October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and at cPanel, we’re here to help hosting providers, developers, and website owners keep their digital spaces safe. Security is at the heart of everything we do, from spotting vulnerabilities early to keeping servers protected and software up to date, so our users can focus on what they do best, without worrying about threats.
Here’s a look at the top cybersecurity features that make cPanel a trusted choice for secure web hosting in 2025 and beyond.
1. Proactive Security Updates & CVE Response
We’re more committed than ever to keeping things transparent and staying ahead of security risks. Throughout 2025, we’ve provided regular security updates to tackle vulnerabilities both within cPanel & WHM and in upstream components such as PHP, Apache, Node.js, and ModSecurity.
- 15+ CVEs addressed in Q3 2025 alone, including CVE-2025-40929, CVE-2025-6965, and CVE-2025-20260
- Security patches rolled out for all supported versions: v110, v118, v128, v130, and v132
- Swift vulnerability responses ensuring users stay protected without disruption
This proactive approach helps hosting providers maintain a hardened environment with minimal downtime or manual intervention.
2. SSL/TLS Certificate Management Made Easy
Security by default is our standard. With AutoSSL, every domain and subdomain hosted on cPanel can automatically receive and renew SSL certificates, including free certificates via Let’s Encrypt.
Whether you’re using DV or OV validation, cPanel ensures end-to-end encryption for all your hosted domains, making HTTPS accessible to everyone. No more expired certificates or complex setup steps — just seamless, secure encryption for your users.
3. WordPress Security Through WP Guardian
WordPress powers millions of websites. Keeping them secure requires a proactive defense solution. That’s why we introduced WP Guardian, a built-in security solution for your WordPress installations.
- Automatic malware scanning and vulnerability patching
- Powered by Patchstack for real-time virtual patching without code changes
- Proactive protection against zero-day exploits and known vulnerabilities
WP Guardian acts before threats can take hold, keeping your WordPress websites safe, stable, and secure.
4. Comprehensive Server Protection with Imunify360
For hosting providers seeking all-in-one protection, Imunify360 is the perfect choice. Through our partnership with Imunify, we offer seamless integration with cPanel for full-stack server security.
- Multi-layered defense: Firewall, malware scanning, intrusion prevention, and IP reputation management
- Automated patching to reduce administrative overhead
- Flexible deployment through Imunify360 or ImunifyAV+
This powerful integration ensures that servers stay protected from evolving threats without slowing down performance.
5. Strengthening Access Security with Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
Protecting administrative access is one of the most effective ways to keep servers safe. cPanel supports TOTP-based two-factor authentication (2FA) for WHM and user logins, giving both administrators and end users the ability to secure their accounts with an extra layer of protection.
By encouraging the use of multi-factor authentication, we help users embrace best practices that significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized access.
6. Preparing for the CSF Transition
In August 2025, ConfigServer (CSF) reached end-of-life. Nearly half of cPanel servers relied on CSF, and we heard our customers loud and clear.
We’re actively exploring native firewall solutions and enhanced integration with Imunify360 to ensure smooth transitions and continuous protection. Learn more about our CSF sunset response: The End of ConfigServer.
Our goal remains simple: to deliver a customer-first approach to server security that evolves with your needs.
7. Continuous OS & Software Updates
A secure hosting stack depends on staying up to date. Through EasyApache 4, cPanel delivered 41 releases in 2024, addressing over 61 CVEs across PHP, Apache, and related technologies.
We also provide modern OS support and upgrade tools like ELevate, ensuring hosting environments can safely migrate to newer distributions to stay current with OS level security updates and features.
8. Built-In Security Advisor & Monitoring Tools
Security isn’t a one-time action. It’s an active, ongoing process. That’s why cPanel includes tools that help users monitor, identify, and respond to potential issues before they become threats.
- Security Advisor: Offers clear, actionable recommendations to improve your server’s security posture
- cpHulk: Provides built-in brute force protection
- Real-time monitoring for server health and security metrics
With these insights, we aim to simplify and strengthen the way you maintain a secure environment.
Keeping Servers Safe, Together
Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility. At cPanel, we remain committed to helping our partners and users stay ahead of threats with a secure, transparent, and continuously improving platform.
Stay secure. Stay updated. Stay ahead, with cPanel.
