GreenGeeks Cyber Security Awareness Month 2024

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month. Every year for the past several years, GreenGeeks has utilized this dedicated month to strengthen our network, as well as our customer’s websites and account data.

This year is no different, and GreenGeeks is excited to announce many new changes.

Half-Price Website Cleanups for Cyber Security Month

In an attempt to ensure all customers have a secured web hosting experience, GreenGeeks is discounting all paid malware cleanups by 50%, allowing any customer with a compromised WordPress website to take advantage of our in-house malware cleanup services for only $24.95.

Customers can also utilize this service to ensure all WordPress websites under their account are secured and updated to the latest version. Note that this discount is only available for the month of October, so don’t miss out on this great opportunity to secure your account.

Say Goodbye, Say Hello!

As Ferris Bueller once said, “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.”

In today’s fast-paced world, this rings truer than ever, and sometimes change is not only inevitable but necessary. Change can be challenging, but it also presents an opportunity for growth.

With that in mind, we are saying goodbye to the GreenGeeks Abuse Team.

For years, they’ve been our steadfast guardians, vigilantly battling unseen threats in the shadows. However, as GreenGeeks continues to evolve into a leader in the industry, we believe it’s time for a new chapter.

That’s why we’re excited to introduce our newly restructured GreenGeeks Compliance Team!

Armed with cutting-edge techniques, enhanced training, and faster-than-ever support, the Compliance Team will usher in a new era of stability, security, and privacy for our valued customers.

The Importance of Password Updates

In the spirit of Cyber Security Awareness Month, the GreenGeeks Compliance Team will be encouraging and assisting with password resets throughout the month of October.

The majority of account compromises are the result of a weak or compromised password. This risk is greater if you share the same password amongst your online accounts and services. It puts your other services at risk for compromise.

Do you routinely update your passwords every three months as recommended by cybersecurity professionals? Resetting your passwords via your GreenGeeks Account is very easy to do within just a few simple steps.

It can help prevent a future compromise of your account. More information on password resets can be found here.

Also, we have a strong password generator should you want to use it for any accounts aside from your hosting.

Be Alert: Identity Theft is on the Rise

Today more than ever, our lives are lived more and more online alongside many of the risks we face. Modern criminals are getting smarter and more sophisticated, making identity theft one of the fastest-growing crimes.

What used to be just about a stolen credit card has evolved into a complex web of personal data theft—your social security number, email accounts, or even your entire online identity could be at risk.

Since 2019, identity theft cases have skyrocketed, increasing by 50% with little sign of going away. Many experts have estimated losses could exceed $20 billion annually by 2025 if we don’t take action to better safeguard ourselves.

Be mindful of your online activity—use strong, unique passwords, set up two-factor authentication, and keep an eye on your accounts for anything suspicious. As online threats become more sophisticated, so should your defenses.

Take a few extra steps today to protect your future such as using strong, unique passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, and regularly monitoring your accounts for unusual activity.

Are You Secured this Cyber Security Awareness Month?

Make sure your account is secure as it is critical. In just a few steps, you’ll ensure the safety and protection of your account. If you’re unsure of what to do to secure your websites, fear not.

The GreenGeeks Support team can answer any questions you may have. In addition, our Compliance Team can gladly assist with auditing your account and websites. They can provide you with a full report of our findings as well as specific steps to take to secure your data.

You can also search through our knowledge base for further assistance regarding a wide range of topics.