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Mullenweg Criticizes WP Engine for Cancellation Policy, Faces Similar Criticism for WordPress.com

Mullenweg Criticizes WP Engine for Cancellation Policy, Faces Similar Criticism for WordPress.com

Matt Mullenweg criticized WP Engine’s cancellation policy, but WordPress.com has a similar 30-day notice rule. This article explores the Reddit post that sparked the debate, community reactions, and tips for avoiding cancellation pitfalls with hosting providers.

High-Severity Vulnerability in WordPress Popular Posts Plugin Affects Over 100,000 Websites

High-Severity Vulnerability in WordPress Popular Posts Plugin Affects Over 100,000 Websites

Discover a critical WordPress Popular Posts plugin vulnerability affecting 100k+ sites. Learn how attackers exploit shortcodes and how to protect your site by updating to version 7.2.0. Stay informed about plugin security best practices and safeguard your WordPress website today.

Critical Vulnerability Found in Popular WordPress Backup Plugin: UpdraftPlus

Critical Vulnerability Found in Popular WordPress Backup Plugin: UpdraftPlus

A high-severity vulnerability in the popular WordPress plugin UpdraftPlus affects 3+ million sites, allowing unauthenticated attackers to exploit PHP Object Injection. Learn how to protect your site by updating to version 1.24.12 and ensuring your WordPress plugins and themes are secure.

Yoast Co-Founder Advocates for Leadership Reform in WordPress, Faces Pushback from Mullenweg

Yoast Co-Founder Advocates for Leadership Reform in WordPress, Faces Pushback from Mullenweg

Joost de Valk, Yoast co-founder, calls for WordPress governance reform, proposing a diverse board to replace Matt Mullenweg's sole control. Highlighting centralization and inclusivity issues, his call sparks debate on the platform’s transparency and democracy.

Critical Vulnerability in WordPress Anti-Spam Plugin Exposes 200,000+ Websites to Attack

Critical Vulnerability in WordPress Anti-Spam Plugin Exposes 200,000+ Websites to Attack

Discover the critical vulnerability in the CleanTalk Anti-Spam WordPress plugin, affecting 200k+ sites. Learn how attackers exploit reverse DNS spoofing for unauthorized access and how to secure your site with updates and proactive measures. Stay protected with these essential tips!

WP Engine vs. Automattic: Legal Battle Intensifies Over Alleged Anti-Competitive Practices

WP Engine vs. Automattic: Legal Battle Intensifies Over Alleged Anti-Competitive Practices

WP Engine intensifies its legal battle against Automattic, citing the controversial WP Engine Tracker website as evidence of customer poaching and data risks. Alleging anti-competitive practices and breaches of federal law, this dispute could reshape the WordPress hosting landscape.

Elementor Addons Vulnerability: What You Need to Know to Stay Secure

Elementor Addons Vulnerability: What You Need to Know to Stay Secure

Over 400,000 WordPress sites are at risk due to a vulnerability in the Happy Addons for Elementor plugin. Learn how to protect your site from stored XSS attacks by updating to the latest version and following essential security tips to keep your website secure and user data safe.