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wp_remote_post() test to noc1.wordfence.com failed! Response was: cURL error 7

Wordfence attempts to reach noc1.wordfence.com to verify the license and download firewall updates. The request uses wp_remote_post which relies on the PHP cURL extension.

The server returns cURL error 7, meaning the TCP connection could not be established. This typically results from outbound traffic being blocked by a firewall, network routing issue, or security policy.

Symptoms

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License activation fails
Wordfence shows an error when trying to activate or renew the license.
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Firewall rules do not update
No new rules are downloaded and the scan stops.
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Scan aborts immediately
Wordfence scan never starts or stops at the first step.

Common Causes

Outbound firewall block
Host firewall denies connections to 52.25.185.95 on ports 80 and 443.
Network routing restriction
ISP or hosting provider drops the TCP handshake to the Wordfence server.
cURL mis‑configuration
Missing CA certificates or disabled IPv6 prevents a successful handshake.
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