * **Version Obfuscation:** Hide your WordPress version from the source code so hackers can’t target known exploits. * **Restrict REST API:** Block public access to endpoints that expose sensitive user data. ### 📊 Live Attack Log Peace of mind you can actually see. Monitor every blocked attack, triggered honeypot, and deleted malware in real-time straight from your dashboard. ### 🚀 Upgrade to KloxStudios Pro Need absolute maximum power? Protector integrates seamlessly with the KloxStudios Cloud AI. Pro users unlock Cloud AI Malware Verification for 3rd-party plugins/themes, Automatic IP Lockouts, Instant Admin Login Alerts (Email & Webhook), and 2FA. ## Screenshots * [[ * **1-Click Security Dashboard:** See your live protection status and activate shields instantly. * [[ * **Login Fortress:** Configure your secret login URL and deploy invisible honeypot traps. * [[ * **Site Hardening:** Fortify your WordPress installation against XSS and XML-RPC attacks with simple toggles. * [[ * **Advanced Protection:** Unlock enterprise-grade tools like IP Lockouts and 2FA( Pro features). * [[ * **Malware Threat Scanner:** Run deep server scans, detect infected files, and verify core integrity. * [[ * **Live Attack Log:** Watch the firewall work in real-time as it blocks malicious IPs and bot networks. ## Installation You don’t need a PhD in cybersecurity to secure your site. 1. Upload the `protector-security` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory ( or install directly via the WP Plugin directory). 2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress. 3. Navigate to the new “Protector” menu in your dashboard. 4. Click the massive yellow **“Activate Full Protection Now”** button on the dashboard for instant, 1-click security. For detailed configuration guides, visit our [Official Documentation](https://kloxstudios.com/documentation/protector/). ## FAQ ### How do I use the secret login URL? 1. Go to the “Protector” menu > “Login Fortress” tab. 2. Toggle the ‘Change your secret login URL’ option. 3. Set your ‘Secret Login Term’ (e.g., `mysecretaccess`). 4. Save changes and use your new login URL: `yoursite.com/wp-login.php?mysecretaccess`. ### What if I forget my secret term and get locked out? Don’t panic! You can temporarily disable the plugin by renaming the `protector-security` folder inside `wp-content/plugins/` via FTP or your hosting File Manager. This will instantly restore the default `wp-login.php` access. ### Will the Malware Scanner slow down my site? No! The scanner uses AJAX-based asynchronous batch processing. This means it scans your files in small chunks, preventing server timeouts and CPU spikes, even on massive websites with thousands of files. ## Reviews ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/8566def619e038c74b42ddb6f960e70fb669266c00403c355658e3fce4b76fc9? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[Esse plugin me salvou](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/esse-plugin-me-salvou/)󠁿 [marknobre](https://profiles.wordpress.org/marknobre/) 9. märts 2026 Eu estava há dias tentando resolver alguns problemas de acesso e segurança no meu site e não conseguia encontrar a solução. Instalei o Protector e em poucos minutos já estava tudo funcionando. A função de esconder o admin URL é excelente. ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/d98c0f73b63bd626a5c56ff962fefdfa0d92533ab53f9e90c00d6fd43dfbeaa6? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[Excelente](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/excelente-684/)󠁿 [dalmirjr](https://profiles.wordpress.org/dalmirjr/) 16. apr 2017 Parabéns Marcello, tenho certeza que este plugin vai ajudar muito os proprietários de websites. ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/d443ec17f8a5888823890170b06ef7a3fc82710c6f781acdd194c9a23ed30978? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[Direto ao ponto](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/direto-ao-ponto/)󠁿 [gabrielleite.ipd](https://profiles.wordpress.org/gabrielleiteipd/) 14. apr 2017 Plugin sem frescura, resolve o problema de maneira muito simples, configurei ele em menos de 10 segundos. [ Read all 3 reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/wp-admin-protect/reviews/) ## Contributors & Developers “Protector – Malware Removal, Firewall & Core Repair” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin. Contributors * [ Marcello Ruoppolo ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/marcelloruoppolome/) [Translate “Protector – Malware Removal, Firewall & Core Repair” into your language.](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/wp-admin-protect) ### Interested in development? [Browse the code](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/wp-admin-protect/), check out the [SVN repository](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/wp-admin-protect/), or subscribe to the [development log](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/wp-admin-protect/) by [RSS](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/wp-admin-protect/?limit=100&mode=stop_on_copy&format=rss). ## Changelog #### 4.0.0 * Major Overhaul: Complete UI/UX redesign with a new Security Overview Dashboard. * New: Malware Threat Scanner (verifies WP core files and detects suspicious patterns). * New: Auto-Repair modified Core files directly from WordPress.org SVN. * New: Login & Comment Honeypots to trap spam and brute-force bots. * New: Site Hardening options (Security Headers, Disable XML-RPC, Restrict REST API). * New: Live Attack Log to monitor blocked threats in real-time. * New: Quick Setup – Secure your site in 1-click. * Performance: AJAX-based batch scanning to prevent server timeouts on large sites. * Security: Added Pro Add-on architecture readiness. #### 2.7.3 * Fix: Resolved “Too Many Redirects” error by switching to wp_redirect. * Security: Added data sanitization and escaping for all inputs. * Performance: Removed all external CSS/JS dependencies (FontAwesome/Grids). #### 2.6.0 * New Security Algorithm. #### 2.5.0 * Layout improvements and new security features. ## Meta * Version **4.0.1** * Last updated **4 päeva ago** * Active installations **200+** * WordPress version ** 5.0 or higher ** * Tested up to **6.9.4** * PHP version ** 7.4 or higher ** * Language * [English (US)](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-admin-protect/) * Tags * [Brute Force](https://et.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/brute-force/)[firewall](https://et.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/firewall/) [hide login](https://et.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/hide-login/)[malware scanner](https://et.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/malware-scanner/) [security](https://et.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/security/) * [Advanced View](https://et.wordpress.org/plugins/wp-admin-protect/advanced/) ## Ratings 5 out of 5 stars. * [ 3 5-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/wp-admin-protect/reviews/?filter=5) * [ 0 4-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/wp-admin-protect/reviews/?filter=4) * [ 0 3-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/wp-admin-protect/reviews/?filter=3) * [ 0 2-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/wp-admin-protect/reviews/?filter=2) * [ 0 1-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/wp-admin-protect/reviews/?filter=1) [Add my review](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/wp-admin-protect/reviews/#new-post) [See all reviews](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/wp-admin-protect/reviews/) ## Contributors * [ Marcello Ruoppolo ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/marcelloruoppolome/) ## Support Got something to say? 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