CMSGuard is a powerful and efficient vulnerability scanner designed to identify security weaknesses in popular Content Management Systems (CMS), such as WordPress and Joomla. By automating the detection of common vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and security issues, CMSGuard empowers website administrators and developers to proactively secure their platforms. With its user-friendly interface and straightforward command-line usage, CMSGuard makes vulnerability assessment accessible for both beginners and experienced professionals.
Key Features:
- Multi-CMS support: Detect vulnerabilities in various CMS platforms.
- Quick scanning: Fast checks for common security issues.
- Customizable: Easily extendable to support more CMS types and vulnerability checks.
- Simple command-line interface: Easy to use for both novice and experienced users.
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Installation: To get started, first install the required dependencies. If you haven't already, install Python and pip, then run:
pip install -r requirements.txt
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Running the Tool: Launch the CMSGuard scanner using the command line with the following syntax:
python cms_guard.py --url <website_url> --cms <cms_type>
Parameters:
--url: The URL of the CMS you want to scan (e.g.,http://example.com).--cms: The type of CMS to scan (e.g.,wordpressorjoomla).
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Example Command: To scan a WordPress site, you would use:
python cms_guard.py --url http://example.com --cms wordpress
For a Joomla site, the command would be:
python cms_guard.py --url http://example.com --cms joomla
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Interpreting Results: After running the scan, CMSGuard will output potential vulnerabilities or issues it detects. Review the findings and take appropriate action to secure your CMS.
CMSGuard is an essential tool for anyone managing a CMS, helping to safeguard against common vulnerabilities and enhance the overall security posture of web applications. Regularly using CMSGuard can assist in maintaining a secure environment for your users and data.