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Domains Blog - Header Text - The October 2026 Cyber Attacks Explained: What Happened and How
04Nov

Recent Cyber-attacks: What PHP2Shell and AI-Found Flaws Mean for Your Website

TL;DR Recent cyber-attacks in October 2026 brought multiple serious incidents, most notably PHP2Shell: two critical flaws in the PHP programming language that attackers actively exploited. AI is helping find vulnerabilities quicker, but attackers can weaponise them faster than they can be fixed. Make sure your site runs a current, patched PHP version, keep your plugins updated, and regularly test backups. KEY TAKEAWAYS PHP2Shell (CVE-2026-109618 and CVE-2026-109619) lets attackers execute code on unpatched servers without logging in. Fixes are available in PHP 8.2.35, 8.3.36, 8.4.27, and 8.5.12. The US cybersecurity agency CISA confirmed active exploitation on 26 October 2026. Attackers attempted exploitation before the flaw […]

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Header Text: Managed cPanel vs Self-Managed VPS Hosting: The Differences Explained
22Oct

Managed cPanel vs Self-Managed VPS Hosting

TL;DR Managed cPanel Hosting gives you a dedicated virtual server where your host handles the operating system, security, updates, backups, and monitoring, while you manage websites through cPanel and WHM. A self-managed VPS costs less and gives you full root access for customisation, but you’re responsible for everything except the infrastructure and network. KEY TAKEAWAYS The difference between managed vs unmanaged VPS hosting isn’t the hardware; it’s who handles server administration. On a self-managed VPS, the host runs the infrastructure, network, and power; you’re responsible for the operating system, security, firewall, software, data, and monitoring. Adding cPanel to a self-managed VPS gives you the control panel, no […]

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Header Text: Learn What Self-Hosting n8n for Your Business Involves and Costs
20Oct

Is Self-Hosting n8n Right For Your Business?

TL;DR: Self-hosting n8nis right for your business if you have someone who can manage a Linux server, your workflows run often enough for cloud execution costs to add up, or you need more control over where data is stored and processed. If no one can manage updates, security, and backups, n8n Cloud is usually the better place to start. KEY TAKEAWAYS The n8n Community Edition is free to self-host, but you pay for the server and the time it takes to run it. n8n itself recommends self-hosting only for people experienced with servers; mistakes can cause data loss, security issues, and downtime. Self-hosting removes execution allowances, which matters because n8n Cloud plans are priced by monthly workflow executions. A South Afric […]

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Header Text: What a .co.za Really Costs, Year After Year.
07Oct

The Real Cost Of A .CO.ZA Domain Is The Renewal, Not The First-Year Price

TL;DR Compare annual renewal fees, security features, support and transfer costs before choosing a registrar, because the real cost of a .CO.ZA domain goes beyond the first-year registration price. At Domains.co.za, a .CO.ZA domain costs R99* to register and R119* to renew annually, including VAT (prices subject to change). Register a domain, enable auto-renewal, and understand the expiry and recovery rules to protect your website, email and brand. A .CO.ZA is a good choice for businesses targeting South African customers, while a .COM may suit international markets. * Ts & Cs apply. New domain registration only. No premium domains. KEY TAKEAWAYS A .CO.ZA domain is the same registry product wherever you buy it. Compare the r […]

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Header Text: Looking at Self-Hosted n8n vs n8n Cloud: The Differences Explained
18Sep

Self-Hosted n8n vs n8n Cloud: Which Option Is Right For Your Needs?

TL;DR Choosing between self-hosted n8n and n8n Cloud comes down to how much control and responsibility you want. Cloud is easier to set up and manage, making it ideal for beginners and smaller teams. Self-hosted n8n offers greater control over your data, server resources and costs as your automation needs grow. With Domains.co.za Self-Hosted n8n VPS Hosting , you get pre-installed n8n on local South African infrastructure, unlimited workflows, scalable resources and full data control, without having to configure everything from scratch. KEY TAKEAWAYS Self-hosted n8n means the platform is installed and runs automations on your own infrastructure. n8n Cloud is the fully managed version of n8n for those who want automation with […]

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Header Text: VPS Hosting Server RAM, vCPU and NVMe Sizing Explained
07Sep

How To Choose A VPS Plan: Sizing RAM, vCPU, And NVMe For Your Workload

This blog will explain how much RAM do I need for a VPS. When choosing a Virtual Private Server (VPS) plan, the wrong sizing can lead directly to poor performance and wasted money. Too little RAM and storage can bring down your site, and extra vCPU cores will not fix slow plugins or bad code. The safest way is to measure VPS specs first instead of guessing. The golden rule is memory first, storage second, and CPU last. In this guide, we’ll show you how to size RAM, vCPU, and NVMe storage for your specific workload. We’ll also cover bandwidth, VPS Hosting types, and when to upgrade. TL;DR: Choosing the right VPS plan isn’t about buying the biggest server you can afford. Start with RAM, then size your storage and vCPU base […]

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Header Text: What is VPS Hosting and How Does It Work for South Africans?
02Sep

What Is VPS Hosting? A South African Guide

A VPS is a virtual machine sold as a service, with its own operating system, root access, and a fixed share of a physical server’s CPU, memory, and storage. A hypervisor built into Linux VPS hosting manages hardware partitioning, giving you a virtualised environment. Unlike shared hosting, you aren’t limited by other tenants; unlike dedicated servers, you aren’t paying for an entire physical machine. In South Africa, the decision adds two variables overseas guides miss: physical server proximity relative to your visitors, and Section 72 of POPIA regarding offshore personal data transfers. In this post, we answer: What is VPS hosting, and is it right for you? TL;DR VPS Hosting offers more control, allocated memory and sto […]

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Self-Hosted n8n VPS Hosting
28Jul

n8n VPS Hosting: Run Unlimited Automations On Your Private Server

Domains.co.za, a leading local domain name and hosting provider, has launched its latest innovative solution: Self-Hosted n8n VPS Hosting. This high-performance, locally hosted VPS (Virtual Private Server) Hosting solution enables developers, digital agencies, and growing businesses to automate repetitive tasks, connect apps and systems, and build AI-powered workflows. With pre-installed n8n, a popular open-source automation platform, businesses can start automating in minutes without the limitations of third-party platforms. TABLE OF CONTENTSAutomation & AI in 2026Self-Hosted n8n VPS Hosting: Key Benefits to CustomersSelf-Hosted n8n VPS Hosting: Built for Performance, Reliability, and ScaleAbout Domains.co.zaOther Blogs of […]

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Header Banner: AI Agents Go Rogue and Hack into Hugging Face Database
27Jul

OpenAI Autonomous AI Agents Escape And Hack Hugging Face: What Happened?

In what feels like a bad sci-fi movie, ‘some’ autonomous AI agents broke out of an isolated test environment, accessed the internet, and hacked into a private database. All by themselves! According to OpenAI, the incident happened during an internal test designed to test how far advanced AI models could go when solving complex cyberattack scenarios. The models subsequently “escaped” containment and hacked Hugging Face. It wasn’t malicious, but they did act on their own, and that is the part we should take seriously. Generative AI risks are becoming harder to prevent, and attacks are happening faster. If your Web Hosting or site security is outdated; or something you keep saying “I’ll get to”, it makes it even […]

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Header Text: OpenAI Has Been Accused of Trade Secret Theft By Apple
17Jul

The New OpenAI Class Action Lawsuit: This Time It’s Not About Data

For the last few years, most of the major AI legal battles have focused on data: what was collected, whether it was copyrighted, and whether AI companies had permission to use it. OpenAI is involved in a lawsuit with The New York Times over copyrighted content used in training data for its AI models. However, OpenAI’s latest legal woes aren’t about generative AI tools and scraped websites. Now it is being accused of something more tangible: stealing. Apple filed a lawsuit against the AI giant, alleging trade secret theft and claiming that it used former employees and underhanded recruitment tactics to do so. KEY TAKEAWAYS The Apple lawsuit alleges that OpenAI stole trade secrets and other protected company information. A […]

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