WordPress 4.4.2 Security Maintenance Release

WordPress 4.4.2 is now available, and it’s crucial to update your sites immediately as this release addresses significant security vulnerabilities.

Security Fixes

Two security issues impact WordPress versions 4.4.1 and earlier:

  • SSRF Vulnerability: Reported by Ronni Skansing, affecting specific local URIs.
  • Open Redirection Attack: Reported by Shailesh Suthar.

We appreciate both reporters for their responsible disclosure.

Bug Fixes

In addition to the security patches, WordPress 4.4.2 resolves 17 bugs in versions 4.4 and 4.4.1. For more information, please review the release notes or the list of changes.

How to Update

You can download WordPress 4.4.2 directly or update it through your dashboard:

  • Go to Dashboard → Updates and click “Update Now.”
  • Sites with automatic background updates will start updating to WordPress 4.4.2 automatically.

Could you update your sites to WordPress 4.4.2 to maintain security and stability?

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