The method
Use this prompt in ChatGPT to conduct a WordPress security audit. Input your WordPress site details for a detailed analysis. Adapt for Gemini/Claude. Good for identifying security vulnerabilities.
The prompts
Prompt 1
Analyze the security of my WordPress website, [website address]. I am using the following plugins: [list plugins]. My current WordPress version is [version number]. Please identify potential vulnerabilities, suggest hardening measures, and provide a prioritized list of actions to improve security. Consider common WordPress attack vectors like SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and brute-force login attempts. Also, assess the strength of my current user roles and permissions setup. Provide specific recommendations for improving security based on best practices for WordPress security.
Prompt 2
I need to perform a comprehensive security audit of my WordPress website. Please provide a step-by-step guide that I can follow. Include recommendations for tools and plugins to use, as well as manual checks I should perform. Specifically, address the following areas: core WordPress files, theme files, plugin files, database security, user account security, and login security. Also, advise on how to prevent common attacks like comment spam and hotlinking. Finally, suggest ways to automate security monitoring and receive alerts about potential issues.