Best malware scanner plugins for WordPress
85 plugins tagged “malware scanner” on WordPress.org, in its popular order and updated daily. Research this niche or see all plugins.
MazeGuard Security
Up in the last 7 days:7,489#58,059by designmazeus18 days ago
Two-factor login, malware and file-integrity scanning, and account security, with findings that say what to do next.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day

iDownAlert
#58,461by fareeddaar3 days ago
Instant email and Telegram alerts when your site breaks: fatal errors, database outages, malware, file changes, brute-force bots and risky changes.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 44/day

Dotsquares Custom Login URL & Security Suite
Down in the last 7 days:5,984#60,170by maheshsharmads3 months ago
Change your WordPress login URL, design the login page, and enhance your site's security with built-in protection tools.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- 5.0(1)
- Downloads
- 0/day

ScanForge File & Theme Security
#60,781by adnan.limdi9 days ago
Audit WordPress plugins and themes for web shells, Tiny File Manager injections, modified files, and official repository checksum mismatches.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 22/day

FBS Secure Optimize
Up in the last 7 days:11,039#61,232by Fazle Bari9 days ago
Modular speed optimization, database & autoload cleaner, HTTP security headers, login brute-force shield, and 6-layer malware scanner.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 11/day

AI CyberGuard
Up in the last 7 days:11,027#61,297by yosikrivo3 months ago
All-in-one AI-powered WordPress security: firewall, malware scanner, login protection, file integrity & safety snapshots — and more.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day

Study For Next Security
#61,617by Study For Next1 month ago
Enterprise-grade WAF, Malware Scanner, 2FA, Auto-Repair, Geo-Blocking, Vulnerability Scanner, Bot Protection, and Speed Optimizer.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day
Malware Scanner by Antivirus.ai
#61,639by Plugins.shop2 days ago
WordPress antivirus and malware scanner with file integrity, 2FA, firewall, local signatures and reviewed Free recovery by Antivirus.ai.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 49/day

Nova Scan Lite
Down in the last 7 days:4,894#61,802by SephX2 months ago
Lightweight WordPress malware scanner. Detects PHP backdoors, webshells, and injections with signature-based detection and core file integrity checks.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day

FP Site Security
Up in the last 7 days:3,390#62,148by Joseph Mendez4 months ago
Lightweight WordPress security: login defense, firewall, malware scans, file monitoring, and local backups — all running on your own site.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day

Vyntic Guard
#62,798by Vynatics2 months ago
Security plugin with malware scanning, brute-force protection, login security, IP blocking, activity logs, hardening, and custom login URLs.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day

WPG Shield
#62,919by Rakesh Raja3 days ago
WordPress security and firewall plugin: malware scanner, 2FA login protection, brute force lockout, wp-config hardening and headers, verified.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 47/day

PB4Host Security
Down in the last 7 days:2,695#63,933by support@pb4host.com1 month ago
Enterprise Security Suite for WordPress: Web Application Firewall (WAF), Active Malware Scanner, Brute-Force Defense, 2FA, and System Hardening.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day

Nimble Security
Up in the last 7 days:4,115#64,381by nimbleplugins.com19 days ago
Local WordPress security with 2FA, integrity monitoring, firewall, malware scanning, quarantine, incident response and recovery readiness.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day

Sentryvine
Down in the last 7 days:10,752#64,418by sentryvine2 months ago
Scan WordPress files and published content for malware indicators, core integrity changes, and phishing risks.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day
Aviiimageworks Security Monitor
#64,899by aviiimageworks6 days ago
Monitor WordPress integrity, suspicious requests, login activity, users, extensions, uploads, and configuration from one security dashboard.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 77/day

MVO Segurança e Proteção
Up in the last 7 days:4,966#65,085by MVO Tools25 days ago
Modular WordPress security with 2FA, firewall, login protection, malware checks, encrypted quarantine and activity logs.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day

Jibong Purr-tection
Up in the last 7 days:890#65,338by Aldrian Loyola17 days ago
Free, all-in-one WordPress security: firewall, malware scanner, two-factor login with passkeys, brute-force protection, live traffic and alerts.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day

Xerotact SHIELD-X Security
Down in the last 7 days:5,358#66,536by xerotact14 days ago
Shared-hosting security with WAF logging, opt-in enforcement, malware scanning, login protection, hardening, backups, and audit tools.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 11/day
Arva SEO
Up in the last 7 days:1,619#66,594by arvaseo7 days ago
PageSpeed fixes you switch on one at a time, a free security scan of your files, and a connection to Arva SEO for health, content and SEO titles.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 45/day

DominoGuard Security
#67,478by Dominopress1 month ago
Ultra-lightweight WordPress security plugin. Offering robust WAF, 2FA, Malware Scanners, Magic Links, Activity Log & Emergency Recovery Toolkit.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- 5.0(1)
- Downloads
- 0/day

Web Plura Security Center
Down in the last 7 days:5,113#69,106by Web Plura5 days ago
Scan for suspicious files and security risks, strengthen login protection with 2FA/passkeys, and manage firewall and file-integrity controls.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 11/day

Malsift
#69,724by Blackspace Applications7 days ago
Find out whether your WordPress site has been hacked, clean it up safely, and keep attackers out with a firewall and login limits.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 37/day

Squish Site Patrol
#69,726by squishit7 months ago
Complete WordPress security, malware scanning, login protection, and performance monitoring in one clean dashboard.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day

SolverGuard Security Shield
#70,016by solverwp2 months ago
Firewall, login protection, two-factor, file integrity monitoring, and audit logging, explained in plain language.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day

Aria Security Suite
Down in the last 7 days:5,730#70,143by Alireza Aminzadeh2 months ago
Standalone WordPress security: local WAF, TOTP 2FA, malware scanner, hardening, live traffic, and an optional Enterprise API.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day
Hanu Malware Guard
Down in the last 7 days:4,166#70,609by Hanuit Solutions1 month ago
Scans files for malware, tracks file integrity, audits WP-Cron for planted jobs, and blocks login brute-force and common attacks.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- 4.5(2)
- Downloads
- 0/day

ZEISMO Security
#71,054by zeismodev13 days ago
WordPress firewall, local malware scanning, two-factor login and guided security setup. Review threats, manage access and get help.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- 5.0(1)
- Downloads
- 6/day

ice Scanner Security
#71,122by icecodero7 days ago
Read-only security scanner: checks core and plugins against the official checksums and finds hidden code, risky settings and new admins.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 12/day

SPP Guardian Security & Maintenance
Down in the last 7 days:10,195#71,616by talhastackbuggs2 months ago
Local malware scanning, integrity monitoring, safe quarantine, verified core repair, an optional firewall, and plain-language maintenance guidance.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day

BrunLabs Sentinel AI
Down in the last 7 days:18,307#72,268by brunlabsoficial1 month ago
Protect your WordPress site with local security monitoring, Deep Scan, integrity checks, attack detection and multiple defensive layers.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 2/day

Scinorx Malware Guard
Down in the last 7 days:13,947#72,278by Scinorx Technologies Inc3 months ago
Scan for common WordPress malware indicators, suspicious file changes, exposed backups, and core file integrity issues.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 1/day

KRYQOVA Web Security
Down in the last 7 days:4,437#72,521by Satrim Technologies17 days ago
File and database inspection, vulnerability monitoring, authenticator 2FA, login limits, firewall learning and encrypted recovery in one dashboard.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 4/day

WebKernelAI Security
Down in the last 7 days:1,115#72,652by Aamir Sahil21 days ago
A secure WordPress connector to remotely manage, audit, and harden your site from the WebKernelAI dashboard with cryptographic signature verification.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day

Guardlo Security & Malware Scanner with Trust Badge
Down in the last 7 days:9,459#73,632by dansebastian7 months ago
Secure your WordPress site with a core malware scanner, verify server infrastructure, and display a verified trust badge to boost visitor confidence.
- Installs
- <10
- Rating
- –
- Downloads
- 0/day