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WordPress Foundation has filed trademark applications for "Managed WordPress" and "Hosted WordPress," potentially restricting commercial use of these terms by web hosts and plugin developers. Learn how this move could impact the WordPress ecosystem and the legal dynamics involved.
WP Engine has filed a lawsuit against WordPress, Automattic, and Matt Mullenweg over trademark disputes. Automattic is countersuing, with both sides accusing the other of harmful conduct within the WordPress community. Learn more about this escalating legal battle and its potential impact.
WP Engine
WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg sparked controversy at WordCamp USA 2024 by criticizing WP Engine's contributions to the platform, leading to widespread backlash on social media. His comments ignited a debate on the role of companies in open source communities and the future of WordPress.
A major security flaw in the LiteSpeed Cache plugin for WordPress allows hackers to take over websites. Updating alone won’t fix the issue—manual steps are required to secure your site. Learn how to protect your WordPress site from this critical vulnerability.
WordPress 6.6.2 brings 26 fixes, including a key CSS specificity issue affecting site design. This update also resolves bugs in the WordPress core and Gutenberg editor, enhancing site functionality and performance. Update now for improved stability and visual consistency.
A significant security concern has been raised for users of the Essential Addons for Elementor plugin on WordPress, affecting more than two million websites.
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The well-regarded WordPress plugin, Rank Math SEO, a tool favored by over two million website owners for optimizing search engine visibility, has recently undergone a crucial security update.
WordPress
Over the recent weekend, the Astra theme for WordPress, celebrated for its widespread use and versatility, implemented a crucial security patch.
Web Development
Learn about the critical RCE vulnerability in Bricks Visual Site Builder for WordPress, rated 9.8/10, actively exploited. Find out how to protect your site with the latest security patch.
Web Development
Explore the latest insights from the WordPress user survey, delving into user frustrations, shifting preferences, and market trends. Discover key findings and recommendations for WordPress to address user concerns and foster a more inclusive community.
Discover the critical vulnerability affecting over 600,000 WordPress sites due to the SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle plugin. Learn about the stored XSS flaw and the recommended actions to safeguard your website and visitors.
Stay protected! Discover how a critical vulnerability in a popular WordPress backup plugin affects over 200,000 sites. Learn why updating to version 1.2.6 is crucial to prevent potential denial-of-service attacks.