Cybersecurity Malware Scan Report: SayPro Learning Portal.

Department: SayPro Websites and Apps Office
Governance: SayPro Marketing Royalty
Document Title: Full Malware Scan – SayPro Learning Portal
Framework Reference: SCMR-6 – SayPro Monthly Malware Scanning
Scan Period: June 2025

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1. Introduction

This document outlines the June cybersecurity procedure to perform a full malware scan on the SayPro Learning Portal. This platform is vital to SayPro’s e-learning ecosystem, serving students, educators, and administrative personnel. The scan ensures the portal remains malware-free, secure, and fully compliant with internal policies and international data protection standards.

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2. Purpose

The goal of this scan is to:

• Detect and remove any existing malware, spyware, or ransomware
• Prevent unauthorized access or code injections
• Ensure the Learning Portal remains fully functional and secure
• Safeguard user data, learning content, and interactive features

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3. Scan Scope

The malware scan covers the entire SayPro Learning Portal ecosystem, including:

• User authentication systems (login, registration, password recovery)
• Administrative and learner dashboards
• Embedded content (videos, documents, SCORM packages)
• Messaging, discussion forums, and assignment upload areas
• LMS plugins, integrations, and APIs
• Server configuration files and scripts
• Database entries and dynamic content
• Course content management modules

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4. Tools and Techniques Used

SayPro uses both proprietary and open-source security tools to conduct the scan:

• SayPro CyberScan Engine (Internal)
• ClamAV / ImunifyAV for Linux server-level scanning
• OWASP ZAP for vulnerability detection
• Sucuri SiteCheck for surface-level malware analysis
• LMS security plugins (e.g., for Moodle or LearnDash)
• Manual file inspection via Git and File Manager

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5. Step-by-Step Procedure

Step 1: Pre-Scan Setup

• Notify SayPro LMS Admins and instructors
• Back up LMS data and content repositories
• Disable caching and auto-publish features temporarily
• Place the site in maintenance mode (if needed)

Step 2: Malware Scan Execution

• Run SayPro CyberScan for full platform analysis
• Use secondary tools (e.g., OWASP ZAP) for cross-verification
• Scan all content folders, media directories, and plugin files
• Identify and flag:
  • Obfuscated or encrypted script injections
  • Phishing redirects or fake login forms
  • Hidden shell files or unauthorized scripts
  • Vulnerabilities in third-party tools or LMS extensions

Step 3: Database Analysis

• Review user-generated content for malicious code
• Scan discussion boards, assignments, and notes
• Check for SQL injection attempts or hidden data fields

Step 4: Vulnerability Response

• Delete or quarantine infected or suspicious files
• Restore clean backups if needed
• Update and patch any vulnerable plugins or themes
• Reset compromised accounts and enforce new password policies

Step 5: Rescan and Recovery

• Conduct a follow-up scan to verify threat removal
• Re-enable public access and test all user functions
• Monitor system logs and server activity for 48 hours

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6. Documentation and Reporting

All scanning activity is recorded in the SayPro Malware Monitoring Log (June Entry). The following details are included:

• Date and time of scans
• Tools and versions used
• Threats detected and classification (Critical, High, Medium, Low)
• Mitigation steps taken
• Post-scan verification results
• Screenshots or logs as evidence

A complete summary will be submitted in the June Cybersecurity Report to SayPro Marketing Royalty.

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7. Coordination and Escalation

• Collaborate with the SayPro LMS Development Team to apply critical patches
• Escalate major breaches to SayPro’s Incident Response Team
• Isolate affected services if severe malware is found
• Follow SayPro’s Digital Protection & Recovery Protocol

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8. Compliance and Best Practices

The scanning process ensures adherence to:

• SayPro’s Internal Digital Protection and Privacy Policy
• Local and international data protection regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR)
• Best practices in cybersecurity and LMS management

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9. Recommendations

• Enforce two-factor authentication for LMS administrators
• Educate users on malware risks and reporting methods
• Update LMS and plugin components regularly
• Consider scheduled automated scans for high-traffic LMS sections

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10. Conclusion

The SayPro Learning Portal is a cornerstone of the organization’s digital learning mission. A full malware scan is essential to protecting its users, maintaining platform reliability, and ensuring a trusted educational environment. This task, completed in June 2025 under the SCMR-6 framework, contributes directly to SayPro’s long-term cybersecurity resilience.