GOAL
The goal of this project was to recover a compromised Joomla website, remove malware, upgrade the website from Joomla 3 to Joomla 6, update all installed extensions and custom developments, and ensure complete website functionality, security, and compatibility after the upgrade.
Scope of Work
- Joomla 3 to Joomla 6 upgrade
- Malware removal and website cleanup
- Joomla extension updates
- Custom component compatibility updates
- Custom module compatibility updates
- Template compatibility review
- Security hardening
- Website functionality testing
- Performance and stability verification
Key Challenges
- Detecting and removing malicious code without impacting website functionality.
- Migrating the website safely from Joomla 3 to Joomla 6.
- Updating all installed extensions while maintaining compatibility with Joomla 6.
- Ensuring the custom Infinique component remained fully functional after the upgrade.
- Updating and validating custom modules developed specifically for the website.
- Testing SP Page Builder layouts and content to ensure compatibility with the latest Joomla version.
- Resolving template compatibility issues within the Flex Template framework.
- Validating website security and stability after malware removal.
What We Delivered
Joomla Extensions & Technologies Used
This project combined Joomla security recovery, malware removal, custom application maintenance, and a complete Joomla 3 to Joomla 6 upgrade to deliver a secure and future ready website.
Results
The Infinique website was successfully cleaned of malware, upgraded from Joomla 3 to Joomla 6, and brought fully up to date with the latest extension and custom component versions. All SP Page Builder pages, custom modules, and the custom Infinique component were validated and tested to ensure compatibility with Joomla 6. The website is now secure, stable, easier to maintain, and fully compatible with the latest Joomla platform while preserving existing functionality and content.