While many players may be coming to Wilds as their first Monster Hunter game, Capcom's long-standing franchise is over twenty years old. Over that time, there have been a huge number of monsters added to the total roster. Not every monster makes it into every game, but many fan favorites show up regularly.

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PC game modding is massive, with over 5 billion mods downloaded annually. Mods push graphics forward with each GPU generation, extend a games lifespan with new content and attract new players.NVIDIA RTX Remix is a modding platform for RTX AI PCs that lets modders capture game assets, automatically enhance materials with generative AI tools and create stunning RTX remasters with full ray tracing. Today, RTX Remix exited beta and fully launched with new NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series neural rendering technology and many community-requested upgrades.Since its initial beta release, RTX Remix has been experimented with by over 30,000 modders, bringing ray-traced mods of hundreds of classic titles to over 1 million gamers.RTX Remix supports a host of AI tools, including NVIDIA DLSS 4, RTX Neural Radiance Cache and the community-published AI model PBRFusion 3.Modders can build 4K physically based rendering (PBR) assets by hand or use generative AI to accelerate their workflows. And with a few additional clicks, RTX Remix mods support DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation. DLSS new transformer model and the first neural shader, Neural Radiance Cache, provide enhanced neural rendering performance, meaning classic games look and play better than ever.Generative AI Texture ToolsRTX Remixs built-in generative AI texture tools analyze low-resolution textures from classic games, generate physically accurate materials including normal and roughness maps and upscale the resolution by up to 4x. Many RTX Remix mods have been created incorporating generative AI.Earlier this month, RTX Remix modder NightRaven published PBRFusion 3 a new AI model that upscales textures and generates high-quality normal, roughness and height maps for physically-based materials.PBRFusion 3 consists of two custom-trained models: a PBR model and a diffusion-based upscaler. PBRFusion 3 can also use the RTX Remix application programming interface to connect with ComfyUI in an integrated flow. NightRaven has packaged all the relevant pieces to make it easy to get started.The PBRFusion3 page features a plug-and-play package that includes the relevant ComfyUI graphs and nodes. Once installed, remastering is easy. Select a number of textures in RTX Remixs Viewport and hit process in ComfyUI. This integrated flow enables extensive remasters of popular games to be completed by small hobbyist mod teams.RTX Remix and REST APIRTX Remix Toolkit capabilities are accessible via REST API, allowing modders to livelink RTX Remix to digital content creation tools such as Blender, modding tools such as Hammer and generative AI apps such as ComfyUI.For example, through REST API integration, modders can seamlessly export all game textures captured in RTX Remix to ComfyUI and enhance them in one big batch before automatically bringing them back into the game. ComfyUI is RTX-accelerated and includes thousands of generative AI models to try, helping reduce the time to remaster a game scene and providing many ways to process textures.Modders have many super resolution and PBR models to choose from, including ones that feature metallic and height maps unlocking 8x or more resolution increases. Additionally, ComfyUI enables modders to use text prompts to generate new details in textures, or make grand stylistic departures by changing an entire scenes look with a single text prompt.Half-Life 2 RTX DemoHalf-Life 2 owners can download a free Half-Life 2 RTX demo from Steam, built with RTX Remix, starting March 18. The demo showcases Orbifold Studios work in Ravenholm and Nova Prospekt ahead of the full games release at a later date.Half-Life 2 RTX showcases the expansive capabilities of RTX Remix and NVIDIAs neural rendering technologies. DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation multiplies frame rates by up to 10x at 4K. Neural Radiance Cache further accelerates ray-traced lighting. RTX Skin enhances Father Grigori, headcrabs and zombies with one of the first implementations of subsurface scattering in ray-traced gaming. RTX Volumetrics add realistic smoke effects and fog. And everything interplays and interacts with the fully ray-traced lighting.Whats Next in AI Starts HereFrom the keynote by NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang on Tuesday, March 18, to over 1,000 inspiring sessions, 300+ exhibits, technical hands-on training and tons of unique networking events NVIDIAs own GTC is set to put a spotlight on AI and all its benefits.Experts from across the AI ecosystem will share insights on deploying AI locally, optimizing models and harnessing cutting-edge hardware and software to enhance AI workloads highlighting key advancements in RTX AI PCs and workstations. RTX AI Garage will be there to share highlights of the latest advancements coming to the RTX AI platform.Follow NVIDIA AI PC on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X and stay informed by subscribing to the RTX AI PC newsletter

AI is leveling up the worlds most beloved games, as the latest advancements in neural rendering, NVIDIA RTX and digital human technologies equip game developers to take innovative leaps in their work.At this years GDC conference, running March 17-21 in San Francisco, NVIDIA is revealing new AI tools and technologies to supercharge the next era of graphics in games.Key announcements include new neural rendering advancements with Unreal Engine 5 and Microsoft DirectX; NVIDIA DLSS 4 now available in over 100 games and apps, making it the most rapidly adopted NVIDIA game technology of all time; and a Half-Life 2 RTX demo coming Tuesday, March 18.Plus, the open-source NVIDIA RTX Remix modding platform has now been released, and NVIDIA ACE technology enhancements are bringing to life next-generation digital humans and AI agents for games.Neural Shaders Enable Photorealistic, Living Worlds With AIThe next era of computer graphics will be based on NVIDIA RTX Neural Shaders, which allow the training and deployment of tiny neural networks from within shaders to generate textures, materials, lighting, volumes and more. This results in dramatic improvements in game performance, image quality and interactivity, delivering new levels of immersion for players.At the CES trade show earlier this year, NVIDIA introduced RTX Kit, a comprehensive suite of neural rendering technologies for building AI-enhanced, ray-traced games with massive geometric complexity and photorealistic characters.Now, at GDC, NVIDIA is expanding its powerful lineup of neural rendering technologies, including with Microsoft DirectX support and plug-ins for Unreal Engine 5.NVIDIA is partnering with Microsoft to bring neural shading support to the DirectX 12 Agility software development kit preview in April, providing game developers with access to RTX Tensor Cores to accelerate the performance of applications powered by RTX Neural Shaders.Plus, Unreal Engine developers will be able to get started with RTX Kit features such as RTX Mega Geometry and RTX Hair through the experimental NVIDIA RTX branch of Unreal Engine 5. These enable the rendering of assets with dramatic detail and fidelity, bringing cinematic-quality visuals to real-time experiences.Now available, NVIDIAs Zorah technology demo has been updated with new incredibly detailed scenes filled with millions of triangles, complex hair systems and cinematic lighting in real time all by tapping into the latest technologies powering neural rendering, including:ReSTIR Path TracingReSTIR Direct IlluminationRTX Mega GeometryRTX HairAnd the first neural shader, Neural Radiance Cache, is now available in RTX Remix.Over 100 DLSS 4 Games and Apps Out NowDLSS 4 debuted with the release of GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs. Over 100 games and apps now feature support for DLSS 4. This milestone has been reached two years quicker than with DLSS 3, making DLSS 4 the most rapidly adopted NVIDIA game technology of all time.DLSS 4 introduced Multi Frame Generation, which uses AI to generate up to three additional frames per traditionally rendered frame, working with the complete suite of DLSS technologies to multiply frame rates by up to 8x over traditional brute-force rendering.This massive performance improvement on GeForce RTX 50 Series graphics cards and laptops enables gamers to max out visuals at the highest resolutions and play at incredible frame rates.In addition, Lost Soul Aside, Mecha BREAK, Phantom Blade Zero, Stellar Blade, Tides of Annihilation and Wild Assault will launch with DLSS 4, giving GeForce RTX gamers the definitive PC experience in each title. Learn more.Developers can get started with DLSS 4 through the DLSS 4 Unreal Engine plug-in.Half-Life 2 RTX Demo Launch, RTX Remix Official ReleaseHalf-Life 2 RTX is a community-made remaster of the iconic first-person shooter Half-Life 2.A playable Half-Life 2 RTX demo will be available on Tuesday, March 18, for free download from Steam for Half-Life 2 owners. The demo showcases Orbifold Studios work in the eerily sensational maps of Ravenholm and Nova Prospekt, with significantly improved assets and textures, full ray tracing, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation and RTX neural rendering technologies.Half-Life 2 RTX was made possible by NVIDIA RTX Remix, an open-source platform officially released today for modders to create stunning RTX remasters of classic games.Use the platform now to join the 30,000+ modders whove experimented with enhancing hundreds of classic titles since its beta release last year, enabling over 1 million gamers to experience astonishing ray-traced mods.NVIDIA ACE Technologies Enhance Game Characters With AIThe NVIDIA ACE suite of RTX-accelerated digital human technologies brings game characters to life with generative AI.NVIDIA ACE autonomous game characters add autonomous teammates, nonplayer characters (NPCs) and self-learning enemies to games, creating new narrative possibilities and enhancing player immersion.ACE autonomous game characters are debuting in two titles this month:In inZOI, Smart Zoi NPCs will respond more realistically and intelligently to their environment based on their personalities. The game launches with NVIDIA ACE-based characters on Friday, March 28.And in NARAKA: BLADEPOINT MOBILE PC VERSION, on-device NVIDIA ACE-powered teammates will help players battle enemies, hunt for loot and fight for victory starting Thursday, March 27.Developers can start building with ACE today.Join NVIDIA at GDC.See notice regarding software product information.

In theory (if not always in practice), the superhero genre is founded on clear-cut morality. Sure, theres plenty of scope for costumed adventurers to grapple with power and responsibility, and their lawbreaking adversaries sometimes have a point. But in the average DC or Marvel joint hell, arguably even in edgier fare like The Boys distinguishing between right and wrong isnt exactly tough. Thats a big reason why we turn up: because we know who to root for. Its simple, its reassuring and its the opposite of what Invincible showrunners Robert Kirkman and Simon Racioppa were shooting for with the Prime Video shows third season.Whether were talking about protagonist Mark Graysons feud with his Machiavellian ex-boss Cecil Stedman, the redemptive arc of murderous Superman pastiche (and all-time bad dad) Omni-Man, or even the return of multiverse-hopping maniac Angstrom Levy, Invincible season 3s message is the same: Dont expect any easy answers.[Ed. note: This article contains spoilers for Invincible season 3, episode 8.]For his part, Kirkman credits his own DC and Marvel fandom with inspiring Invincibles murkier approach to the capes-and-tights sets ethics. The scribe took what moral ambiguity there is in mainstream superhero fare and used it as the basis for a 144-issue Image Comics series (co-created with artists Cory Walker and Ryan Ottley) that would eventually become a multi-season animated show.[Invincibles] just an effort to try and show a really dense, nuanced universe that looks at these fantastical elements and superhero storytelling with kind of a realistic slant, Kirkman says over video chat. Having read Marvel and DC Comics since childhood and watched all the movies and TV shows, theres a very clear line of, These guys are good and these guys are bad, and every now and then youre watching those movies and youre like, I think Michael B. Jordan is right in Black Panther. Were really just trying to explore that deeper. What are the motivations of all these individual characters?We see this again and again in Invincible season 3, which constantly blurs the line between hero and villain. Titan is a ruthless crime boss; hes also a loving husband and father who meaningfully gives back to his community. Marks little brother Oliver straight-up murders the Mauler Twins, but to be honest, his rationale those two were never gonna stop threatening innocent lives otherwise holds up. And lets not forget Tether Tyrant and Magmaniac, the supervillain couple whose failed attempt to go legit opens season 3, episode 3 in heartbreaking, Up-esque fashion.Theyre just human beings that got dealt a bad hand in life, Kirkman says of Tether Tyrant and Magmaniac. They got powers that they couldnt necessarily save cats out of trees with. Theres a tremendous amount of sympathy for those characters. In life, not every person thats doing bad things is a bad person.And vice versa, Racioppa chimes in. Not everyone whos doing good stuff is always a good person, right? Im sure you have a hero, someone you love, and then you read their Wikipedia article and like, Oh, actually they did a couple things that arent so good either. Thats a real person. We try to ground our characters in the real world, which means theyre not one thing or another. Theyre complicated characters that contain multitudes, right?That extends to Cecil, who finally gets a backstory in Invincible season 3, revealing a disarmingly progressive streak in the otherwise hardline Global Defense Agency director. Hes prepared to rehabilitate the likes of Darkwing and D.A. Sinclair something Mark, whos firmly in the classic lock them up crime-fighter camp, cant countenance. Its more than a tad hypocritical, given Mark is himself the beneficiary of a post-homicide second chance (even if his supposed victim, Angstrom Levy, eventually turns up alive).Even Cecils more ethically dubious moments this season implanting a sonic device in someones head without their knowledge is a dick move are easily reframed as necessary evils. From where Cecils standing, its his job to prepare for every possible threat (including Mark going rogue); otherwise, hes letting the entire planet down. If that means recruiting disgraced vigilantes or betraying his superpowered subordinates trust, so be it. As Cecil tells right-hand man Donald in episode 2, We can be the good guys, or we can be the guys that save the world. We cant be both. Some viewers will no doubt agree, and thats exactly what Kirkman and Racioppa hope has happened.If we didnt show Cecils perspective and make it a reasonable perspective and I say reasonable, one that youre like, I understand why he would do this or why he would think this way then what are we doing? Racioppa says.We tried to treat these characters as real people in a grounded scenario. I think Cecils position makes a ton of sense, but I also think Marks position as a 20-year-old person is like, What are you doing? This is wrong. This is unethical. We cant do this. [] The answer is somewhere in between, and actually, in some way, there is no answer. The answer is whatever you think of that scenario. Theyre both right. Theyre both wrong. Its up to each individual audience member to decide where they fall on that spectrum.Said spectrum also applies to Omni-Man, whose ongoing tilt at redemption is arguably Invincible season 3s most contentious character arc. If this were a DC or Marvel joint, Marks old man would renounce his old ways, perform a few good deeds, and reclaim his spot in the do-gooder clubhouse despite killing millions of people at the end of Invincible season 1. After all, it worked for the MCUs Loki.That wont fly in Kirkman and Racioppas universe, though. Omni-Mans victims arent faceless collateral; theyre clearly defined people, like new season 3 foil Powerplex and his dead sister and niece. Unsurprisingly, its a lot harder to get behind Omni-Mans atonement tour when youre up close and personal with the lives hes destroyed.I love that we get the opportunity on the show to zoom in, Kirkman says of Powerplexs introduction in Invincible season 3. Theres a lot of superhero [stories] where cities collapse and they talk about thousands of people dying and things like that, but to be able to focus on individuals really brings up that question of the redemption of Omni-Man. Is it even possible when weve drilled down to the individual [level] and shown the effects of what hes done? At that level, you identify with those characters [hes killed or left traumatized] and it makes it harder to see the good in Omni-Man and understand what it is that he did. But thats the challenge before us and well see where it goes.Racioppa agrees, citing the price of forgiveness as central to Omni-Mans journey in Invincible season 3 and beyond. As it stands, Earths onetime premier superhero still has (to borrow an expression from the MCU) a lot of red in his ledger. But hes started chipping away at it, at least. The culmination of Omni-Mans season 3 reset comes when he leaps to the aid of lovable bruiser Allen the Alien in episode 4 demonstrating his renewed virtuousness in the most Invincible way imaginable: by squishing someones head.As acts of contrition go, they dont come much grislier. That feeds into Kirkman and Racioppas overarching stance on Invincibles signature ultra-violence, which reaches a whole new level in the shows third season. Season 3 wraps up with Angstrom Levy wreaking havoc across the globe with an army of evil Marks, followed by a skyscraper-toppling slugfest between Mark and Viltrumite heavy Conquest. Its not unlike the endless cycle of destruction that characterizes DCs and Marvels respective shared universes (albeit decidedly gorier); however, Kirkman and Racioppa are adamant Invincibles fight scenes are about more than creatively staged carnage. Theyre an extension of the themes and emotional arcs including moral choices at least as tough as any of Marks foes that drive the show itself.I see a lot of violence for violences sake, Kirkman says. And what we try to do on this show is that any time something horrific is happening or something thats extremely over the top, theres a level of emotion to it that I think justifies it. Or at least, thats the goal. And thats something that everybody on this show, from Simon to myself to the supervising directors, the character designers, the board artists everybody is trying to hold this stuff together with a strong emotional core, so it feels like everything that were doing is earned.Hopefully it feels like we shouldnt be able to remove a fight or an action scene from this show because youd be missing an emotional beat, Racioppa observes. Youd be missing some of the emotions of the story there. We try to infuse everything with that. So, rather than just being like, Oh, lets have just Mark have a cool fight in the sky. Thats not enough. It has to be, Why is he fighting? What is he feeling when hes fighting? What are the repercussions of this fight going forward? All that kind of stuff is its all in common. We think about that from day one all the way through to the final mix of the show. Marks trajectory in Invincible season 3 reflects this. By the time the credits roll on episode 8, our hero has officially abandoned the no-kill code (mostly) followed by Superman, Batman, and their ilk, as a direct response to his latest clash with Levy. No doubt the poor guy wouldve preferred a less agonizing teachable moment but with Kirkman and Racioppa at the helm, that was never in the cards.Invincible season 3 is now streaming on Prime Video.

Sonys two new PlayStation 5 slim bundles that include a download voucher for the beloved platforming game Astro Bot (Astros Playroom still comes pre-installed) and are now available. The consoles lack any sort of unique Astro Bot-themed design not even the tough-to-find limited edition Astro Bot DualSense is included but I suppose all is forgiven, because both the disc-based and digital-only consoles are $50 cheaper than their stand-alone counterparts. Youll pay $449.99 or $399.99, respectively, bringing the costs in line with Black Friday prices. The consoles are also in stock at Best Buy and at Amazon.Ive wished for an Astro Bot PS5 bundle since the game launched last year. Its a phenomenal game, the winner of many game of the year awards (it ranked second in our list, losing only to Balatro), and its great to see a bundle that recognizes the huge impact it made during 2024. Regardless of whether you want to dig into the game, these bundles are currently the most affordable entry points into the PlayStation 5.

Did you know that your WordPress site could be a target for hackers right now? Thats right! Today, WordPress powers over 43% of all websites on the internet. That kind of public news makes WordPress sites a big target for hackers.One of the most harmful ways they attack is through an SQL injection. A SQL injection may break your website, steal data, and destroy your content. More than that, they can lock you out of your website! Sounds scary, right? But dont worry, you can protect your site. That is what this article is about.What Is SQL?SQL stands for Structured Query Language. It is a way to talk to databases, which store and organize a lot of data, such as user details, posts, or comments on a website. SQL helps us ask the database for information or give it new data to store.When writing an SQL query, you ask the database a question or give it a task. For example, if you want to see all users on your site, an SQL query can retrieve that list.SQL is powerful and vital since all WordPress sites use databases to store content.What Is An SQL Injection Attack?WordPress SQL injection attacks try to gain access to your sites database. An SQL injection (SQLi) lets hackers exploit a vulnerable SQL query to run a query they made. The attack occurs when a hacker tricks a database into running harmful SQL commands.Hackers can send these commands via input fields on your site, such as those in login forms or search bars. If the website does not check input carefully, a command can grant access to the database. Imagine a hacker typing an SQL command instead of typing a username. It may fool the database and show private data such as passwords and emails. The attacker could use it to change or delete database data.Your database holds all your user-generated data and content. It stores pages, posts, links, comments, and users. For the bad guys, it is a goldmine of valuable data.SQL injections are dangerous as they let hackers steal data or take control of a website. A WordPress firewall prevents SQL injection attacks. Those attacks can compromise and hack sites very fast.SQL Injections: Three Main TypesThere are three main kinds of SQL injection attacks. Every type works in various ways, but they all try to fool the database. Were going to look at every single type.In-Band SQLiThis is perhaps the most common type of attack. A hacker sends the command and gets the results using the same communication method. It is to make a request and get the answer right away.There are two types of In-band SQLi injection attacks:Error-based SQLi,Union-based SQLi.With error-based SQLi, the hacker causes the database to give an error message. This message may reveal crucial data, such as database structure and settings.What about union-based SQLi attacks? The hacker uses the SQL UNION statement to combine their request with a standard query. It can give them access to other data stored in the database.Inferential SQLiWith inferential SQLi, the hacker will not see the results at once. Instead, they ask for database queries that give yes and no answers. Hackers can reveal the database structure or data by how the site responds.They do that in two common ways:Boolean-based SQLi,Time-based SQLi.Through Boolean-based SQLi, the hacker sends queries that can only be true or false. For example, is this user ID more than 100? This allows hackers to gather more data about the site based on how it reacts.In time-based SQLi, the hacker asks a query that makes the database take longer to reply if the answer is yes. They can figure out what they need to know due to the delay.Out-of-band SQLiOut-of-band SQLi is a less common but equally dangerous type of attack. Hackers use various ways to get results. Usually, they connect the database to a server they control.The hacker does not see the results all at once. However, they can get the data sent somewhere else via email or a network connection. This method applies when the site blocks ordinary SQL injection methods.Why Preventing SQL Injection Is CrucialSQL injections are a giant risk for websites. They can lead to various harms stolen data, website damage, legal issues, loss of trust, and more.Hackers can steal data like usernames, passwords, and emails. They may cause damage by deleting and changing your data. Besides, it messes up your site structure, making it unusable.Is your user data stolen? You might face legal troubles if your site treats sensitive data. People may lose trust in you if they see that your site gets hacked. As a result, the reputation of your site can suffer.Thus, it is so vital to prevent SQL injections before they occur.11 Ways To Prevent WordPress SQL Injection AttacksOK, so we know what SQL is and that WordPress relies on it. We also know that attackers take advantage of SQL vulnerabilities. Ive collected 11 tips for keeping your WordPress site free of SQL injections. The tips limit your vulnerability and secure your site from SQL injection attacks.1. Validate User InputSQL injection attacks usually occur via forms or input fields on your site. It could be inside a login form, a search box, a contact form, or a comment section. Does a hacker enter bad SQL commands into one of these fields? They may fool your site, giving them access to your database by running those commands.Hence, always sanitize and validate all input data on your site. Users should not be able to submit data if it does not follow a specific format. The easiest way to avoid this is to use a plugin like Formidable Forms, an advanced builder for adding forms. That said, WordPress has many built-in functions to sanitize and validate input on your own. It includes sanitize_text_field(), sanitize_email(), and sanitize_url().The validation cleans up user inputs before they get sent to your database. These functions strip out unwanted characters and ensure the data is safe to store.2. Avoid Dynamic SQLDynamic SQL allows you to create SQL statements on the fly at runtime. How does dynamic SQL work compared to static SQL? You can create flexible and general SQL queries adjusted to various conditions. As a result, dynamic SQL is typically slower than static SQL, as it demands runtime parsing.Dynamic SQL can be more vulnerable to SQL injection attacks. It occurs when the bad guy alters a query by injecting evil SQL code. The database may respond and run this harmful code. As a result, the attacker can access data, corrupt it, or even hack your entire database.How do you keep your WordPress site safe? Use prepared statements, stored procedures or parameterized queries.3. Regularly Update WordPress Themes And PluginsKeeping WordPress and all plugins updated is the first step in keeping your site safe. Hackers often look for old software versions with known security issues.There are regular security updates for WordPress, themes, and plugins. They fix security issues. You leave your site open to attacks as you ignore these updates.To stay safe, set up automatic updates for minor WordPress versions. Check for theme and plugin updates often. Only use trusted plugins from the official WordPress source or well-known developers.By updating often, you close many ways hackers could attack.4. Add A WordPress FirewallA firewall is one of the best ways to keep your WordPress website safe. It is a shield for your WordPress site and a security guard that checks all incoming traffic. The firewall decides who can enter your site and who gets blocked.There are five main types of WordPress firewalls:Plugin-based firewalls,Web application firewalls,Cloud-based firewalls,DNS-level firewalls,Application-level firewalls.Plugin-based firewalls you install on your WordPress site. They work from within your website to block the bad traffic. Web application firewalls filter, check and block the traffic to and from a web service. They detect and defend against risky security flaws that are most common in web traffic. Cloud-based firewalls work from outside your site. They block the bad traffic before it even reaches your site. DNS-level firewalls send your site traffic via their cloud proxy servers, only letting them direct real traffic to your web server. Finally, application-level firewalls check the traffic as it reaches your server. That means before loading most of the WordPress scripts.Stable security plugins like Sucuri and Wordfence can also act as firewalls.5. Hide Your WordPress VersionOlder WordPress versions display the WordPress version in the admin footer. Its not always a bad thing to show your version of WordPress. But revealing it does provide virtual ammo to hackers. They want to exploit vulnerabilities in outdated WordPress versions.Are you using an older WordPress version? You can still hide your WordPress version:With a security plugin such as Sucuri or Wordfence to clear the version number orBy adding a little bit of code to your functions.php file.function hide_wordpress_version() { return '';}add_filter('the_generator', 'hide_wordpress_version');This code stops your WordPress version number from showing in the themes header.php file and RSS feeds. It adds a small but helpful layer of security. Thus, it becomes more difficult for hackers to detect.6. Make Custom Database Error NoticesBad guys can see how your database is set up via error notices. Ensure creating a custom database error notice that users see to stop it. Hackers will find it harder to detect weak spots in your site when you hide error details. The site will stay much safer when you show less data on the front end.To do that, copy and paste the code into a new db-error.php file. Jeff Starr has a classic article on the topic from 2009 with an example:<?php // Custom WordPress Database Error Page header('HTTP/1.1 503 Service Temporarily Unavailable'); header('Status: 503 Service Temporarily Unavailable'); header('Retry-After: 600'); // 1 hour = 3600 seconds// If you want to send an email to yourself upon an error// mail("your@email.com", "Database Error", "There is a problem with the database!", "From: Db Error Watching");?><!DOCTYPE HTML><html> <head> <title>Database Error</title> <style> body { padding: 50px; background: #04A9EA; color: #fff; font-size: 30px; } .box { display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; } </style></head> <body> <div class="box"> <h1>Something went wrong</h1> </div> </body></html>Now save the file in the root of your /wp-content/ folder for it to take effect.7. Set Access And Permission Limits For User RolesAssign only the permissions that each role demands to do its tasks. For example, Editors may not need access to the WordPress database or plugin settings. Improve site security by giving only the admin role full dashboard access. Limiting access to features for fewer roles reduces the odds of an SQL injection attack.8. Enable Two-factor AuthenticationA great way to protect your WordPress site is to apply two-factor authentication (2FA). Why? Since it adds an extra layer of security to your login page. Even if a hacker cracks your password, they still wont be able to log in without getting access to the 2FA code.Setting up 2FA on WordPress goes like this:Install a two-factor authentication plugin.Google Authenticator by miniOrange, Two-Factor, and WP 2FA by Melapress are good options.Pick your authentication method.The plugins often have three choices: SMS codes, authentication apps, or security keys.Link your account.Are you using Google Authenticator? Start and scan the QR code inside the plugin settings to connect it. If you use SMS, enter your phone number and get codes via text.Test it.Log out of WordPress and try to log in again. First, enter your username and password as always. Second, you complete the 2FA step and type in the code you receive via SMS or email.Enable backup codes (optional).Some plugins let you generate backup codes. Save these in a safe spot in case you lose access to your phone or email.9. Delete All Unneeded Database FunctionsAssure erasing tables you no longer use and delete junk or unapproved comments. Your database will be more resistant to hackers who try to exploit sensitive data.10. Monitor Your Site For Unusual ActivityWatch for unusual activity on your site. You can check for actions like many failed login attempts or strange traffic spikes. Security plugins such as Wordfence or Sucuri alert you when something seems odd. That helps to catch issues before they get worse.11. Backup Your Site RegularlyRunning regular backups is crucial. With a backup, you can quickly restore your site to its original state if it gets hacked. You want to do this anytime you execute a significant update on your site. Also, it regards updating your theme and plugins.Begin to create a plan for your backups so it suits your needs. For example, if you publish new content every day, then it may be a good idea to back up your database and files daily.Many security plugins offer automated backups. Of course, you can also use backup plugins like UpdraftPlus or Solid Security. You should store backup copies in various locations, such as Dropbox and Google Drive. It will give you peace of mind.How To Remove SQL Injection From Your SiteLets say you are already under attack and are dealing with an active SQL injection on your site. Its not like any of the preventative measures weve covered will help all that much. Heres what you can do to fight back and defend your site:Check your database for changes. Look for strange entries in user accounts, content, or plugin settings.Erase evil code. Scan your site with a security plugin like Wordfence or Sucuri to find and erase harmful code.Restore a clean backup. Is the damage vast? Restoring your site from an existing backup could be the best option.Change all passwords. Alter your passwords for the WordPress admin, the database, and the hosting account.Harden your site security. After cleaning your site, take the 11 steps we covered earlier to prevent future attacks.ConclusionHackers love weak sites. They look for easy ways to break in, steal data, and cause harm. One of the tricks they often use is SQL injection. If they find a way in, they can steal private data, alter your content, or even take over your site. Thats bad news both for you and your visitors.But here is the good news: You can stop them! It is possible to block these attacks before they happen by taking the correct steps. And you dont need to be a tech freak.Many people ignore website security until its too late. They think, Why would a hacker target my site? But hackers dont attack only big sites. They attack any site with weak security. So, even small blogs and new websites are in danger. Once a hacker gets in, this person can cause you lots of damage. Fixing a hacked site takes time, effort, and money. But stopping an attack before it happens? Thats much easier.Hackers dont sit and wait, so why should you? Thousands of sites get attacked daily, so dont let yours be the next one. Update your site, add a firewall, enable 2FA, and check your security settings. These small steps can help prevent giant issues in the future.Your site needs protection against the bad guys. You have worked hard to build it. Never neglect to update and protect it. After that, your site will be safer and sounder.

Sigma may be best-known for its affordable lenses compared to first-party alternatives, but the company is making waves for its take on modern camera design. Recently, it unveiled the new Sigma BF, a camera thats essentially built for minimalism.So what does that mean? Basically, it removes as many of the exterior dials and controls as possible, while retaining an ultra-premium build quality and ensuring high-end features. But theres a little more to it than that.The body of the Sigma BF is milled from a single block of aluminum, available in either silver or black. That aluminum block is interrupted by only a few design elements dotted around the camera, and that includes stripping away controls you would normally expect to see from a high-end camera. In fact, youll only get four buttons and a dial to control your photography. Those controls, however, are built to be a little more upscale than other cameras theyre pressure sensitive and have haptics for feedback during controls. The BF is the first mirrorless camera to incorporate haptics into its controls.All of the shooting-related settings will be visible on the display when you capture a photo, and youll be able to easily operate things like aperture, ISO, and color mode.Sigma has arguably taken minimalism to the extreme here, though thats kind of the point. So much has been stripped away that theres actually no SD card slot built into it. Instead, users will leverage the 230GB of internal storage, which can store up to 4,300 RAW images, 14,000 JPEGS, or 2.5 hours of video at the highest settings. Youll be able to transfer images and video through the built-in USB-C port.The camera is, of course, built to capture high-quality photos. Its a mirrorless camera with a 24-megapixel full-frame sensor, and has a dual autofocus system. When it comes to video capture, the camera supports a 6K resolution (at 29.97fps, or 1080p at 119.88fps) and L-Log recording. The camera has an L-Mount lens mount.The Sigma BF might not appeal to professionals who want constant access to as many controls as possible, but it certainly helps push camera design forward in interesting ways. Itll be available for $1,999, however that pricing doesnt include a lens. It will ship in April 2025.For more information on the Sigma BF camera, visit sigmaphoto.com.Photography courtesy of Sigma.

In a Tokyo high-rise, storage becomes architecture. The 2,000-square-foot Akasaka Morandi I apartment, a collaboration between APOLLO Architects & Associates and Molteni designer Nicola Gallizia, transforms what typically recedes into background cabinetry and storage systems into the defining structural element of the space. Storage modules are arguably the essence of the Molteni brand, and here they become something more profound the core of the architectural experience itself.What makes this intervention particularly successful is how the storage system functions simultaneously as exhibition space, room divider, and circulation guide. When guests enter the family room, they encounter what the designers describe as theatrical visual presentation. The cabinetry becoming both gallery wall and spatial delineator. The careful materiality reinforces this duality natural oak doors create a warm canvas for display, while dark oak ceiling panels establish a powerful contrast that frames the entire composition.The sequence of movement alongside these modules creates a narrative progression from public to private, directing the guests journey through the space. This choreography of movement resonates with traditional Japanese architectural elements particularly the delicate transitions created by shoji screens and paper dividers. The storage wall thus becomes a cultural bridge, revealing unexpected commonalities between Italian design sensibilities and Japanese spatial concepts.Material choices further accentuate these sensibilities. Brass accents highlight art pieces and lighting fixtures against the restrained wood palette, while wet areas feature silver travertine and Ceppo stone-patterned ceramic tiles. These materials bring a distinctly Italian sense of controlled luxury to the space without overwhelming its essential tranquility. Where previous generations may have disguised storage as architecture, this approach embraces its functionality while simultaneously elevating it.Photography by Masao Nishikawa.

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication.The Hisense 75U6H ULED TV is now down to $488 from $698, making it a solid budget pick for those who want a big-screen experience without spending over a grand (or even half a grand). Hisense 75U6H ULED TV $488.00 at Walmart $698.00 Save $210.00 Get Deal Get Deal $488.00 at Walmart $698.00 Save $210.00 This PCMag Editors Choice-winning 75-inch 4K TV delivers bright, vivid colors thanks to its quantum-dot technology and local dimming backlight, giving a noticeable boost to HDR content. That said, its contrast isnt as deep as pricier models, and while colors pop, blacks can look a little washed out. It supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG, ensuring compatibility with most modern streaming content. However, its a 60Hz panel, meaning motion might not feel as smooth as on higher-end modelssomething gamers might notice. It does include VRR (variable refresh rate), but without AMD FreeSync or Nvidia G-Sync, serious gamers might want to look elsewhere. Additionally, its input lag sits at 11.1 ms, which is acceptable for casual gaming but not ideal for fast-paced competitive play, notes the PCMag review.For streaming and smart features, this TV runs on Google TV, which means a smooth interface and access to all major streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV, HBO Max, and more. It supports Google Assistant hands-free, letting you control the TV or smart home devices just by saying, Hey Google. If youre an Apple user, AirPlay 2 is also supported, so you can stream directly from your iPhone or Mac. The TVs remote is pretty standard with a large circular navigation pad, volume and channel rockers, and dedicated buttons for streaming services like YouTube, Prime Video, and Netflix. Theres also a built-in mic on the remote, so you can use voice commands without shouting at the TV. The TV includes four HDMI ports (one with eARC), two USB ports, an Ethernet port, an optical audio output, and multiple 3.5mm jacks for headphones and other connections. It also features a cable tuner, though it doesnt support ATSC 3.0. For setup, you can place it on a tabletop with its metal legs or mount it on the wall using VESA-compatible screws.