Joomla 5.2.4: Enhancing Security and Performance
The Joomla! Project is excited to announce the release of Joomla 5.2.4 and Joomla 4.4.11, focusing on security enhancements and bug fixes for the 5.x and 4.x series. These updates reinforce Joomla's commitment to accessible web design, emphasizing inclusiveness, simplicity, and security in a robust open-source platform.
Key Security Fix
This release addresses a critical security issue:
- Core - SQL injection vulnerability in the Scheduled Tasks component
Notable Bug Fixes and Improvements in 5.2.4
Joomla 5.2.4 includes several important updates:
- Resolved namespace mapping issues on PHP 8.4
- Fixed PHP warnings related to debuguser and debuggroup
- Improved handling of null values during row updates
- Corrected file count in cache management
- Adjusted permissions for manually running scheduled tasks
Additional enhancements focus on accessibility, media management, and overall stability. For a comprehensive list of changes, visit the GitHub milestone page.
Joomla 4.4.11 Update
While Joomla 5 is the latest major version, Joomla 4.4.11 has been released to address the same security vulnerability. No new features will be added to Joomla 4, which will continue to receive security updates until October 14, 2025.
Download and Upgrade Information
To download Joomla 5.2.4, visit the official Joomla downloads page. For upgrade instructions and technical requirements, refer to the Joomla documentation. Always test upgrades on a copy of your production site to ensure compatibility.
Contributing to Joomla
Joomla thrives thanks to its dedicated community of volunteers. Whether you're a developer, integrator, or user, there are numerous ways to get involved. Join the community on Mattermost, participate in the Joomla! Bug Squad, or contribute to documentation. Your involvement helps Joomla grow and improve.
For more details on this release, read the official announcement on the Joomla website.
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