Having Patchstack with Defender Pro<\/a> is for prevention when a new security threat is present on your WordPress site. Whether it be the WordPress core, plugins, or themes, Patchstack monitors them within Defender\u2019s system!<\/p>\n This is a quick overview of what\u2019s involved now that Defender has Patchstack onboard.<\/p>\n We\u2019ll cover:<\/p>\n Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n Patchstack<\/a> is focused on making open-source software safer, including WordPress. They actively research and report thousands of vulnerabilities discovered in WordPress plugins, core, and themes.<\/p>\n Their developers are notified when a vulnerability is located and issue a security update \u2013 where it\u2019s promptly handled.<\/p>\n For another perspective on how Patchstack works, check out this quick video:<\/p>\n LL3Yy15rJ3g<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n So \u2013 how is Patchstack implemented with Defender Pro?<\/p>\n We\u2019ll make this easy \u2013 there\u2019s nothing to do! It\u2019s already implemented and ready to go.<\/p>\n As a user, you won\u2019t notice any differences, and there\u2019s nothing that you need to set up to implement Patchstack except make sure Defender Pro is up-to-date. It\u2019s all taken care of with Patchstack\u2019s and WPMU DEV\u2019s team of developers.<\/p>\n As mentioned, Defender Pro uses Patchstack to get information about vulnerabilities in WordPress core, plugins, and themes.<\/p>\n Since Patchstack is built-in to Defender Pro, again you won\u2019t notice anything on your end. Patchstack works by finding known vulnerabilities \u2013 which is done with automated or manual scans in Defender.<\/p>\n Once a scan is run, any known vulnerabilities will appear on Defender\u2019s dashboard. Or, if you have notifications set up, you\u2019ll receive an email.<\/p>\n Click on the issue and get it resolved immediately. You\u2019ll see exactly what the threat is and what is needed to fix it.<\/p>\n That\u2019s Patchstack in a nutshell: finding vulnerabilities before they become an issue. And as you can see, it\u2019s all tied in with Defender Pro on one platform.<\/p>\n For further information about running security scans and more, be sure to check out our article on getting the most out of Defender<\/a>.<\/p>\n With the exciting new inclusion of Patchstack<\/a>, there\u2019s no slacking with security! Defender Pro has you covered \u2013 everything from monitoring security details from The Hub<\/a>, blocklist, two-factor authentication, malware detection \u2013 and much more.<\/p>\n If you don\u2019t have Defender Pro, start a free trial today<\/a>. It easily handles your automated WordPress security, includes 24\/7\/365 support, and even a full WAF integration.<\/p>\n Also, if you\u2019re a plugin developer<\/b>, join PatchStack’s mVDP program<\/a> that makes it easier to report, manage, and address vulnerabilities in your software. Lastly, if you\u2019re a security researcher<\/b>, join\u00a0Patchstack Alliance<\/a> to report vulnerabilities and earn rewards.<\/p>\n Patchstack with Defender means nothing can stack up to your WordPress security.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Defender Pro has just stepped up its security game by teaming with Patchstack \u2013 a powerful security tool that automates WordPress security on every one of your sites. Defender Pro just started using Patchstack\u00a0to get information about vulnerabilities in the WP core, plugins, and themes \u2013 ensuring solid protection for all your WordPress sites. 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What is Patchstack?<\/h2>\n
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Implementing Patchstack<\/h2>\n
How Patchstack Works with Defender Pro<\/h2>\n
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<\/a>Defender Pro Doesn\u2019t Slack When Combined with Patchstack<\/h2>\n