WordPress-specific Dictionary
Login protection
Definition
Login protection is the set of controls that harden the WordPress login against bots and credential attacks.
Also called: login hardening, protect WordPress login
Why it matters for WordPress
The login form is the front door. Protection usually means rate limits, lockouts, 2FA, and sometimes IP rules, not renaming the URL and calling it done.
How it shows up in practice
- Fewer successful bot logins
- Alerts on repeated failures
- 2FA prompts for privileged users
What to do
- Strong unique passwords plus 2FA for admins.
- Rate-limit and monitor failed attempts.
- Restrict XML-RPC if unused.
- Review successful logins after spikes in failures.
Feature: Login protection. Full login guide: WordPress login security.
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Nearby ideas in the dictionary
- Brute force A brute-force attack tries many passwords or tokens until one works, usually against the login form.
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) Two-factor authentication (2FA) requires a second proof of identity after the password, such as an app code.
- Rate limiting Rate limiting caps how often an action can happen from an IP or account, which slows automated abuse.
- Credential stuffing Credential stuffing replays usernames and passwords stolen from other breaches against your login.