> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.midas.host/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Malware cleanup and hardening

> Identify infections and secure your site against reinfection.

## Detect

* Scan files with the built‑in malware scanner.
* Check modified dates and suspicious plugins/themes.

## Clean

* Replace core files from official sources.
* Remove unknown plugins/themes.
* Change all passwords.

## Harden

* Enable WAF/Firewall.
* Keep everything updated.
* Use least‑privilege access.