The Pineapple Pizza Controversy: When WordPress Leadership Sparks Debate

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WordPress is a cornerstone of the internet, powering over 40% of all websites globally. It has cultivated a reputation as a robust, open-source content management system (CMS) supported by a vibrant community. However, a recent controversy involving WordPress co-founder and Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg has divided this very community. At the center of the uproar? […]

Black Friday 2024 – Some Deals You Could be Interested In

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Black Friday isn’t just the perfect time to grab new gadgets or clothing – it’s also an excellent opportunity to take your web project to the next level. Hosting providers like SiteGround and Raidboxes, design solutions like Elementor, and powerful plugins from StellarWP are offering incredible discounts that you shouldn’t miss. Check Out SiteGround’s Deals […]

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024: Focusing on WordPress Security

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As part of the annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it’s a good time to take a closer look at the security of your WordPress website. WordPress is the world’s most popular content management system (CMS), powering around 40% of all websites. However, this popularity also makes it an attractive target for cybercriminals. Especially in recent months, […]

ACF Plugin – The Ongoing Dispute Between WordPress and WP Engine: What’s Really Happening?

ACF Plugin - Between WordPress and WP Engine

The ongoing dispute between WordPress founder Matt Mullenweg and hosting provider WP Engine has taken another turn. Mullenweg recently announced that WordPress is “forking” the popular plugin Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), developed by WP Engine, and replacing it with a new version called Secure Custom Fields. This decision, according to Mullenweg, was necessary “to remove […]

WPML – Critical vulnerability in WordPress plugin puts over 1 million websites at risk

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A recently discovered security vulnerability in the WPML (WordPress Multilingual) plugin has put over a million WordPress websites at significant risk. Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on affected servers through Remote Code Execution (RCE), potentially gaining full control over the compromised websites. This security flaw, known as CVE-2024-6386, affects all versions […]