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The Joomla! Project has announced the release of Joomla 5.1.3 and 4.4.7, bringing important security fixes and bug improvements to the popular content management system. As a long-time Joomla user and web developer, I'm excited to share the highlights of this release with you.
Security First
This update addresses several critical security vulnerabilities, including:
- XSS vectors in Outputfilter::strip* methods
- Improper ACL for backend profile view
- XSS in HTML Mail Templates
- Cache Poisoning in Pagination
- Inadequate validation of internal URLs
It's crucial to note that two of these fixes involve behavior changes that may affect existing sites. Be sure to check the 5.1.3 release FAQ for more details.
What's New in 5.1.3?
Besides the security patches, Joomla 5.1.3 brings several improvements:
- Updated TinyMCE to version 6.8.4
- Fixed attachment handling in Mail class
- Improved Schema.org data management
- Enhanced frontend language handling for multilingual sites
- Various UI and JavaScript fixes
Joomla 4.4.7 Update For those still on the 4.x branch, 4.4.7 focuses primarily on bug fixes. While it doesn't introduce new features, it's an essential stepping stone for future upgrades to Joomla 5.x.
Upgrading to Joomla 5 If you're considering the move to Joomla 5, there's good news: upgrading from 4.4.x to 5.x is relatively straightforward. Many Joomla 4 extensions will work in Joomla 5, especially with the new Backward Compatibility Plugin. However, it's always wise to test the upgrade on a copy of your site first.
Don't feel pressured to upgrade immediately – Joomla 4.4 will be supported for two more years. Take your time to ensure all your extensions are Joomla 5 compatible.
Getting Involved
Joomla's strength lies in its community. Whether you're a coder, integrator, or user, there are many ways to contribute:
- Join discussions on Mattermost
- Help with bug reporting and testing
- Contribute to documentation
A big thank you to all the volunteers who made this release possible. Their dedication keeps Joomla secure, accessible, and powerful for users worldwide.
Ready to upgrade?
Head over to the Joomla Downloads site to get started. And if you're new to Joomla 5, why not take it for a spin at launch.joomla.org
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The Joomla Project is thrilled to announce the release of Joomla 5.1.2 and 4.4.6, focused on security enhancements and bug fixes. These updates continue Joomla's commitment to accessibility, simplicity, and security.
Security Fixes
- Core XSS Vulnerabilities: Addressed various cross-site scripting (XSS) issues, including in the accessible media selection field, fancyselect list field layout, `StringHelper::truncate` method, wrapper extensions, and the default field value in `com_fields`.
Bug Fixes and Improvements in Joomla 5.1.2
- Update Channel Reset: Added to Joomla Update Component.
- Schema.org Loading: Improved to load only in relevant forms.
- PDF Embedding: Re-enabled support.
- Field Handling: Fixes for radio buttons, checkboxes, and nested subforms.
For the full list of changes, visit GitHub.
What’s shipped with 4.4.6?
- Bugfixes
The full list on GitHub
Upgrading:
Joomla 4.4.x to 5.x is an upgrade, not a migration, ensuring a smooth transition.
How to Get Involved
Join the Joomla community, contribute to development, and help maintain documentation. The Joomla Bug Squad and CMS Release Team are always looking for new volunteers.
For Developers:
A comprehensive manual for Joomla 5 is available to help extension developers adapt to the latest changes.
Spread the Word!
Let everyone know about Joomla 5.1.2 by sharing the news with the hashtag #Joomla5.
Try Joomla 5.0
without installation at launch.joomla.org.
A Big Thank You!
Huge thanks to all the volunteers who made this release possible! Your dedication to improving Joomla is invaluable.
For more details, visit the official Joomla announcement.
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The Joomla Project is excited to announce the Joomla 5.1 Release Candidate, now available for testing. This release is designed to help developers test their extensions and allows users to explore new features like enhanced dark mode, SEO improvements, and better accessibility. However, it's not meant for production sites. The final stable release is expected around April 16, 2024. To test Joomla 5.1, you can download the Release Candidate or use the nightly build. Your feedback is crucial to ensure a smooth launch.
For more details, visit the official Joomla announcement page.
What’s New in Joomla 5.1 Release Candidate?
The Joomla 5.1 Release Candidate introduces several new features aimed at enhancing the user experience and improving overall functionality. Key updates include:
- Improved Dark Mode: Enhancements to dark mode, including a backend switch.
- SEO Enhancements: Features like trailing slash behavior and improved URL handling.
- Accessibility Upgrades: Updates to the Jooa11y Accessibility Checker Plugin.
- Guided Tours: New features for handling required fields and checkbox/radio/select lists.
- Backend Improvements: Numerous backend updates, including modal replacements and schema.org type additions.
How You Can Help
To ensure Joomla 5.1 is production-ready, your help is crucial. Testing the release, reporting bugs, and providing feedback are vital steps in this process. Developers are encouraged to test their extensions with Joomla 5.1 and report any issues at issues.joomla.org.
Documentation and Support
For those seeking guidance on Joomla 5, tutorials and documentation are available on docs.joomla.org. Developers can also contribute to the documentation to help guide other users and extension developers.
Join the Community
Extension developers can join the Joomla Community to collaborate and share insights. Stay connected with the latest developments through the Joomla Feature Tracker and the developer mailing list.
Thank You to the Volunteers!
A big thank you to all the volunteers who contributed to this release! Your efforts are greatly appreciated.
For more detailed information, visit the official Joomla announcement page.
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We're thrilled to share some exciting news with you today! After months of hard work and dedication, we're delighted to announce that the Content Uploader extension now supports importing products directly to Phoca Cart, one of the leading e-commerce extensions for Joomla.
At freakedout, we understand the importance of streamlining your processes and providing you with the tools you need to succeed. That's why we've been working tirelessly to enhance the functionality of our Content Uploader extension and make it even more powerful and versatile.
With this latest update, you can now import your products from various sources directly into Phoca Cart with just a few clicks. Whether you're migrating from another installation, updating your product catalog, or adding new items to your store, the Content Uploader makes the process quick, easy, and hassle-free.
Here are some key features of the new Phoca Cart integration:
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Effortless Product Import: Say goodbye to manual data entry! With the Content Uploader, you can import products to Phoca Cart in bulk, saving you time and effort.
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Flexible Data Mapping: Customize the import process to suit your specific needs. Map all product attributes such as name, description, price, and category effortlessly, ensuring accurate data transfer.
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Support for Various File Formats: Whether you're importing products from CSV files, Excel spreadsheets, or other sources, the Content Uploader supports a wide range of file formats for maximum flexibility.
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Automatic Error Handling: Worried about data inconsistencies or formatting errors? The Content Uploader automatically detects and handles errors during the import process, ensuring smooth and error-free imports.
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Seamless Integration: Enjoy seamless integration with Phoca Cart, ensuring that your imported products are seamlessly integrated into your online store without any compatibility issues.
We're confident that this new feature will revolutionize the way you manage your e-commerce operations and help you take your online store to new heights.
Happy uploading!
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We're excited to share the news that the Content Uploader Joomla extension (Free and Pro) are now fully compatible with the latest Joomla 5 version. If you're contemplating upgrading your website to Joomla 5, you can do so with confidence, as our software seamlessly supports this new release.
Celebrate Joomla 5 with a 25% Discount!
As a token of our excitement and gratitude for your continuous support, we are offering a special celebration discount for our Joomla 5 compatibility. Use the coupon code WELCOMEJ5 during checkout, and you'll enjoy an exclusive 25% discount on any of our Joomla extensions.
This limited-time promotion is our expression of gratitude for your choice of our products and for embarking on this journey with Joomla 5. It's an excellent chance to streamline your day-to-day work with our high-quality extensions while saving some bucks.
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Long overdue we have taken the time to create a whole new demo video of our Content Uploader for Joomla!. Please watch the video below to get a detailed idea about how the Content Uploader works and how easy it can be to get hundreds or even thousands of articles into your Joomla site!
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Honestly, it's hard for us not to be excited about this great combination. If you haven't come across our Content Uploader yet, you have been missing out. We love releasing components that help people save time, but when it is a tool that you love using internally as well, it just makes your day. There are some Content Uploader videos on YouTube and you can find the link below.
The Content Uploader basically allows you to take content created in an excel or open office spreadsheet, upload it and create articles, categories, sections and much more from each row in the worksheet.
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We're very excited about the recent release of another fantastic free extension.
You might have come across Joomailer previously, our Joomla extension that allows seamless newsletter management and re-purposing of articles via Campaign Monitor.
Taking the existing functionality of Joomailer we partnered with Kelsey from thinksync, located in Australia, and created a whole new Joomailer
Now you have choice. Original Joomailer or our free Joomailer integration with the award-winning email marketing platform Mailchimp
Head over to our comparison page to see the differences.
You may also appreciate reading about the interface improvements made by Kelsey, in this article on his blog.
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Joomailer is reaching a new level, with the popular Campaign Monitor integration receiving a twin brother called Freddie.
More of a fraternal twin, as the Mailchimp version will have features that the Campaign Monitor component won't be able to offer and vice versa. It is an entirely new component but will still be known as Joomailer Chimp version.