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Updates of Note: September 2025
In addition to the regular feature and product patches typically released, there were a few updates of note last month that may be applicable to your site including: Security-related Patches in September: WordPress (the "engine" that powers your site) received an...
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WordPress 4.1 “Dinah” Released!
Named for Jazz Singer, Dinah Washington, WordPress 4.1 was released today and brings with it a number of features focused specifically on the writing experience. All ESC! Technologies Group clients who subscribe to one of our WordPress Maintenance plans will be...
WordPress Security: Slider Revolution *update*
WordPress Plugins Another round of warnings have been issued by blogs and hosting companies alike about the Slider Revolution plugin by ThemePunch. Mostly, these new warnings are simply a reminder to those who didn't heed the alerts issued in September that they'd...
WordPress Security: WordPress 4.0.1 Critical Security Patch Released
WordPress 4.0.1 was released today to patch a critical cross-site scripting vulnerability, which could enable anonymous users to compromise your site. WordPress versions 3.9.2 and earlier are affected. If you've not yet done so, you should back up your site &...
WordPress Security: Paid Memberships Pro Critical Update
WordPress Plugins A critical vulnerability has been discovered in the memberships plugin for WordPress called Paid Memberships Pro (aka PMPro). If left unpatched, a WordPress installation utilizing a version of Paid Memberships Pro prior to 1.7.15 could allow an...
WordPress Security: WP e-Commerce Critical Update
WordPress Plugins A serious vulnerability has been discovered in the popular e-commerce plugin for WordPress called WP e-Commerce. If left unpatched, a WordPress installation utilizing version 3.8.14.3 of WP e-Commerce or earlier could allow an attacker to gain access...
WordPress Security: End of Month Vulnerability List
WordPress Plugins Below is a list of WordPress plugin vulnerabilities to be aware of for the end of October 2014. If your site is running any of the affected plugins, please upgrade immediately - or find an alternative if no patch is available. Thanks to the security...
Tech Alert: HP Power Adapter Safety Warning
Hewlett-Packard has recalled 5,577,000 notebook computer AC power cords in the US due to a problem with the AC Power Cord. The cord can overheat posing a potential fire and burn hazard. Per the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC): This recall involves...
Visit Us at Expo on the Square!
Come visit us to learn the benefits of shopping with locally owned businesses! ESC! Technologies Group will be exhibiting at Expo on the Square in Woodstock on Saturday, September 20th from 9am to 2pm. When you Shop Local First, more of your money stays close to home...
WordPress 4.0 “Benny” Released!
Named after Jazz great, Benny Goodman, WordPress 4.o was released this week and brings with it a number of great new features to your Post, Page, and Media management experience! All ESC! Technologies Group clients who subscribe to one of our WordPress Maintenance...
WordPress Security: Slider Revolution Patch
WordPress Plugins A serious vulnerability has been discovered in an outdated release of the excellent Slider Revolution plugin for WordPress. An unpatched version of the plugin may allow a hacker to download any file from your system including critical WordPress core...