How to Protect Your Site From Malware
Using a Firewall is the best way to protect your WordPress site from malware.
A WordPress firewall plugin acts as a shield between your website and incoming traffic. It monitors all your website traffic and blocks any suspicious visitors to mitigate security threats even before they reach your site. By blocking suspicious visits, a firewall plugin helps you keep your server load in control and make sure that your website has good uptime.
A firewall plugin also helps you speed up your website and boost WordPress performance.
There are two common types of WordPress firewall plugins: