Atomic Edge Security – Firewall, Malware Scan and Login Security vs Safe Sites

Atomic Edge Security is a WordPress firewall plugin that protects your site with cloud-based WAF rules, malware scanning, 2FA, vulnerability checks, IP blocking, and real-time security logs. It blocks malicious traffic before it reaches WordPress while giving site owners firewall controls directly inside the WordPress admin. WordPress Firewall Protection Atomic Edge includes a cloud-based WordPress firewall that helps block malicious traffic before it reaches your website. The firewall protects against common attacks such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), local file inclusion, remote file inclusion, brute-force login attempts, and suspicious bot activity. Web Application Firewall (WAF) The Atomic Edge WAF uses OWASP Core Rules and WordPress-specific security rules to protect high-risk areas such as wp-login.php, wp-admin, XML-RPC, REST API endpoints, vulnerable plugin paths, and common exploit patterns. Features Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) – Protect WordPress logins with TOTP authenticator apps (Google Authenticator, Authy, etc.) 2FA Enforcement Policies – Require 2FA for specific user roles with configurable grace periods 2FA Audit Logging – Complete security audit trail for all 2FA events Adaptive Defense – AI-powered threat detection that automatically identifies and blocks malicious actors Web Application Firewall (WAF) – Block SQL injection, XSS, and other attacks with OWASP Core Rules Content Delivery Network (CDN) – Serve static assets from global edge servers for faster page loads Real-time Analytics – Monitor traffic, blocked threats, and security events in real-time IP Access Control – Easily whitelist or blacklist IP addresses and CIDR ranges Geographic Blocking – Block or allow access based on visitor country Malware Scanner – Scan WordPress files for modifications and suspicious code patterns Vulnerability Scanner – Check WordPress core, plugins, and themes for known vulnerabilities (requires Atomic Edge connection) WAF Log Viewer – See exactly what threats are being blocked WP-CLI Integration – Run security scans from the command line How It Works Sign up for an Atomic Edge account at atomicedge.io Add your site to Atomic Edge and get your API key Install this plugin and enter your API key Manage your security settings directly from WordPress Vulnerability scanning is available when connected and uses Atomic Edge’s vulnerability data feed. Requirements PHP 7.4 or higher WordPress 5.8 or higher An Atomic Edge account (free tier available) OpenSSL PHP extension External Services This plugin connects to external services provided by Atomic Edge to deliver WAF, CDN, and security features. Below is a detailed explanation of each service, what data is transmitted, and when. Atomic Edge API The primary external service this plugin connects to is the Atomic Edge API at https://dashboard.atomicedge.io/api/v1. What it does: * Manages your site’s Web Application Firewall (WAF) settings * Retrieves real-time analytics and traffic data * Fetches WAF security logs showing blocked threats * Manages IP whitelist/blacklist and geographic access controls * Retrieves CDN configuration and status * Provides vulnerability scanning data for WordPress core, plugins, and themes * Powers the Adaptive Defense AI-powered threat detection system What data is sent: * Your site’s API key (for authentication) * IP addresses you add to whitelist/blacklist * Country codes for geographic blocking rules * CDN optimization settings (asset types, minification preferences) * Site URL and domain information * Adaptive Defense settings and blocked IP information When data is sent: * When you save settings in the plugin admin pages * When you view analytics or WAF logs (to fetch data) * When you run a vulnerability scan * When you manage IP access control rules * When Adaptive Defense checks or updates threat status * Background sync of CDN settings (when CDN is enabled) Service links: * Service website: https://atomicedge.io * Terms of Service: https://atomicedge.io/terms-of-service * Privacy Policy: https://atomicedge.io/privacy-policy Malware Signature API The malware scanner fetches signature patterns from a public API endpoint. What it does: * Provides up-to-date malware detection signatures * Allows scanning without requiring an API key What data is sent: * No personal or site-specific data is sent * Only a GET request to retrieve signature patterns When data is sent: * When you initiate a malware scan (if cached signatures have expired) * Signatures are cached locally for 24 hours Service links: * This service is provided by Atomic Edge (same terms and privacy policy as above) Data Storage All API responses are cached locally using WordPress transients to minimize external requests. Malware signature data is cached for 24 hours. Analytics data is fetched fresh on each page load but displayed quickly via JavaScript pagination.

Safe Sites provides advanced security features to help keep your WordPress website safe from threats. With real-time monitoring, detailed security insights, and easy-to-use permission management, you can ensure your site is always protected. Key Features Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) – Secure your login with TOTP-based 2FA. Smart File Permission Control – Easily manage file permissions based on your server type (Windows/Linux). Visual File Permissions Map – See a color-coded structure of your site’s file security. Malware Scanner – Analyze your domain, URLs, and HTML security headers for vulnerabilities via VirusTotal. Security Dashboard – View a complete overview of your site’s security health. Plugin & Theme Security – Detect vulnerabilities in plugins and themes and receive alerts. Login & User Security – Monitor login attempts and manage user sessions. Site Hardening – Apply recommended security tweaks to your WordPress installation. Code Signing – Verify the integrity of your plugin files. Detailed Features General Security & Server Health: SSL Status – Check if SSL is active for secure connections. Site Health & Server Info – Displays PHP version, database version, and server details. Panic Mode – Quickly lock down your site in case of an emergency. Access & User Security: Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): TOTP Support – Use Google Authenticator, Authy, or any TOTP app. Configurable for All Roles – Require 2FA for specific user roles. Backup Codes – Generate backup codes for emergency access. Login Monitoring – Track failed login attempts and monitor user activity. Security Monitoring & Protection: File Permissions Management: Windows Servers – Show file read/write permissions. Linux Servers – Display numeric file permissions along with current and recommended settings. Fix Permissions – Select files and fix incorrect permissions directly. Visual File Permission Map – Interactive file structure with security indicators. Hardening – One-click security hardening for common WP vulnerabilities. Code Signing – Ensure plugin files haven’t been tampered with. Malware & Security Scanner: Domain & URL Analysis – Scan domain and URLs for malware using VirusTotal API. Security Header & DNS Scan – Check security headers and DNS settings. Alert System – Receive alerts for detected threats. WordPress Management & Security: Plugin & Theme Security: Vulnerability Scanner – Check for known security flaws. Inactive Plugin Alerts – Warns about inactive components that pose risks. Security Dashboard – A centralized panel for all security settings. External Services Used Safe Sites relies on the following third-party services for security analysis and malware detection. Below is a detailed breakdown of what each service does, what data is sent, and where you can review their policies: 1. VirusTotal API Purpose: Used to scan domain, URLs, and file hashes for malware detection and security threats. What data is sent & when? – When a user initiates a manual malware or URL scan, the plugin sends the target URL or domain to VirusTotal for analysis. – No user private data is sent—only the target URLs/domains or hash values of files are transmitted. Terms of Service & Privacy Policy: – VirusTotal Terms of Service – VirusTotal Privacy Policy