WordPress Security Blog
Weekly vulnerability reports, security tips, and WordPress security news to keep your site safe.
WordPress 7.0 Release Candidate 1
The first Release Candidate (“RC1”) for WordPress 7.0 is ready for download and testing! This version of the WordPress software is still under development.
WordPress 7.0 Beta 5
WordPress 7.0 Beta 5 is ready for download and testing! This version of the WordPress software is still under development.
WordPress 6.9.4 Release
WordPress 6.9.4 is now available WordPress 6.9.2 and WordPress 6.9.3 were released yesterday, addressing 10 security issues and a bug that affected template file loading on a limited number of sites. The WordPress Security Team has discovered that not all of the security fixes were fully applied, therefore 6.9.4 has been released containing the necessary […]
WordPress 6.9.3 and 7.0 beta 4
WordPress 6.9.2 was released earlier today and addressed 10 security issues. A few users have subsequently reported an issue where the front end of their site was appearing blank after updating to 6.9.2.
WordPress 6.9.2 Release
WordPress 6.9.2 is now available This is a security release that features several fixes. Because this is a security release, it is recommended that you update your sites immediately.
Website Uptime Monitoring: Why Every Minute of Downtime Costs You Money
Website downtime costs businesses an average of $5,600 per minute. Learn why uptime monitoring is essential, how it works, and what to look for in a monitoring solution.
SSL Certificates Explained: Why HTTPS Is Non-Negotiable for Every Website
SSL certificates encrypt data between your visitors and your server, protect against man-in-the-middle attacks, and are now a Google ranking factor. Here's everything you need to know.
How Security Headers Protect Your Website: A Non-Technical Guide
Security headers are your website's first line of defense against common attacks. Learn what each header does, why they matter, and how to check if your site has them.
WordPress Security Checklist: A Complete Pre-Launch and Maintenance Guide
A comprehensive WordPress security checklist covering pre-launch hardening, ongoing maintenance, and incident response. Follow these steps to protect your site from day one.
Why WordPress Sites Get Hacked: The Most Common Reasons and How to Avoid Them
Over 90,000 WordPress sites are attacked every minute. Learn the top reasons WordPress sites get hacked and what you can do to prevent it from happening to yours.