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We explain how to enhance security with the free All in one WP Security plugin.

This time, we will explain brute force attack > 404 detection settings.

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What is the All in one WP Security Login Whitelist Setting?

The 404 detection setting in the brute force attack settings of All in one WP Security is a feature that allows you to monitor whether multiple 404 pages are accessed in a short period of time or whether they are under attack.

• WP Security
• Brute force attacks
• 404 detection

and set it up.

404 Detection Settings

Turn this setting ON. You can also redirect users to a specific page after they are locked out.

404 Log

After turning the setting on, a 404 log was output the next day.

By entering an IP address in the WHOIS search of tools, you can find out the source of access.

Logs can be exported as a list in CSV format and logs can be deleted.