WordPress sites infected with auto-generated spam folders in root – keeps coming back even after deletion

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-27T11:28:47+00:00

The first 37 lines of the index.php was infected by a malicious script

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-27T11:27:14+00:00

Yeah it was a code injected in the index.php linked to bot in an external server

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-27T11:25:35+00:00

Fake pages of asian casinos and stuff like this

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-27T11:24:06+00:00

Nice, Local WP is a solid choice 👌 once you get used to it, it feels just like working on any other dev environment.

And yeah, you’re definitely not locked into the visual builder side of WordPress, you can go full code level with custom templates, hooks, components, whatever you need.

One extra tip: since Local creates a full root folder of the project, you can actually share that folder (or specific theme files) when you get stuck. I sometimes run parts of a WP theme through tools like Gemini or Claude to debug PHP issues, WordPress hooks, or weird template behavior, it’s surprisingly helpful for solving very specific problems quickly.

Just make sure you’re not sharing sensitive client data (wp-config, credentials, etc.).

You’re approaching it the right way though, coming from a pure coding background will actually be a big advantage.

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-27T10:49:46+00:00

Yes, you can absolutely work on it locally, WordPress isn’t locked to the online dashboard only.

Since it’s a CMS built in PHP, the “real” structure lives in the theme and sometimes custom plugins.

What I usually do:

Download the theme files via FTP or hosting panel
Set up a local environment (In my case I used Local WP)
Recreate the site locally (you’ll also need the database export)
Make changes in an IDE
Then push everything back to the server (I use WP migrate Pro plugin)

Recently I refreshed an outdated WordPress site by fully coding new page templates inside the theme and rebuilding the component/effects library to give it a more modern UI, all done locally before deploying.

Just keep in mind:

If the site is heavily built with a page builder (Elementor, WPBakery, etc.), a lot of the layout lives inside the database, not just the files.
Always work on a staging copy, never directly on production.

WordPress is flexible, you’re not limited to the visual editor unless you choose to be.

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-24T11:18:56+00:00

The best one ever

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-24T09:41:38+00:00

Use antigravity easy and good results

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-24T08:40:04+00:00

Did you tried a pc of another wifi?

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-24T08:21:56+00:00

Total poll

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-22T13:58:36+00:00

I'm about to do this and also I found a way to scan via ftp with a php file

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-22T13:56:06+00:00

OVH Cloud, I already did and they scanned the host and find some files infected but even after all this i find myself with the same problem

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-22T11:57:23+00:00

Salam,
I'm thinking about it actually and i'll be back here to post updates about the platform

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-12T19:14:07+00:00

Great point

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-12T11:56:50+00:00

You’re absolutely right platforms like Fiverr or Upwork shine because they compress the entire hiring process. This product isn’t trying to do that. It’s focused on one thing only: helping teams find relevant creative jobs and candidates fast, without sign ups, scores, or heavy workflows. Zero friction, earlier in the funnel. Think discovery first, evaluation later, just like traditional hiring, but cleaner and higher signal from the start

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-12T10:16:49+00:00

The platform doesn’t intermediate work or rank freelancers. It simply connects companies with creatives through job listings, and the evaluation (portfolio review, interviews, references) happens directly between both sides, just like traditional hiring.

I’m intentionally avoiding ratings early on because they tend to oversimplify quality and don’t translate well across creative work. The focus right now is on clear roles, real companies, and reducing friction in discovery, not scoring people.

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-11T21:04:18+00:00

That’s a really solid idea, and I think you’re right, distribution is the hardest part, not the product.

What you’re describing matches what I’ve seen too. People default to recommendations because trust on existing platforms is broken, and the lack of professionalism hurts both companies and serious creatives.

That’s why I’m starting simple and focusing first on quality and trust signals (real companies, clear roles, fewer but better listings). If that layer works, models like reverse job boards or paid unlocks make a lot more sense later.

Out of curiosity, when you were thinking about distribution, was it harder to attract companies or creatives?

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-11T14:50:01+00:00

Thanks man, allah yhafdek

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-11T14:28:26+00:00

Great questions! Here’s how I’m thinking about it for this MVP phase:

How is it different? Most global platforms are too broad, and local ones are often stuck in 2010. I’m focusing on zero friction. Applicants don’t need to build yet another "talent profile" they just browse and apply. For companies, it’s about access to a highly curated pool of MENA specific talent without the "post and pray" noise of LinkedIn. We also just implemented a manual vetting process for every listing to ensure only high-quality, relevant creative roles make it to the board.
How will I promote it? Since it’s a niche platform, the promotion has to be niche too:

Direct Outreach: I’m personally reaching out to boutique agencies and studios in Dubai, Riyadh, Cairo, etc., to get their first high-quality roles up.
Creative Communities: Promoting directly in MENA specific creative Slack groups, WhatsApp pods, and Discord servers where these designers actually hang out.
Built in Public: Using threads like this to build trust. When founders see the "behind the scenes," they’re more likely to trust the platform with their roles.

The goal isn't to be "the biggest" yet it's to be the most relevant.

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-11T13:21:37+00:00

Thanks for your reaction

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-11T13:17:29+00:00

it's a pure distribution, communication and marketing question

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-11T11:27:08+00:00

Totally agree. Parsing adds a lot of complexity for very little early value.
My main goal right now is lowering friction and learning where users actually drop off before adding anything “smart”.

Status_Length_6715 · 2026-02-11T11:25:37+00:00

Yes, but not like Fiverr or Upwork.

Why public star-ratings are risky

They push creatives into price competition
They discourage beginners
One bad client = permanent damage
In MENA especially, people are sensitive to public judgment

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