Title: Protector – Malware Removal, Firewall &amp; Core Repair
Author: Marcello Ruoppolo
Published: <strong>7 Aprile 2017</strong>
Last modified: 31 Marzo 2026

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# Protector – Malware Removal, Firewall & Core Repair

 Di [Marcello Ruoppolo](https://profiles.wordpress.org/marcelloruoppolome/)

[Scarica](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/wp-admin-protect.4.0.1.zip)

 * [Dettagli](https://it.wordpress.org/plugins/wp-admin-protect/#description)
 * [Recensioni](https://it.wordpress.org/plugins/wp-admin-protect/#reviews)
 *  [Installazione](https://it.wordpress.org/plugins/wp-admin-protect/#installation)
 * [Sviluppo](https://it.wordpress.org/plugins/wp-admin-protect/#developers)

 [Supporto](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/wp-admin-protect/)

## Descrizione

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.

## Screenshot

 * [[
 * **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.

## Installazione

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.

## Recensioni

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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 Marzo 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.

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s=60&d=retro&r=g)

### 󠀁[Excelente](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/excelente-684/)󠁿

 [dalmirjr](https://profiles.wordpress.org/dalmirjr/) 16 Aprile 2017

Parabéns Marcello, tenho certeza que este plugin vai ajudar muito os proprietários
de websites.

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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 Aprile 2017

Plugin sem frescura, resolve o problema de maneira muito simples, configurei ele
em menos de 10 segundos.

 [ Leggi tutte le recensioni di 3 ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/wp-admin-protect/reviews/)

## Contributi e sviluppo

“Protector – Malware Removal, Firewall & Core Repair” è un software open source.
Le persone che hanno contribuito allo sviluppo di questo plugin sono indicate di
seguito.

Collaboratori

 *   [ Marcello Ruoppolo ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/marcelloruoppolome/)

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### Ti interessa lo sviluppo?

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tramite [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

 *  Versione **4.0.1**
 *  Ultimo aggiornamento **6 giorni fa**
 *  Installazioni attive **200+**
 *  Versione WordPress ** 5.0 o superiore **
 *  Testato fino alla versione **6.9.4**
 *  Versione PHP ** 7.4 o superiore **
 *  Lingua
 * [English (US)](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-admin-protect/)
 * Tag
 * [Brute Force](https://it.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/brute-force/)[firewall](https://it.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/firewall/)
   [hide login](https://it.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/hide-login/)[malware scanner](https://it.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/malware-scanner/)
   [security](https://it.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/security/)
 *  [Visualizzazione avanzata](https://it.wordpress.org/plugins/wp-admin-protect/advanced/)

## Valutazioni

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## Collaboratori

 *   [ Marcello Ruoppolo ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/marcelloruoppolome/)

## Supporto

Hai qualcosa da dire? Ti serve aiuto?

 [Chiedi nel forum di supporto](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/wp-admin-protect/)

## Donazioni

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