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Deep Scans and Scan History

Deep scans extend the baseline Free scan with additional provider checks and then store the results for later comparison.

Steel Security Pro Pro Updated August 9, 2026

What Steel Security checks

Pro deep providers currently include public backup directories under `wp-content`, suspicious PHP-family files in uploads, sensitive file permissions, public identity-style REST routes, and MU-plugin authentication overrides.

What scan history adds

Stored runs with timestamps, mode, finding counts, environment metadata, trend points, and run-to-run diffs.

Recommended action

Use history to understand whether the site is trending safer or accumulating new exposure over time.

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