cPGuard VDS Setup 2026 | SistemDC

cPGuard is a third-party security suite for cPanel servers that offers a WAF, a malware scanner and brute-force protection.

What Is cPGuard and What Does It Do?

As an alternative to Imunify360, cPGuard integrates through cPanel hooks. It provides real-time file monitoring, IP blacklists/whitelists and login protection.

Benefits

A native cPanel interface, low overhead, automatic quarantine, e-mail alerts.

Who Should Choose It?

cPanel hosters looking for a budget alternative to Imunify360, and mid-sized hosting companies.

How Is It Installed?

1. Prepare a cPanel VDS (AlmaLinux 9).
2. Buy a cPGuard license and assign it to the IP.
3. WHM → cPGuard plugin → Install.
4. Enable the WAF and Scanner modules.
5. Configure the alert e-mail address.

Where It Can and Cannot Be Installed

cPanel/WHM + AlmaLinux/Rocky. 2 GB+ RAM.

SistemDC Ordering Steps

SistemDC cPanel VDS + a cPGuard license (official site or reseller).

Frequently Asked Questions

cPGuard vs Imunify360?
Both are cPanel WAFs; compare features and prices.

Performance impact?
Minimal; stable once WAF learning is complete.

WordPress protection?
It offers CMS-specific rules and file integrity monitoring.