How to Scan Wordpress Plugin for Virus via VirusTotal

In this video, I show you how to scan a WordPress plugin for viruses using VirusTotal. VirusTotal is a free online virus scanner that uses over 70 different antivirus engines to detect malware. It is a great way to check for viruses in WordPress plugins, or any other type of file, before you install it on your website.

Why should you scan WordPress plugins for viruses?

WordPress plugins are a great way to add new features and functionality to your website, but they can also be a security risk. If you install a plugin that is infected with a virus, it could give the attacker access to your website and all of your data.

How to scan a WordPress plugin for viruses using VirusTotal

To scan a WordPress plugin for viruses using VirusTotal, simply go to the VirusTotal website and upload the plugin file. VirusTotal will then scan the file using all of its antivirus engines and give you a report of the results.

If VirusTotal detects a virus in a WordPress plugin, you should not install it on your website.** You should also contact the plugin developer and let them know about the virus so that they can fix it.

Conclusion

Scanning WordPress plugins for viruses is an important step in keeping your website secure. VirusTotal is a free and easy-to-use online virus scanner that can help you protect your website from malware.

Additional information

VirusTotal also offers a browser extension that makes it easy to scan links and files without having to visit the VirusTotal website. The browser extension is available for Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge.

Here are some of the benefits of using VirusTotal to scan WordPress plugins for viruses:

It is free and easy to use.
It uses over 70 different antivirus engines to detect malware.
It can scan links and files directly from your browser.
It provides a detailed report of the scan results.

I highly recommend using VirusTotal to scan all WordPress plugins before you install them on your website.

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