Posts by Jakob Ward
Plugin Enforcement & Monitoring Enhancements
Version 1.4.2 / Security & Compliance OverviewExpanded plugin integrity and monitoring systems across all WordPress environments.This update finalizes the integration between the Hostbotica Plugin Audit and Plugin Blocklist MU-plugins, ensuring that all plugin actions are both traceable and compliant with Hostbotica’s security policies. Highlights NotesThese updates strengthen Hostbotica’s WordPress governance model, ensuring consistency between automated…
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Version 1.3.4 / System & Security Enhancements OverviewThis update addresses upstream Red Hat advisories mirrored in AlmaLinux 9/10 and focuses on critical security updates for database, kernel, and container environments across all Hostbotica production nodes. Highlights Notes
Read MoreInfrastructure & Cloudflare Updates
Upgraded Primary External Data Lines to ProviderEnhanced upstream network capacity and redundancy to improve connection stability. CRON Log and Schedule CleanupStandardized task intervals (1→5 minutes) and optimized log rotation for systemd journals. Cloudflare UpdatesReduced NGINX load by offloading XML-RPC traffic management through Cloudflare rules. Version 1.4.1 / Network Infrastructure
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Plugin Activity MonitorCreated and deployed a MU-plugin for real-time plugin activation and deactivation tracking. Version 1.4.0 / WordPress Automation
Read MoreNGINX Configuration & Security Headers
Updated Configuration for All WordPress SitesUnified NGINX settings across all installations for consistent performance. Added Global Security HeadersUpdated CSP, X-Frame-Options, and X-Content-Type-Options headers for improved protection. Version 1.3.9 / Security & Optimization
Read MoreMigration & Branding Updates
Primary Backup Migration to StarbaseMigrated primary backup operations from Windows to Starbase for improved reliability and speed. Logo Updates and StandardizationDeployed unified branding and logo assets across all WordPress installations. AlmaLinux 10 Deployment Series Version 1.3.8 / System Migration
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Email Header and Footer TroubleshootingResolved formatting inconsistencies in automated system emails. Project Management and CommunicationsImproved internal tracking and documentation for infrastructure projects. Application Migration from Default PackageMigrated applications from legacy E19 hosting configurations to Hostbotica’s modular platform. Version 1.3.7 / Application & Process
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WordPress SEO CleanupRefined Yoast and schema settings for improved rich result visibility. Sitemap Delivery to Google Search ConsoleVerified XML sitemap indexing and search coverage across hosted WordPress sites. SELinux Reenabled on All ServersReinstated SELinux enforcement on all production nodes to strengthen system security. Version 1.3.6 / SEO & Security
Read MoreEnhanced SELinux Security Policies
Strengthened our server security posture by refining SELinux implementations across all production nodes. Version 1.3.1 / Security & Compliance
Read MoreGeo-Based Security Rules
Added a “United States Traffic Allow” rule under Security → Security Rules. Version 1.3.0 / Network Infrastructure
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