Joomla the ever popular CMS (Content Management System) has just released their latest version 1.5.7. As well as various bug fixes it also includes important security updates. Although this update is not as critical as the 1.5.6 update which fixed serious vulnerabilities, as with most web hosted software, we advise upgrading to the latest version as soon as possible.
This is the first release since the creation of the JSST the Joomla Security Strike Team which was formed in August after the high level security issue fixed by 1.5.6 and we think shows Joomla’s commitment to security.
Any upgrade no matter how small requires testing and Outserve would test all customers sites before upgrading to a live site. Even a security update can change the look and feel of a site in an unexpected way so it is always better to test thoroughly. Also adequate backups should be taken and stored safely before attempting any upgrade. Outserve’s own website runs on Joomla and has now been updated to 1.5.7.
Joomla are already talking about the next version 1.5.8 which we should see soon and at Outserve we are all looking forward to version 1.6 which should include some great enhancements including auto updating of extenions (similar to WordPress).
Outserve would recommend any Joomla user still using versions before 1.5.6 upgrade as soon as possible.
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