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Hidden Malware in WordPress Websites Allows Attackers to Execute Malicious Code Remotely

Security researchers at Sucuri have discovered a malware campaign targeting WordPress sites via hidden malware in the mu-plugins directory. This attack facilitates remote code execution, leading to server compromise and data theft. Threat actors exploited the /wp-content/mu-plugins/ directory by planting an index.php file with obfuscated PHP code for persistent control over infected sites.

Source: cybersecuritynews.com –

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