Fail2ban

Server security

About Fail2ban

Open-source tool that scans logs for repeated failed logins and bans the offending IP addresses.

Details

  • Free plan or free to use

    Yes

  • Open source

    Yes

  • Runs on your own server

    Yes

Not enough info yet on has an API, built for WordPress sites. Check the tool's own site.

Listing written by HostMomentum, checked 2026-11-03. Report a correction or request removal. Back to server security.

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