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Most of these server related problems happen because of user error rather than the software. Yes, there are vulnerabilities, loop holes, that and this but in most cases sloppiness of user is the problem. Basic server hardening would taken care of most of these problems. I used Kloxo for a long time without any problems at all while everyone telling it is a security nightmare. Technically it was but But if you manage the server properly not often u would get into trouble. Unless you have something worth for hackers attention.

VestaCP is quite a good panel among all those free hosting panels outside. It's easy to install and use. Not my favorite panel but only problem I had with it was slow English support at their forum.