As most of you already know, Wordpress 2.2.1 was released yesterday. This version is not only a bug fix release but also includes patches for several vulnerabilities. As usual, everyone is advised to immediately upgrade their Wordpress installations.
Notable Bug Fixes:
- Atom feed validation fixes
- XML-RPC fixes
- Widget backward compatibility fixes
- Widget layout fixes for IE7
- Page and Text Widget improvements
click here for the complete list of bug fixes.
Fixed Vulnerabilities:
- Remote shell injection in PHPMailer
- Remote SQL injection in XML-RPC Discovered bwy Alexander Concha
- Unescaped attribute in default theme
If you were having problems trying to access this blog earlier, that was because I was in the process of upgrading my installation to Wordpress 2.2.1. The upgrade went well and smooth, with no problems whatsoever. Btw, the “Deactivate All Plugins” button really helps when you’re doing an upgrade. I hope that they included the “Activate All Plugins” in the next version.
Still using an old version of Wordpress? What are you waiting for? Download Wordpress 2.2.1 and upgrade your installation now!
Says:
June 23rd, 2007 at 4:02 pm
How I just wish I had the luxury of time to upgrade to the latest version. I think I should wait till I can finally transfer host, and hope everything will go smooth!
June 23rd, 2007 at 6:58 pm
@deuts - It doesn’t take much time to do an upgrade. You do have a good and stable Internet connection right? Just a few minutes to remove the old files and upload the new ones then you’re done.
So have you found a new webhost?
June 23rd, 2007 at 9:47 pm
No, I’m afraid I have not. The problem, I still have to update all my plugins. Anyway, hopefully soon, I may be able to upgrade!
June 24th, 2007 at 1:08 pm
@deuts - I see. Any prospects though? Which plugins do you need to update? Let me know if you need any help.
June 24th, 2007 at 6:37 pm
I really hope upgrading would be worth the time.
June 25th, 2007 at 5:49 am
Quick and easy. Love the fact that we have the disable all plugins feature..
June 25th, 2007 at 7:43 am
@Karlo - Whenever it involves securities issues and vulnerabilities, it’s always gonna be worth the time.
@trench - I know, makes life easier, doesn’t it? Hehe
June 26th, 2007 at 6:15 am
Well. I guess it’s worth the try. The first time I tried an upgrade, all my files were corrupted. SIgh.
Time to backup those files! Thanks Jaypee!
June 26th, 2007 at 7:09 pm
@Karlo - Sure is! That’s why it’s good to always have a backup of all your files before doing an upgrade. You’re welcome!
June 29th, 2007 at 5:06 am
WP 2.2.1 is a good upgrade in terms of security
June 30th, 2007 at 8:39 pm
@Syaf - Yup. Like I said earlier, as long as it involves security updates, it’s always a good upgrade.
July 19th, 2007 at 4:02 am
hi jaypee. did you encountered any problem with the notifications and contact form when you installed 2.2.1?
i co-admin another wp site running in 2.2.1 and it seems that we are not receiving email through the contact form? also, no notifications are arriving.
July 19th, 2007 at 6:45 pm
@iRonnie - I don’t remember having any problems when I upgrade to Wordpress 2.2.1.
Maybe you can check with your web host if they upgraded PHP or did any changes that could have affected the PHP mailer which Wordpress uses to send the notifications which is also used by the contact form.