Fail2ban + nftables On AWS Linux 2023: A Clean, Firewalld-Free Setup For WordPress
A step-by-step guide to wiring Fail2ban directly to nftables on AL2023, blocking bots on ports 80 and 443, avoiding firewalld conflicts, and testing safely.
How to Automate MySQL Database Backups to Amazon S3
Keeping reliable database backups isn’t just a best practice; it’s critical. Whether you’re running a WordPress site, managing an internal app, or maintaining a client’s online store, losing your database could be catastrophic. Fortunately, you can automate MySQL backups to Amazon S3 and never have to think about it again. AWS offers tools like AWS…