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    What Can You Do About Shellshock?

    August 5, 2015 — by Andreas — 0

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    The Shellshock vulnerability affects Bash across Linux, BSD and Unix variants using the shell program – dedicated server users, shared host users, and VPS users can all be affected by this problem, and need to take different actions to address it. The solution is easiest for dedicated server users, who can simply install the latest patched version of Bash.

    For those with a VPS, the solution is similar. Log in to your virtual private server with SSH and check for the Shellshock vulnerability. You can then install the patched version, bringing your installation up to date with security measures.

    If you rely on a shared server, the solution becomes more complicated. You have to rely on your web host provider to implement proper security measures. Check in with your host through their webpage, social media feeds and other news sites to see if they have published any information about a fix. Don’t be afraid to reach out and directly contact your host for more information – having a secure site is very, very important!

    Your host may have already installed a patch, or could be actively working toward a solution. Rather than worry, simply get more information. A good web host will be happy to solve the problem and let its users know that it has done so, indicating high-quality customer service.

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    Manually Disabling a WordPress Plugin When Dealing With a Malfunction

    July 22, 2015 — by Andreas — 0

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    There are a few reasons you may want to disable a WordPress plugin. Usually, getting this done is as easy as logging into your WordPress dashboard, selecting Plugins, and clicking Deactivate. This, of course, is the way to do things when all aspects of your system are working properly. However, sometimes a malfunctioning plugin may prevent you from disabling an unwanted plugin this way or even logging into the dashboard.

    To deal with this problem you will have to manually disable the problematic plugin. It may sound complicated, but with a bit of work it’s easy to manually disable the plugin and get back to using your WordPress site the way you want, free of any malfunctions.

    There are two ways to do this. First, you can disable the files, or you have the option of disabling the database entries.

    To disable the files, access your filesystem through the control panel’s file manager, FTP, or direct shell access with SSH. Navigate to /wp-content/plugins, then find the directory or folder of the plugin you wish to delete. Rename it to something different.

    Once you’ve done this you should be able to log in to WordPress.

    If you want to disable the database entry, access the databse through the command line via SSH, or through an interface like phpMyAdmin.

    Find the database table labeled wp_options, then the row labeled active_plugins.You will see the data as a string like a:1:{i:0;s:19:”badplugin/badplugin.php”;}. Change the a:1 to a:0, thus deactivating the plugin, then save your changes.

    Whatever method you choose, once the plugin is disabled you can log in, and try to fix it, or delete it and find a new one!

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    Are You Leaving Your Website Open to Intrusion?

    July 15, 2015 — by Andreas — 0

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    Websites are a popular target for wrongdoing, because there are so many different ways people with bad intentions can break in. You may think that you have done all you can to optimize your site for high security, but in thinking about all of the details, many website owners often forget the basic solutions to security problems. Instead of being forced to react to threats, you should focus on proactively setting up your site to toss out any problems and troublesome people before they can take hold of your data.

    There are plenty of steps you can take to promote security for your website, but there are also a few ways that you can leave your site wide open for intrusion. Before you worry about the complexities of security management for your website, ensure that you have blocked the easy ways in.

    Make sure all of your web applications are patched. Most use server-side scripting which makes it easy for people to exploit vulnerabilities and holes. Update your web apps regularly!

    If you collect user data, SSL encryption is vital for security. Encrypt the information on disk as well, if you can, for the utmost in security measures for your users.

    Keep an eye on permissions – too permissive and people can jump in when you don’t want them to. Not permissive enough, and things won’t work. Strike a balance with a focus on safety and security, so your apps will work but are not needlessly permissive. If an app is requesting too much permission it is likely not a good choice and you should search for an app with similar functionality that does not require you to give up so much of your security.

    You should also pay attention to password strength, a common web security issue. Don’t choose passwords that are easy to guess – use a variety of passwords that use numbers, letters, and other symbols for maximum security.

    By implementing these simple procedures, you will be ensuring the safety and security of your website, including data and user information. It’s easy to get started dealing with patching your site against intrusions, so don’t delay this important work!

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    Happy Midsummer!

    June 18, 2015 — by Andreas — 0

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    Miss Hosting would like to wish you all a Happy Midsummer!
    Our Support-hours during the weekend are 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Friday, Saturday & Sunday)

    Read more about Midsummer below! (From Wikipedia)
    Midsummer, also known as St John’s Day, or Litha is the period of time centered upon the summer solstice, and more specifically the Northern European celebrations that accompany the actual solstice or take place on a day between June 21 and June 25 and the preceding evening. The exact dates vary between different cultures. The Christian Church designated June 24 as the feast day of the early Christian martyr St John the Baptist, and the observance of St John’s Day begins the evening before, known as St John’s Eve.

    These are commemorated by many Christian denominations. In Sweden the Midsummer is such an important festivity that there have been serious discussions to make the Midsummer’s Eve into the National Day of Sweden, instead of June 6. It may also be referred to as St. Hans Day.

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    Buy IPv4 IPs and Get IPv6 IPs for Free!

    June 5, 2015 — by Andreas — 0

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    If you need IPv4 and IPv6 IPs then you need to check out Misshosting.com’s SEO Hosting Packages!

    Right now we have a new promotion going on, when you buy IPv4 IPs from us we will give just as many IPv6 IPs for FREE!

    So you may be asking yourself, why do I need SEO Hosting and why should I choose Miss Hosting ?

    Here are a few reasons to choose us as your SEO Hosting supplier:

    • GEO target your sites: The SE’s have long favored rankings on sites that have correct GEO location IPs for the country in which they wish to rank in, now with us you can choose any country in the world to have your IPs come from!

    • IP WHOIS records: Instead of the IPs being set as us as the owner we can now set them as our clients being the owner. The main advantage of this is that updating the SWIP or routing direct allocations would greatly improve service and prevent the IP’s from being associated with spam, this way if the net gets blocked or gets dirty it would not affect all the clients on that particular c-net only the offending IPs.

    • All your accounts under one roof for easier administration: Instead of having lots of different hosting companies and contacts, you have one hosting company and one contact. You get 1 control panel and 1 invoice instead of several different hosting bills and different control panels.

    • Spread out the risk: By putting all domains on unique IP you lower your risk of losing SE rankings if Google makes an update and you have many sites on the same IP number.

    • Bring down the cost: By having have all your accounts in the same place you can lower your costs by not having to pay multiple hosting suppliers. Our IPs start as low as $1.25!

    • Buy 1 Get 1 Free: When you purchase IPv4 addresses from us we will give you the same amount of IPv6 addresses for free! So this will eliminate the need to find a new hosting supplier in the future once everyone moves over to IPv6.

    If you are interested in getting more information on our services please visit SEO Hosting today to discover what our SEO Hosting Solutions can do for you and your clients!

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    Why E-Commerce Users Need Dedicated IP Addresses

    May 4, 2015 — by Andreas — 0

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    Believe it or not, IP addresses are a finite resource. You have likely heard about the depletion of available IPv4 addresses, and the subsequent push to get new IPv6 addresses in their place. As a result of these limitations, many web hosting providers have been offering their clients shared hosting accounts instead of dedicated IP hosting.

    Especially for e-commerce users, this can be a challenging practice. When it comes to customer relationship management, point of sale applications, or e-commerce storefronts and shopping carts, it is important to guarantee the security of logins, transactions, and your clients’ user data.

    Most customers look for SSL or TLS features when using e-commerce sites, and expect to connect with secure HTTPS.

    Unfortunately, if you want to use SSL, you cannot use a shared IP address – but luckily, your web host can probably make this happen! As an e-commerce user you should ask our host about getting a dedicated IP package as well as an SSL certificate.

    Using SSL is the best way to show your customers you care about their privacy and security, so it is well worth the effort of getting a dedicated IP address.

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    The Best Way to Change Hosting Providers

    May 4, 2015 — by Andreas — 0

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    You’re using the services of a hosting provider, so this means you’re locked in to their plan – right? Wrong! While you may have heard that it is difficult or practically impossible to change hosts, it is actually something that happens frequently in the online world.

    There are many reasons to want to change hosting providers, from problems with your current provider to a great deal with a new host. Regardless of your reason for switching, there are a few things that will make the process run smoothly.

    1. Make sure you have backed up all the website files, which is something you can do by logging in and downloading your information manually or with an FTP. Do the same for your email and any other data stored with your hosting provider.
    1. Also, when you make the switch, ensure that things are clear with the registrar with which you have registered your domain name. Changing hosting providers often means you must redirect your domains to the new web server or DNS servers, unless your registrar is the same as your current web host. You can always check in with customer support if you have trouble with this.
    1. Before finalizing the switch, take the time to consider if your desired hosting provider truly offers everything you need, from databases to software support.

    If it all looks good, go ahead and switch!

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