WordPress 7.1.1 is now available with important security fixes, and website owners are encouraged to update their sites as soon as possible.
The latest release includes fixes for WordPress Core and the Block Editor, along with 11 security fixes. Users can install the update directly from the WordPress Dashboard by going to Dashboard → Updates and selecting “Update Now.”
Websites that support automatic background updates may receive the release automatically. After updating, administrators should check that their sites, plugins and themes are working normally.
Bijay Pokharel
Bijay Pokharel is the founder and editor of Abijita, an independent technology and cybersecurity publication he started in 2017. He covers software vulnerabilities, malware, data breaches and digital privacy, and writes practical guides to help readers protect their devices and accounts.
His goal is to turn complex security developments into clear, accurate and actionable information for both technical and general readers. Stories are based on official advisories, vendor statements and other primary sources, and are updated as new details emerge. Some of his reporting has been republished by other outlets with credit.



