Malicious code is injected into files or database, redirecting users or displaying unwanted content.
Site Hacked – Malware Injected
Key Points: Your site is redirecting visitors, displaying spam, or has suspicious code in the backend.
Suddenly your homepage is selling crypto pills, or your visitors are getting sent to strange websites. You’ve been hacked — and now your site’s reputation (and SEO) is on the line.
🚨 Symptoms
- Strange code in header, footer, or wp-config.php
- Spammy redirects or pop-ups
- Unknown admin users or modified core files
🛠️ What to Do Immediately
- Put the site in maintenance mode
- Scan with tools like Wordfence, MalCare, or Sucuri
- Restore from a clean backup if available
- Delete unused plugins and themes — especially nulled versions
- Change all passwords (FTP, WP, DB)
💡 Prevention
Use file integrity monitoring, strong passwords, and regular security scans. Never install software from untrusted sources.