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#plugins

WordPress Hunk Companion Plugin Flaw Exploited to Silently Install Malicious Plugins

A critical vulnerability in the Hunk Companion WordPress plugin allows attackers to install malicious plugins, which can lead to severe security breaches.

Judge forces WordPress owner to cease battle with WP Engine

Automattic and its CEO must restore WP Engine's access to WordPress.org, concluding a contentious legal dispute.

Pulling Through Facebook posts based on if they contain questions or requests?

It is challenging to filter Facebook posts for specific types such as questions or requests using existing plugins.

React: handling updating settings without breaking component?

The LightGallery instance may not properly re-initialize after changes to settings, leading to display issues.

Plugin Conflicts Causing Site Crashes

Identify and resolve plugin conflicts by checking error logs in your hosting provider's File Manager.

Rank Math review

Rank Math is a popular WordPress SEO plugin known for its robust features and user-friendly interface.

WordPress Hunk Companion Plugin Flaw Exploited to Silently Install Malicious Plugins

A critical vulnerability in the Hunk Companion WordPress plugin allows attackers to install malicious plugins, which can lead to severe security breaches.

Judge forces WordPress owner to cease battle with WP Engine

Automattic and its CEO must restore WP Engine's access to WordPress.org, concluding a contentious legal dispute.

Pulling Through Facebook posts based on if they contain questions or requests?

It is challenging to filter Facebook posts for specific types such as questions or requests using existing plugins.

React: handling updating settings without breaking component?

The LightGallery instance may not properly re-initialize after changes to settings, leading to display issues.

Plugin Conflicts Causing Site Crashes

Identify and resolve plugin conflicts by checking error logs in your hosting provider's File Manager.

Rank Math review

Rank Math is a popular WordPress SEO plugin known for its robust features and user-friendly interface.
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NitroPack review

NitroPack is a powerful optimization plugin that significantly improves website loading times and user experience.
#community-governance

Episode #228: Maintaining the Foundations of Python & Cautionary Tales - The Real Python Podcast

Open-source projects thrive on diverse governance and funding models, as seen in Python's successful history contrasted with current WordPress challenges.

Yoast CEO calls for a 'federated' approach to WordPress repository | TechCrunch

The WordPress community faces leadership challenges and debates about democratization following WP Engine's injunction against Automattic.

Episode #228: Maintaining the Foundations of Python & Cautionary Tales - The Real Python Podcast

Open-source projects thrive on diverse governance and funding models, as seen in Python's successful history contrasted with current WordPress challenges.

Yoast CEO calls for a 'federated' approach to WordPress repository | TechCrunch

The WordPress community faces leadership challenges and debates about democratization following WP Engine's injunction against Automattic.
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#web-development

Automattic acquires WPAI, a startup that creates AI solutions for WordPress | TechCrunch

Automattic acquires WPAI to enhance AI integrations in WordPress, including the discontinuation and merging of current WPAI tools.

How to fix header after using JS Minify?

LiteSpeed Cache's JS minification may disrupt WordPress headers; exclude scripts or adjust settings to fix issues.

Build Professional Websites Without Coding or Paying More Than Once | Entrepreneur

MaxiBlocks allows users to build professional websites without coding skills at a one-time cost, making web design affordable and accessible.

How to Manage Your Website's Technical Debt - Speckyboy

To manage technical debt, focus on sustainability by choosing well-maintained tools and following best coding practices.

WordPress Multi-Multisite: A Case Study | CSS-Tricks

Create a dashboard for navigating Google Analytics data across 900 blogs on WordPress multisite, focusing on user experience and efficient data handling.

What WordPress users need to know about the Automattic and WP Engine conflict

WordPress's user-friendliness and customizability are key to its dominance, but conflicts with WP Engine raise concerns for its users.

Automattic acquires WPAI, a startup that creates AI solutions for WordPress | TechCrunch

Automattic acquires WPAI to enhance AI integrations in WordPress, including the discontinuation and merging of current WPAI tools.

How to fix header after using JS Minify?

LiteSpeed Cache's JS minification may disrupt WordPress headers; exclude scripts or adjust settings to fix issues.

Build Professional Websites Without Coding or Paying More Than Once | Entrepreneur

MaxiBlocks allows users to build professional websites without coding skills at a one-time cost, making web design affordable and accessible.

How to Manage Your Website's Technical Debt - Speckyboy

To manage technical debt, focus on sustainability by choosing well-maintained tools and following best coding practices.

WordPress Multi-Multisite: A Case Study | CSS-Tricks

Create a dashboard for navigating Google Analytics data across 900 blogs on WordPress multisite, focusing on user experience and efficient data handling.

What WordPress users need to know about the Automattic and WP Engine conflict

WordPress's user-friendliness and customizability are key to its dominance, but conflicts with WP Engine raise concerns for its users.
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#web-design

Mobile Menu help

User interface elements like hamburger icons should be noticeable and ideally labeled for clarity.
Adequate color contrast in mobile menus enhances readability and user experience.

How do I fix this?

To resolve the gap issue between your form and text, adjust CSS margins or padding.

Mobile Menu help

User interface elements like hamburger icons should be noticeable and ideally labeled for clarity.
Adequate color contrast in mobile menus enhances readability and user experience.

How do I fix this?

To resolve the gap issue between your form and text, adjust CSS margins or padding.
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#matt-mullenweg

WordPress.org statement threatens possible shutdown for all of 2025

Matt Mullenweg's actions may negatively affect the open-source image and the WordPress ecosystem.

About that brawl between the WordPress co-founder and WP Engine...

WP Engine's business practices are threatening the integrity of the WordPress open-source community, as highlighted by co-founder Matt Mullenweg.

WordPress founder sued for alleged libel and attempted extortion

WP Engine is suing Matt Mullenweg and Automattic over trademark disputes, accusing them of abuse of power and greed.

WP Engine asks judge to return access to its own WordPress plugin

WP Engine is seeking court intervention to regain access to its ACF plugin after Mullenweg revoked access, impacting its service delivery.

WP Engine asks court to stop Matt Mullenweg from blocking access to WordPress resources

WP Engine seeks court intervention to halt Mullenweg's actions, claiming irreparable harm and increased cancellation requests following negative comments.

Automattic offered employees another chance to quit over WordPress drama

Mullenweg offers employees buyout option amid WP Engine dispute, providing an exit package of nine months pay to dissenters.

WordPress.org statement threatens possible shutdown for all of 2025

Matt Mullenweg's actions may negatively affect the open-source image and the WordPress ecosystem.

About that brawl between the WordPress co-founder and WP Engine...

WP Engine's business practices are threatening the integrity of the WordPress open-source community, as highlighted by co-founder Matt Mullenweg.

WordPress founder sued for alleged libel and attempted extortion

WP Engine is suing Matt Mullenweg and Automattic over trademark disputes, accusing them of abuse of power and greed.

WP Engine asks judge to return access to its own WordPress plugin

WP Engine is seeking court intervention to regain access to its ACF plugin after Mullenweg revoked access, impacting its service delivery.

WP Engine asks court to stop Matt Mullenweg from blocking access to WordPress resources

WP Engine seeks court intervention to halt Mullenweg's actions, claiming irreparable harm and increased cancellation requests following negative comments.

Automattic offered employees another chance to quit over WordPress drama

Mullenweg offers employees buyout option amid WP Engine dispute, providing an exit package of nine months pay to dissenters.
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#wp-engine

Automattic staff walk with severance over WP Engine feud

Mullenweg feels relieved after 159 employees left, following his conflict with WP Engine over trademark licensing.

Internal blog post reveals Automattic's plan to enforce the WordPress trademark using 'nice and not nice lawyers' | TechCrunch

Automattic is intensifying trademark enforcement for WordPress, backed by strategic plans for legal action and potential new trademarks.
The ongoing dispute with WP Engine marks a significant development in WordPress's trademark strategy by Automattic.

The chaos at WordPress revolves around a clash of egos

Ongoing dispute between WordPress founder Matt Mullenweg and WP Engine affects millions of websites, centering on control and brand confusion.

The WordPress vs. WP Engine drama, explained | TechCrunch

WordPress founder accuses WP Engine of undermining key features vital for user data protection.

'I can't run a business like this': Why the WordPress row matters

The WordPress and WP Engine dispute is disrupting thousands of businesses that depend on their web publishing technologies.

New Director for WordPress.org after the old one walked away

Mary Hubbard's appointment as Executive Director signifies a pivotal moment amid ongoing conflicts between Automattic and WP Engine.

Automattic staff walk with severance over WP Engine feud

Mullenweg feels relieved after 159 employees left, following his conflict with WP Engine over trademark licensing.

Internal blog post reveals Automattic's plan to enforce the WordPress trademark using 'nice and not nice lawyers' | TechCrunch

Automattic is intensifying trademark enforcement for WordPress, backed by strategic plans for legal action and potential new trademarks.
The ongoing dispute with WP Engine marks a significant development in WordPress's trademark strategy by Automattic.

The chaos at WordPress revolves around a clash of egos

Ongoing dispute between WordPress founder Matt Mullenweg and WP Engine affects millions of websites, centering on control and brand confusion.

The WordPress vs. WP Engine drama, explained | TechCrunch

WordPress founder accuses WP Engine of undermining key features vital for user data protection.

'I can't run a business like this': Why the WordPress row matters

The WordPress and WP Engine dispute is disrupting thousands of businesses that depend on their web publishing technologies.

New Director for WordPress.org after the old one walked away

Mary Hubbard's appointment as Executive Director signifies a pivotal moment amid ongoing conflicts between Automattic and WP Engine.
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#security-vulnerability

Critical WordPress plugin vulnerability under active exploit threatens thousands

Thousands of WordPress sites are unpatched against a critical vulnerability in the Hunk Companion plugin, exposing them to serious security risks.

WordPress Plugin Jetpack Patches Major Vulnerability Affecting 27 Million Sites

Jetpack plugin fixed a critical vulnerability that could expose user-submitted forms to logged-in users.
Over 101 versions of the Jetpack plugin were updated due to this security flaw.

LiteSpeed Cache Plugin Vulnerability Poses Significant Risk to WordPress Websites

A high-severity security vulnerability in LiteSpeed Cache allows unauthenticated users to gain admin access, potentially jeopardizing WordPress sites.

Critical WordPress plugin vulnerability under active exploit threatens thousands

Thousands of WordPress sites are unpatched against a critical vulnerability in the Hunk Companion plugin, exposing them to serious security risks.

WordPress Plugin Jetpack Patches Major Vulnerability Affecting 27 Million Sites

Jetpack plugin fixed a critical vulnerability that could expose user-submitted forms to logged-in users.
Over 101 versions of the Jetpack plugin were updated due to this security flaw.

LiteSpeed Cache Plugin Vulnerability Poses Significant Risk to WordPress Websites

A high-severity security vulnerability in LiteSpeed Cache allows unauthenticated users to gain admin access, potentially jeopardizing WordPress sites.
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Tumblr launches its interest-focused Communities out of beta | TechCrunch

Tumblr's Communities feature enhances user connection by allowing semi-private spaces for networking based on shared interests, marking its launch out of beta.

5 Effective Strategies to Boost Your Online Presence | Entrepreneur

A professional online portfolio has become essential for success, serving as a dynamic alternative to traditional Cvs.
#php

ChatGPT writes my routine in 12 top programming languages. Here's what the results tell me

ChatGPT can effectively write code in multiple programming languages, showcasing strengths and limitations particularly with common tasks like the 'Hello, world' program.

Why is current_object_id always 0 when extending the Walker class?

The current_object_id is not set in the default WordPress Walker_Nav_Menu configuration.
Developers must override methods for advanced functionality customization in menu walkers.

ChatGPT writes my routine in 12 top programming languages. Here's what the results tell me

ChatGPT can effectively write code in multiple programming languages, showcasing strengths and limitations particularly with common tasks like the 'Hello, world' program.

Why is current_object_id always 0 when extending the Walker class?

The current_object_id is not set in the default WordPress Walker_Nav_Menu configuration.
Developers must override methods for advanced functionality customization in menu walkers.
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#json

Mastering Theme.json: You Might Not Need CSS | CSS-Tricks

Theme.json aims to enhance modularity and scalability of CSS in WordPress themes, but poses a challenge with its mental model shift.

Best way to allow selection of SVG?

Using a structured JSON format for SVG icons allows for easy management and scalability within WordPress Gutenberg blocks.

Mastering Theme.json: You Might Not Need CSS | CSS-Tricks

Theme.json aims to enhance modularity and scalability of CSS in WordPress themes, but poses a challenge with its mental model shift.

Best way to allow selection of SVG?

Using a structured JSON format for SVG icons allows for easy management and scalability within WordPress Gutenberg blocks.
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#seo

The Market Dominance and Technological Advantages That Make WordPress Nearly Irreplaceable as a CMS - GREY Journal

WordPress dominates the CMS market with nearly 63% share and powers over 478 million sites.

How managed WordPress hosting can level up your SEO | MarTech

Website performance is crucial for SEO success, not just keywords and content.

Master Your Blog with These 10 Essential Blog Tools - My Money Chronicles

A blog is an empowering platform for sharing insights, establishing authority, and enhancing online presence.

The Market Dominance and Technological Advantages That Make WordPress Nearly Irreplaceable as a CMS - GREY Journal

WordPress dominates the CMS market with nearly 63% share and powers over 478 million sites.

How managed WordPress hosting can level up your SEO | MarTech

Website performance is crucial for SEO success, not just keywords and content.

Master Your Blog with These 10 Essential Blog Tools - My Money Chronicles

A blog is an empowering platform for sharing insights, establishing authority, and enhancing online presence.
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#automattic

159 employees are leaving Automattic as CEO's fight with WP Engine escalates | TechCrunch

Mullenweg reported that 159 employees, about 8.4% of staff, accepted a severance package amid disagreements over the direction of WordPress.

WordPress.com owner Automattic snaps up grammar checker Harper | TechCrunch

Automattic has acquired Harper, a privacy-focused grammar tool for developers, to enhance its content services across its platforms.

WordPress demands conf organizers share social media logins

WordCamp organizers face pressure from Automattic regarding social media control amid community tensions over trademark and open-source contributions.

WPGraphQL Becomes A Canonical Plugin: My Move To Automattic | CSS-Tricks

Jason Bahl's WPGraphQL plugin is a significant part of the WordPress ecosystem, and he is joining Automattic.

Automattic offered employees another chance to quit - this time with nine months' severance | TechCrunch

Automattic's CEO offered a new severance package, raising concerns about employee transitions and community access rights.
Short decision windows can undermine employee agency and raise ethical questions about company leadership.

159 employees are leaving Automattic as CEO's fight with WP Engine escalates | TechCrunch

Mullenweg reported that 159 employees, about 8.4% of staff, accepted a severance package amid disagreements over the direction of WordPress.

WordPress.com owner Automattic snaps up grammar checker Harper | TechCrunch

Automattic has acquired Harper, a privacy-focused grammar tool for developers, to enhance its content services across its platforms.

WordPress demands conf organizers share social media logins

WordCamp organizers face pressure from Automattic regarding social media control amid community tensions over trademark and open-source contributions.

WPGraphQL Becomes A Canonical Plugin: My Move To Automattic | CSS-Tricks

Jason Bahl's WPGraphQL plugin is a significant part of the WordPress ecosystem, and he is joining Automattic.

Automattic offered employees another chance to quit - this time with nine months' severance | TechCrunch

Automattic's CEO offered a new severance package, raising concerns about employee transitions and community access rights.
Short decision windows can undermine employee agency and raise ethical questions about company leadership.
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Woocommerce checkout spinning page loading icon blocking payments

The 403 error for wx-ajax indicates a server permission issue preventing the checkout process from completing.

The Complete Guide to Getting More Social Traffic To Your Blog

Buffer introduces Digg Digg, a plugin to enhance social sharing on WordPress, aiming to increase user engagement and site traffic.
#cybersecurity

Millions of websites vulnerable due to cache plugin

LightSpeed plugin vulnerability allows hackers to escalate privileges and control WordPress sites, affecting millions of users.
Patch released, but millions remain at risk.

Jetpack patches 8-year-old bug, and you should too

Ensure the Jetpack plugin is updated to protect against a serious vulnerability.
The vulnerability allows logged-in users to read submitted contact forms.
Jetpack warns that knowledge of the flaw may attract potential exploitation attempts.
Given its prevalence, site admins should actively check their Jetpack version.

Millions of websites vulnerable due to cache plugin

LightSpeed plugin vulnerability allows hackers to escalate privileges and control WordPress sites, affecting millions of users.
Patch released, but millions remain at risk.

Jetpack patches 8-year-old bug, and you should too

Ensure the Jetpack plugin is updated to protect against a serious vulnerability.
The vulnerability allows logged-in users to read submitted contact forms.
Jetpack warns that knowledge of the flaw may attract potential exploitation attempts.
Given its prevalence, site admins should actively check their Jetpack version.
morecybersecurity

How to Replace URLs with Buttons in wpDataTables Plugin in WordPress?

The JavaScript modification may not be executing if the wpDataTables are rendered afterward, ensuring load order is crucial.

Council Post: How WordPress Grew Into A Compelling Option For Enterprises Seeking A Composable DXP

WordPress is increasingly recognized as a reliable and secure tool for enterprise-level web content management.
#open-source

The Inevitability of Mixing Open Source and Money

The Open Source Pledge aims to financially support Open Source projects based on company size and workforce.

The WordPress vs. WP Engine drama, explained | TechCrunch

Matt Mullenweg criticized WP Engine for its practices, leading to a legal dispute over trademark usage and contributions to the WordPress community.

The messy WordPress drama, explained

WordPress community is engaged in a heated debate over ethics and profit-driven companies' impact on open-source software.

The Inevitability of Mixing Open Source and Money

The Open Source Pledge aims to financially support Open Source projects based on company size and workforce.

The WordPress vs. WP Engine drama, explained | TechCrunch

Matt Mullenweg criticized WP Engine for its practices, leading to a legal dispute over trademark usage and contributions to the WordPress community.

The messy WordPress drama, explained

WordPress community is engaged in a heated debate over ethics and profit-driven companies' impact on open-source software.
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WordPress is Entering its End-Stage Founder Period | HackerNoon

WordPress is at its 'end-stage founder' moment, which demands self-awareness and acknowledges the importance of contributions beyond the founder's self.

WordPress.org's latest move involves taking control of a WP Engine plugin

WordPress.org launched Secure Custom Fields to address security concerns and remove commercial upsells from the advanced ACF plugin. This change stems from legal conflicts with WP Engine.

How to Automate WordPress using Python

Python can automate various WordPress tasks through API requests after proper authentication using an Application Password.

What is this Red dot in the Wordpress sidebar?

The red dot in the WordPress sidebar indicates important notifications for administrators.
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