File permission scan

What It Checks

This scanner checks if your files and folders have the correct write permissions (chmod). CHMOD is the way to give read/write/execute rights to a file or a folder. This test will check some strategic files and folders.

Why It Matters

CHMOD is the way to give read/write/execute rights to a file or a folder. This test will check some strategic files and folders. Incorrect file permissions can allow attackers to modify or delete important files, or prevent WordPress from functioning properly.

What You'll See

Good Status:

• All files and folders have the correct permissions.
• File permissions have been corrected.

Bad Status:

• Some files or folders have incorrect permissions.

How to Fix

Change the files permissions to the recommended one for each. SecuPress can automatically fix file permissions for WordPress core files and folders. Files should typically have permissions of 644, and folders should have permissions of 755.

File Permissions