From Vulnerability to Victory: Securing the Digital Future

In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity isn’t just about protection—it’s about enabling organizations to fulfill their mission without compromise. This is the story of how CyberDef helped Pokrov Foundation overcome persistent cyber threats and emerged stronger than ever.

Initial Assessment

When Pokrov Foundation approached us, their digital infrastructure was facing significant challenges:

Website Infrastructure:

12 WordPress-based websites
Daily visitor count: ~3,000
Recurring malware infections
Heavy bot traffic consuming bandwidth
Frequent server-targeted attacks

Building a Strategic Response

We knew that solving this challenge would require more than just implementing a few security tools. It demanded a comprehensive approach that would not only address the immediate threats but also build long-term resilience.

Phase 1: Secure Backup and Restoration

Created secure backups on isolated FTP server
Methodically rebuilt each WordPress installation
Optimized themes and plugins configuration
Restructured websites to minimize attack surface

Phase 2: Security Implementation

Web Application Firewall (WAF)

Custom rule configuration
Intelligent rate limiting
DNS obscuration
Traffic filtering optimization

Server Security Enhancement

Wazuh XDR deployment
File Integrity Monitoring
Automated vulnerability scanning
Integration with Fail2Ban
PHP antimalware scanning
SShield protection

Measurable Impact

Traffic Metrics

	Before	After	Improvement
Daily Visitors	~ 3000	~ 10000	+ 233%
Bot Traffic	High	Minimal	Significant
Bandwidth Efficiency	Poor	High	Substantial

Security Metrics

Daily Threat Prevention:

500+ blocked attack attempts
Dramatic reduction in SSH brute-force attacks
Zero successful malware infections
Automated response to file-based threats

Performance Improvements:

Reduced server load
Improved response times
Enhanced bandwidth utilization
Minimized false positives

Long-term Benefits

Operational Efficiency

Reduced manual intervention
Automated threat response
Streamlined maintenance procedures

Infrastructure Health

Improved stability
Better resource utilization
Enhanced scalability

User Experience

Faster page loads
Consistent availability
Secure user interactions

A Foundation for the Future

The transformation of Pokrov Foundation’s digital infrastructure demonstrates the power of a well-planned security implementation. The most striking evidence of success lies in the numbers: a more than tripled visitor count and hundreds of blocked attacks daily. But beyond the metrics, what makes this project particularly satisfying is how it transformed a security challenge into an opportunity for overall improvement.

Key Success Factors

Comprehensive Approach: Rather than applying band-aid solutions, we rebuilt from the ground up
Layered Security: Multiple security tools working in concert
Automation: Reduced manual intervention through intelligent system responses
Performance Optimization: Security measures that enhance rather than hinder performance

Looking Forward

This success story demonstrates that effective cybersecurity isn’t just about blocking threats—it’s about enabling organizations to fulfill their mission with confidence. By combining cutting-edge technology with careful optimization and a deep understanding of our client’s needs, we’ve helped Pokrov Foundation build a digital presence that’s not just secure, but thriving.

For non-profits and organizations facing similar challenges, this case demonstrates that with the right approach, cybersecurity can be transformed from a constant struggle into a strategic advantage. At CyberDef, we’re proud to help make that transformation possible.

About CyberDef: We specialize in providing comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for organizations of all sizes, with a focus on creating robust, efficient, and sustainable security infrastructures.