WordPress 6.8.1 released with 15 bug fixes across Core and Block Editor. It is a maintenance update, with more planned for 2025. Automatic updates will occur for eligible sites. Download from WordPress.org or via the Dashboard. Special thanks to contributors, especially Aaron Jorbin, for making this release possible. To contribute, visit Trac and join relevant Slack channels.
https://wordpress.org/news/2025/04/wordpress-6-8-1-maintenance-release/
TLDR: Duplicate pages in WordPress for efficiency, design consistency, and A/B testing. Methods include using plugins (e.g., Jetpack, Yoast Duplicate Post, Duplicate Page), manual duplication, or custom code for advanced users. Essential tips: review duplicates, rename titles, update SEO settings, and adjust URL slugs. Improve efficiency further with Jetpack AI Assistant for content generation and editing.
https://jetpack.com/resources/how-to-duplicate-a-page-in-wordpress/
Clear WordPress cache using plugins (WP Rocket, W3 Total Cache, WP Fastest Cache) and browser methods. Caching speeds up site loading by storing copies of pages, but updates may require manual cache clearing to reflect changes. Instructions for clearing caches in various plugins and browsers (Chrome, Safari, Firefox) are provided, alongside server and CDN cache clearing methods.
https://wpastra.com/guides-and-tutorials/how-to-clear-wordpress-cache/
Choosing the right website builder is crucial for your site. Beaver Builder is user-friendly but may lack advanced features as needs evolve.
WordPress plugins like SeedProd simplify website design without coding, aiding in creating landing pages and maintenance modes with a user-friendly interface.
SiteOrigin's Page Builder introduced drag-and-drop design to WordPress, but rapid advancements in user needs and technology necessitate new alternatives.
https://elementor.com/blog/page-builder-by-siteorigin-alternatives/
Exploring website builders? Consider alternatives to Droip Builder for more features and scalability.
Choosing a website builder is crucial for online success; while Divi is popular for its visual experience, exploring alternatives may be necessary for different features or speeds. The market offers strong options.
TL;DR: Wordfence 2024 Report
– Released 2024 Annual WordPress Security Report confirming Wordfence's leadership in WordPress vulnerability intelligence via high-quality research and Bug Bounty Program.
– 8,233 vulnerabilities added in 2024 (41.7% of CVEs); 4,534 in 2025 (29%).
– Processed 65.8% of vulnerabilities in software with 50,000+ installs in 2024; 68.2% in 2025.
– 45.2% of high-threat vulnerabilities addressed in 2024; 66.7% for software with 50,000+ installs.
– Other providers focus on lower-impact vulnerabilities, creating noise and poor disclosure practices.
– Wordfence prioritizes impactful vulnerabilities, maintaining free detailed intelligence for community protection and security improvements.
Wordfence published its 2024 WordPress security report, revealing a malware variant disguised as a normal plugin (‘WP-antymalwary-bot.php'), allowing attackers to maintain site access, hide the plugin, and execute remote code. Detected on January 22, 2025, it was swiftly addressed with a malware signature and later a firewall rule for premium users. The malware can log administrators in, execute commands via REST API, and reinfect sites using modified wp-cron.php. Indicators of compromise include C&C server pings and modified theme files. This malware indicates a trend towards AI-generated threats.
