Scinorx Malware Guard
Scan for common WordPress malware indicators, suspicious file changes, exposed backups, and core file integrity issues.
Use with caution
Scinorx Malware Guard works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & supportDaily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Scinorx Malware Guard stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| file scan | >100 |
| integrity | >100 |
| malware scanner | #91 |
| security | >100 |
| wordpress security | >100 |
About Scinorx Malware Guard
From the official readme · v1.0.0Description
Scinorx Malware Guard helps WordPress site owners run a practical local scan after a suspected compromise or as part of regular website maintenance.
The plugin looks for common signs that deserve review:
- Modified or missing WordPress core files using official WordPress checksums when available.
- PHP-like executable files inside uploads.
- Suspicious PHP patterns often seen in injected code or unauthorized web shells.
- Exposed backup, database, archive, and environment files in the web root.
- Sensitive files that are writable by the current PHP process.
Scinorx Malware Guard is intentionally a detection and review tool. It does not automatically delete files, clean infections, or guarantee that a website is malware-free. If your website has been actively compromised, use this report alongside your host, backups, server logs, and professional remediation.
After a scan, admins may optionally send the diagnosis to Scinorx Technologies for review. This share action requires explicit consent and is never automatic. No account or paid service is required to use the local scan.
Scinorx Review Help
Scinorx Malware Guard is part of the Scinorx WordPress Toolkit for practical website diagnostics and maintenance visibility.
Learn more about Scinorx WordPress tools at https://scinorx.com/tools/.
Privacy
Scan results are stored locally in your WordPress database and are not sent to Scinorx unless an administrator explicitly submits the optional diagnosis form. That form sends contact details, website URL, requested help type, urgency, environment metadata, severity counts, finding paths, recommendations, and the optional message entered by the administrator.
The core file integrity check may request official checksum data from WordPress.org when your WordPress installation supports it.
External Services
This plugin can contact external services in two specific cases:
- WordPress.org core checksum service: The core integrity check may request official WordPress core checksum data from WordPress.org to compare local core files against trusted hashes. This request can include the installed WordPress version and locale. Service endpoint:
https://api.wordpress.org/core/checksums/1.0/ - Scinorx Technologies diagnosis review: After a scan, an administrator may optionally submit the “Send Diagnosis to Scinorx” form. This sends the administrator’s name, email address, website URL, requested help type, urgency, optional message, plugin version, WordPress version, PHP version, scan timestamp, scan score, severity counts, finding titles, finding paths, and recommendations to
support@scinorx.comfor review. This is never sent automatically.
Scinorx privacy policy: https://scinorx.com/privacy-policy/
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/scinorx-malware-guarddirectory, or install the plugin through the WordPress Plugins screen. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins screen in WordPress.
- Open Malware Guard in the WordPress admin menu.
- Run a local scan and review the findings.
Frequently asked questions
Does this plugin remove malware?
No. Scinorx Malware Guard identifies indicators that need review. It does not automatically remove or quarantine files. This avoids accidental deletion of legitimate custom code.
Does a clean scan mean my site is definitely safe?
No. No WordPress plugin can guarantee that a site is clean. The scan checks common file-level indicators and should be used together with server logs, backups, hosting tools, and professional review when compromise is suspected.
Are scan results sent to Scinorx?
Not automatically. Reports are stored locally in WordPress. An administrator can choose to send a diagnosis to Scinorx by submitting the optional share form and agreeing to the consent checkbox.
Why does the plugin check WordPress core checksums?
Modified core files can be a compromise indicator. When checksum data is available, the plugin compares local WordPress core files with official WordPress.org hashes for the installed version and locale.
Why does the scan mention default WordPress themes I removed?
Official WordPress checksum data can include bundled default themes and sample plugins, but many production sites intentionally remove unused packages. Scinorx Malware Guard ignores missing bundled default theme and sample plugin files so normal cleanup does not create noisy findings. Missing files that are commonly removed for hardening, such as xmlrpc.php, public readme files, or license files, may be grouped into a single informational note.
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FAQ
Scinorx Malware Guard: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 5, 2026
Is Scinorx Malware Guard free?
Yes. Scinorx Malware Guard is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Scinorx Malware Guard safe to use in 2026?
Scinorx Malware Guard works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Scinorx Malware Guard?
Scinorx Malware Guard is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 218 times since it launched in June 2026. It was downloaded 50 times in the last 30 days.
Does Scinorx Malware Guard work with WordPress 7.1?
Scinorx Malware Guard is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Scinorx Malware Guard need?
Scinorx Malware Guard requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Scinorx Malware Guard last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on August 3, 2026 (2 months ago).
Who makes Scinorx Malware Guard?
Scinorx Malware Guard is developed and maintained by Scinorx Technologies Inc.
What are the best alternatives to Scinorx Malware Guard?
The most popular alternatives to Scinorx Malware Guard are Uptrue Monitor (<10 installs).
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