Hosting Security Audit

Review hosting access, account structure, file exposure, SSL, backups and multi-site risks before issues spread.

  • Hosting Access
  • File Exposure
  • Backup Review
Hosting security audit
Hosting Security Audit

Hosting Risk Can Affect More Than One Website

A hosting security audit reviews account-level issues that may affect one site, many sites or recovery options.

The review is scoped to available hosting access and does not replace provider-side security responsibilities.

  • Review hosting users and control panel access
  • Check account structure and multi-site exposure
  • Review file, SSL and backup posture
  • Document hosting-level remediation priorities
Audit Areas

Hosting Audit
Areas To Review

Hosting reviews are useful when several sites share one account or recovery ownership is unclear.

Hosting access audit

Control Panel Access

Admin, FTP, SSH or panel access may need review.

Multiple site hosting audit

Multiple Sites

Shared accounts can allow issues to affect more than one website.

Hosting file exposure audit

File Exposure

Unexpected files, broad permissions or exposed folders can increase risk.

Hosting SSL audit

SSL & Domains

Domain and SSL configuration can affect trust and recovery.

Hosting backup audit

Backups

Host backups need realistic coverage, separation and access.

Hosting account structure audit

Account Structure

Legacy accounts, add-on domains or unclear ownership can complicate remediation.

Who It Helps

Hosting Audits For
Shared Accounts And Teams

For hosting accounts where multiple sites, old access or recovery gaps need review.

Website security audit support

Website Owners

For owners who need clear findings before deciding what to fix first.

WordPress security audit support

WordPress Sites

For plugin-heavy or older WordPress sites that need a focused technical review.

Agency security audit support

Agencies & Teams

For client sites that need a second opinion, handover review or remediation roadmap.

Hosting audit review
What We Review

Hosting, Files And
Website Risk Connect

A hosting audit looks at account-level factors that can affect website security and recovery.

  • Review hosting users and access paths
  • Check site layout and multi-site exposure
  • Review obvious file permission and exposure concerns
  • Check SSL, backup and recovery posture
  • Prioritise hosting-level remediation actions
Process

How Hosting Security Audits
Typically Work

The audit depends on hosting platform, access and number of sites involved.

01

Scope

Confirm systems, access, exclusions and what the audit is expected to cover.

02

Review

Assess the agreed website, hosting, access, backup, configuration and maintenance areas.

03

Report

Summarise findings, evidence, risk context and recommended priorities.

04

Prioritise

Turn findings into practical cleanup, hardening, monitoring or remediation steps.

Included

What This Service Can Include

  • Hosting access and account structure review
  • Multi-site and file exposure checks
  • SSL, backup and recovery posture review
  • Prioritised hosting remediation notes
Not Assumed

What Needs Separate Scope

  • Provider-side infrastructure audit
  • Guaranteed discovery of every vulnerability
  • Formal penetration testing
  • Work outside agreed hosting access
Review Hosting Risk

Need A Hosting Account Review?

Tell us the hosting setup, number of sites and what prompted the review.

Hosting Security Audit FAQs

Questions About
Hosting Security Audits

Common questions before reviewing a hosting account.

What is a hosting security audit?

It is a practical review of hosting access, account structure, files, SSL, backups and related risks.

Can you audit cPanel hosting?

Yes, where cPanel or hosting access is available and included in scope.

Does this cover provider infrastructure?

No. Provider-side infrastructure audits are outside this scope.

Can you review multiple websites?

Yes. Multi-site hosting is a common reason to request a hosting-level review.

Will you fix hosting issues?

Fix work can be planned after findings are reviewed, but remediation is separately scoped unless agreed.

Can hosting audits help after malware?

Yes. After cleanup, hosting review can help identify account-level risks and recovery gaps.