Gutenberg 16.7 Highlights, WordPress Vulnerability Report, Git-Based Deployment, and More!

In today's podcast, we discuss the new features in Gutenberg 16.7, WordPress vulnerabilities, Git-based deployment, login attempt limits, popular WordPress brands, and enhanced patterns in WordPress 6.3. Check out the related links for more info!

New WordPress Updates: Two-Factor Authentication, Learning Pathways, and Testing Assistance

WordPress.org introduces new user interface for two-factor authentication settings. Learn WordPress seeks feedback on website reorganization. Help test WordPress 6.4 before its launch on November 7, 2023. WordPress 6.4 Beta 1 available for download and testing. Evaluating plugin accessibility for WordPress websites requires thorough testing and consideration of various factors.

WordPress.com Plugin Pages Updated, Swiss Data Protection Law, Vulnerabilities Disclosed

WordPress.com plugin pages now include download links for WordPress.org plugins. New videos discuss nurturing customers, Swiss data protection law, and automating maintenance with Playwright. A vulnerability report reveals 57 vulnerabilities affecting over five million WordPress sites.

WordCamp Asia Calls for Wapuu Design, Essential Blocks Vulnerabilities Fixed, and More!

WordCamp Asia seeks submissions for their iconic mascot, Essential Blocks plugin vulnerabilities fixed, tips to speed up WordPress dashboard, Next Generation WordPress events happening worldwide, WP Tavern introduces forums, and learn about using block patterns on WordPress.

WordPress Thriving Amidst Drama, New Video Tutorial, WooSesh 2023 Announcement, and More!

WordPress community drama sparks discussion on the importance of contribution. New video on creating a WordPress.org account. WooSesh 2023 virtual conference announced. Essential Addons for Elementor plugin users urged to update due to security vulnerability. Tickets now available for WordCamp Asia 2024 in Taipei.

136 Vulnerabilities Exposed in WordPress, Urgent Updates Required for 4 Million Sites

136 WordPress vulnerabilities reported, impacting millions of sites. Wordfence launches CLI scanner for malware detection. New ActivityPub plugin available. Concerns over WordPress.com plugin directory duplication and sock puppets in the community. #WordPress #WebsiteSecurity

WordPress Community Summit, WordCamp US, and WordPress 6.3 Release Highlighted

August 2023 brought the WordPress community together for the Community Summit and WordCamp US. WordPress 6.3 was also released, giving users a sneak peek into the future. Challenges were faced and solutions found, but security concerns arose with the Slimstat Analytics plugin. On a positive note, 10up announced their merger with Fueled, expanding their team…

Gutenberg 16.6 Introduces Block Hooks and Improvements, Mastodon and WordPress Integration

Gutenberg 16.6 released with block hooks and toolbar improvements, PHPCS and WordPress sniff options, Mastodon-WordPress integration, FestingerVault controversy, HeroPress success stories, WP-CLI power, and monetizing themes in the era of Block Editor.