Sucuri File/Folder Management: A Guide to Whitelisting for Safety

To resolve a Sucuri error page when accessing specific website pages, whitelist them in your Sucuri firewall settings. This is recommended for all visitors, and if the error occurs in the admin area, whitelist your IP address. This will ensure the error is resolved.

a) How do I whitelist a file or folder in Sucuri Firewall Protection ?

1. First, log in to Sucuri Firewall Protection.

2. Then, the “Whitelist URL Paths” section allows you to whitelist the necessary files or folders.

3. The file “/wp-content/yourplugin/somefile.php” will be whitelisted if you add it.

Notes: Whitelisting files or paths is a temporary solution, and investigating the blockage is crucial. Learn about secure coding practices on the OWASP website and explore the signatures section.

b) How do I whitelist a file or folder using the audit trails in Sucuri Firewall Protection ?

1. First, log in to Sucuri Firewall Protection.

2. Then, navigate to the audit trail page and click on the blocked URL.

3. Finally, click the whitelist button under the Resource Paths section.