Empower Your DirectAdmin Hosting with cPGuard

cPGuard security addon for DirectAdmin is a lightweight, quick and powerful tool that makes life easy for web hosting companies. cPGuard provides unmatched protection against virus attacks, malware, network attacks and block bot attacks.

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Why cPGuard is the Ideal Choice for DirectAdmin Hosting

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Security Enhancements

cPGuard provides additional security measures beyond the built-in security features of DirectAdmin. It helps protect against various types of cyber threats, such as malware, viruses, and malicious activities.
Malware Detection and Removal

cPGuard includes features for detecting and removing malware from websites hosted on the server. This is crucial for maintaining the integrity of hosted websites and preventing them from being compromised.
Intrusion Detection and Prevention

cPGuard can detect and prevent unauthorized access or malicious activities on the server. It includes mechanisms to identify and block suspicious behavior, adding an extra layer of security.
Brute Force Protection

cPGuard often includes tools to mitigate brute force attacks, which involve multiple, rapid login attempts to gain unauthorized access. This helps protect user accounts and sensitive information.
CMS Bruteforce protection

Firewall Protection: cPGuard may come with a firewall that can be configured to filter and block potentially malicious traffic. This helps in safeguarding the server and its hosted websites.
DoS Mitigation

cPGuard detects, prevents, and minimizes the impact of DoS attacks, where an attacker floods the system with excessive traffic, making it unavailable to legitimate users. It also blocks known bad or irrelevant AI bots that aggressively scrape website data without regard for server load, ensuring stable performance.
Real-time Monitoring

cPGuard typically provides real-time monitoring of server activities, allowing administrators to promptly identify and address security issues as they arise.
Security Auditing and Reporting

cPGuard often includes features for auditing security events and generating reports. This can be valuable for administrators to assess the overall security posture of the hosting environment.

Empower Your DirectAdmin Hosting with Our Swift & Potent Security Solution

cPGuard security addon for DirectAdmin is a lightweight, quick and powerful tool that makes life easy for web hosting companies. Our multi-layer defense system works together to stop anything that threatens your web app's security. cPGuard provides unmatched protection against virus attacks, malware, network attacks and block bot attacks.

Protection against Malware

Web Application Firewall

Bruteforce & Captcha protection

IP & Domain reputation checks

Automated Rootkit Scanners

Get a Comprehensive Look at Cybersecurity: Explore the cPGuard Plugin for DirectAdmin

Discover how cPGuard empowers your hosting experience by providing effective protection against a spectrum of cyber threats. From real-time monitoring to adaptive threat detection, explore the intuitive interface that makes securing your DirectAdmin hosting environment both accessible and powerful. Elevate your understanding of cybersecurity as you navigate the features that set the cPGuard Plugin apart, ensuring a resilient defense for your online assets.

Scanner Log Collection

Step into the heart of your website's security with the Scanner Log page in the cPGuard Plugin. This dynamic feature provides a comprehensive record of security scans, offering transparency into the ongoing efforts to protect your hosting environment. Explore the intuitive interface to review detailed logs, track scan results, and gain insights into potential security threats. With a user-friendly design, this page empowers you to monitor and address security issues efficiently, ensuring a vigilant stance against malware, vulnerabilities, and other risks. Elevate your security management with the Scanner Log page, a central hub for understanding and optimizing your website's defense mechanisms.

waf Log Collection

WAF Logs serve as a comprehensive record of Web Application Firewall (WAF) activities, providing valuable insights into your website's protection against cyber threats. Explore the intuitive interface to review detailed logs, track security events, and gain a real-time understanding of the WAF's proactive measures. With this tool, you can effectively monitor and respond to potential threats, ensuring the robust security of your web applications. Elevate your website's protection with the WAF Logs page, a central hub for optimizing and fortifying your online presence.

Conducting Custom Scans with Comprehensive Results

Embark on a personalized security journey with our Custom Scanning feature, delivering an unparalleled level of protection for your online assets. This tool empowers you to tailor security scans according to your specific requirements, ensuring a targeted and efficient approach to threat detection. Uncover the nuances of your website's security landscape as the scan unfolds, providing you with comprehensive and detailed results. Elevate your security strategy and experience peace of mind knowing that your online assets are safeguarded with precision.

Customized Scanning Configurations with Whitelist and Blacklist Integration

Experience unparalleled control over your website's security with cPGuard's Customized Scanning Configurations featuring Whitelist and Blacklist Integration. Tailor your scanning parameters to align precisely with your unique requirements, allowing for a focused and efficient approach to threat detection. The integration of whitelists and blacklists adds an extra layer of customization, enabling you to define trusted and restricted entities. This fine-tuned security strategy ensures that your scans are not only comprehensive but also aligned with your specific needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is cPGuard compatible with control panels like DirectAdmin?

Yes, cPGuard is often compatible with popular control panels, including DirectAdmin. It can be seamlessly integrated to enhance the security of hosting environments managed by these control panels.
Supporting panels

cPanel
DirectAdmin
Plesk
Enhance
Webmin
Webuzo
Interwox
Runcloud
CWP

What is cPGuard for DirectAdmin, and how does it enhance server security?

cPGuard is a dedicated security solution designed for DirectAdmin servers. It provides advanced protection against a range of cyber threats, including malware, viruses, and security vulnerabilities. cPGuard employs real-time monitoring and proactive measures to secure your DirectAdmin hosting environment.

What are the cPGuard addons for DirectAdmin's system requirements?

cPGuard runs on any 64 bit Linux servers with Centos 7 or Stream 8/9 running DirectAdmin version 1.57 or higher

CentOS 7/Stream 8/9, RHEL 7/8/9, CloudLinux version 7/8/9, AlmaLinux 8/9, RockyLinux 8/9, Debian 10/11, Ubuntu 18.04/20.04, Ubuntu 22.04/24.04 LTS (including ARM)
Support to tweak inotify in kernel
Apache mod_security 2.9.0 or higher
Custombuild 2.0
ipset
and optionally CSF

Is cPGuard compatible with all DirectAdmin server configurations?

Yes, cPGuard is designed to be compatible with a wide range of DirectAdmin server configurations. It seamlessly integrates with DirectAdmin, offering robust security without compromising server performance.

What types of security threats does cPGuard protect against in a DirectAdmin environment?

cPGuard offers protection against various threats, including malware, phishing attacks, brute-force attempts, and other security vulnerabilities. Its sophisticated detection mechanisms continuously monitor server activities to identify and neutralize potential threats.

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