Hackers Don’t Take Holidays—But Your Plugins Might

In today’s digital landscape, your website is more than just an online presence—it’s a vital business asset. Whether you’re running a small local business or a national eCommerce operation, strong site security is non-negotiable.

Yet many businesses still treat website security as an afterthought. That mindset can prove costly.

The Cost of Complacency

Recent high-profile breaches like those affecting Co-op and Marks & Spencer (M&S) in the UK have shown just how real and damaging security lapses can be. In Co-op’s case, customers’ personal data was exposed via an app flaw, while M&S faced scrutiny after users were able to view others’ account information due to session management issues. These incidents not only damaged trust but also triggered legal and financial consequences.

And while these examples involve large corporations, small and mid-sized businesses are often targeted even more frequently. Why? Because attackers know that many smaller sites lack robust security protocols, making them easier targets.

WordPress: Powerful, Flexible—and Targeted

At Silverless, we build most of our websites on WordPress, the world’s most popular content management system. Its flexibility and scalability make it ideal for everything from blogs to complex business websites.

But popularity comes with a price: WordPress sites are frequent targets for hackers. That doesn’t mean WordPress isn’t secure—it’s a strong platform when properly maintained. The vulnerabilities usually arise when core software, themes, or plugins are outdated or misconfigured.

The Hidden Complexity of Updates

Keeping your WordPress site updated is essential to prevent security flaws. However, if you’re not technically inclined, running updates can be risky. A single plugin update can break site functionality, cause compatibility issues, or even take your site offline.

That’s why we offer comprehensive maintenance plans. These plans include regular updates to WordPress core, themes, and plugins—carried out by experts who test changes before and after they go live. We also monitor your site for vulnerabilities and ensure backups are in place, so recovery is fast if something goes wrong.

Prevention Is Always Cheaper Than Cure

Security isn’t just about avoiding disaster—it’s about protecting your brand, customer data, and reputation. A compromised website can lose customer trust in seconds, and the damage can take months (or years) to repair.

While we can’t guarantee faultless security, we can make sure that we reduce our risk threshold and mitigate against a large number of attack vectors. Investing in professional site maintenance and security is not a luxury—it’s a smart business decision.

Final Thoughts

Cybersecurity threats aren’t going away; this recent article in the Guardian reinforces that we must keep our guard up. If anything, they’re becoming more sophisticated. Whether you manage a brochure site or a busy eCommerce platform, proactive website security and maintenance are essential.

Don’t wait until there’s a problem. Let us help you keep your site secure, stable, and performing at its best. Reach out today to learn more about our maintenance plans.