Wordpress Alert: XML-RPC login abuse

What it looks like

Repeated authentication attempts arrive through XML-RPC on a site that exposes it.

Why it matters

Attackers may test credentials through a second login surface.

What to check

Review XML-RPC access logs and restrict the feature if the site does not need it.

Documentation

This is an exploit pattern to check in installed components, not a claim that every WordPress site has this flaw. Confirm the product and version against its advisories before treating a site as affected. See WordPress brute-force guidance, WordPress hardening guide.