WordPress Security in 2025: Threats, Plugins, and Zero-Trust Solutions

Security is more critical than ever as threats rise exponentially:

• AI-driven exploits are targeting weak plugins/themes
• Zero-trust security models verify every action
• Use real-time malware scanning (e.g., Wordfence)
• Enable 2FA, CAPTCHAs, and limit login attempts
• Keep plugins, core, and themes up to date

Plugin Recommendations: Wordfence, Sucuri, Solid Security, and advanced two-factor authentication.

Further Reading:
Wordfence Threat Report
Security Plugin Guide
Elegant Themes: Threat Overview
WPExpert Zero-Trust SMBs