How to run a CXS scan via SSH for malware detection

CXS (ConfigServer eXploit Scanner) is a powerful tool provided by Hostaday for proactive malware detection .

  • Usage: While often automated, you can trigger a manual scan via SSH using the command line (e.g., /usr/sbin/cxs --scan --user [username]).
  • Benefits: It scans files for suspicious patterns, backdoors, and known exploits in real-time. This is highly recommended for users managing high-traffic or sensitive websites . (Note: Technical execution requires admin/root privileges on VPS or Dedicated servers).
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