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Wordfence Intelligence Weekly WordPress Vulnerability Report (March 3, 2025 to March 9, 2025)

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TLDR: Wordfence's Bug Bounty Program offers up to $31,200 for reporting vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins/themes. Last week saw 126 vulnerabilities disclosed across 94 plugins and 12 themes. Users can access free vulnerability reports, API, and CLI tools to enhance site security. There are 88 patched and 38 unpatched vulnerabilities. Medium (85), High (31), and Critical (10) severity levels reported. Researchers contributing to security can earn recognition and rewards for disclosed vulnerabilities.

https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2025/03/wordfence-intelligence-weekly-wordpress-vulnerability-report-march-3-2025-to-march-9-2025/

Introducing the NEW Pretty Links Developer Tools Add-On

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📣 Pretty Links Developer Tools Add-On launched! Users gain API access, webhooks, and automation for streamlined link management. Ideal for handling large link volumes across platforms, this tool enhances control, tracking, and integration efficiency. Key features include real-time syncing, automated alerts for link changes, and programmatic management. Perfect for marketers, enterprises, SaaS providers, and affiliate managers seeking advanced link solutions. Set up requires installing Pretty Links and activating the Developer Tools. Explore its capabilities to optimize your link strategies!

https://prettylinks.com/blog/link-mangement-developer-tools/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=link-mangement-developer-tools

Use Genuine Wordfence and Stay Secure, Stay Supported, and Avoid Malware, Vulnerabilities and Backdoors

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Genuine Wordfence is only available from Wordfence.com or the WordPress Plugin Repository. Counterfeit versions exist, often claiming to offer Premium features but only provide a modified free version without true benefits. Nulled versions pose security risks, lack updates, offer no support, and violate copyright. Use Genuine Wordfence for security, stability, and support for your WordPress site.

https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2025/03/genuine-wordfence/

Building WordPress Custom Themes From The Ground Up

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Modern WordPress theme development includes classic PHP themes, hybrid, and block-based full-site editing. It utilizes a template hierarchy for content display, supported by Advanced Custom Fields (ACF®) for enhanced features. Best practices emphasize modular structures, optimization, and accessibility. The guide covers custom theme creation from scratch to advanced hybrid functions, leveraging tools like ACF to enable dynamic content management while maintaining performance and flexibility. Developers are encouraged to follow design best practices for maintainability and user experience, emphasizing structure, functionality, and scalability throughout the theme building process.

https://www.advancedcustomfields.com/blog/wordpress-custom-theme-development/

ACF Chat Fridays: March Open Forum

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ACF Chat Fridays is a monthly gathering for the Advanced Custom Fields community, focusing on plugin updates, features, and optimizing WordPress workflows. The March 7, 2025 session highlighted ACF PRO 6.4 Release Candidate 1, emphasizing compatibility with WooCommerce and improvements to the block editor. Key features include enhanced UX, custom icon sets, and a new block registration interface. The session included Q&A about structuring field groups and minimizing conflicts in production. Upcoming sessions are scheduled for the first Friday of each month, encouraging community engagement and feedback.

https://www.advancedcustomfields.com/blog/acf-chat-fridays-march-open-forum/

ACF PRO 6.4 Release Candidate 1

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ACF PRO 6.4 release candidate introduces WooCommerce high-performance order storage (HPOS) support. Not for production use; tested on staging/dev sites. HPOS stores orders in custom tables, requiring ACF to refactor data handling. Testing requires login to access RC and create/edit field groups for WooCommerce orders. Future updates expected based on feedback. Key updates include HPOS integration, default disabled warnings, and improved translations.

https://www.advancedcustomfields.com/blog/acf-pro-6-4-release-candidate-1/

WordPress Security Research Series: WordPress Security Architecture

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WordPress Security Research Series continues with an overview of the importance of understanding WordPress’s unique security architecture, relevant for vulnerability researchers. The article emphasizes recognizing security mechanisms, testing implementations, and identifying areas vulnerable due to improper use of WordPress security functions. Key topics include the importance of static and dynamic analysis, the role of sources, sinks, and data flow in identifying vulnerabilities, and the necessity for proper input handling and validation practices. A security ethos encourages developers to avoid trusting data and utilize the WordPress Security API effectively for validation and sanitization. Understanding these aspects is critical for researchers hoping to contribute to enhancing WordPress security through the Bug Bounty Program.

https://www.wordfence.com/blog/2025/03/wordpress-security-research-series-wordpress-security-architecture/

What Is the Difference Between Pages and Posts in WordPress?

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WordPress features two primary content types: pages and posts. Pages are static and foundational (e.g., Home, About Us), while posts are dynamic, time-sensitive content (e.g., blog updates). Pages don’t appear in blog feeds or allow categorization/tagging, whereas posts do. Pages are crucial for user navigation and maintaining site structure, while posts are ideal for updates and ongoing engagement. Understanding their distinct functions helps optimize website structure, enhance SEO, and improve user experience. Balancing both ensures a well-functioning, informative site. Jetpack AI Assistant can streamline content creation for both types.

https://jetpack.com/resources/wordpress-pages-vs-posts/

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