WordPress has grown in popularity since it was first launched in 2003 as a blogging platform. Today is accounts for 22% of all new websites created. It has a growing community of plugin and theme developers that help to give it new looks, styles, and functionality. It has also become a popular playground for hackers to wreak havoc on sites that aren’t properly secured.

WordPress has few security systems in place and presents multiple opportunities for hackers. This presentation will highlight 5 basic tips to secure your WordPress web site and keep hackers out.