Latest Product Updates and Feature Enhancements on Joomla! CMS
Joomla 5.4.5 Bugfix Release
Joomla has released version 5.4.5, a bugfix update for its 5.x series. This release addresses issues such as recursion prevention in plugins, timezone conversion fixes, and improvements in media mana...ger functionalities. The update highlights Joomla's commitment to accessible web design and security. The full list of changes is available on GitHub.
Joomla 6.1 Release Candidate 3
Joomla has announced the availability of Joomla 6.1 Release Candidate 3, aimed at allowing developers to test extensions and users to explore new features before the final release on April 14, 2026. ...This version is not for production use and focuses on testing and identifying issues. Key updates include dispatcher support for the jooa11y plugin.
Joomla 6.1 Release Candidate 2
Joomla has released the 6.1 Release Candidate 2, designed for testing purposes. This version allows developers to test extensions and report issues before the final release on April 14, 2026. It intr...oduces new features and invites users to explore them. The release is not suitable for production sites and focuses on testing and bug reporting.
Joomla 6.0.4 & 5.4.4 Security & Bugfix Release
Joomla has released versions 6.0.4 and 5.4.4, focusing on security and bug fixes. Key improvements include ACL hardening, SQL injection prevention, and XSS vector fixes. The updates enhance Joomla's ...core functionality, maintaining its reputation for security and simplicity. Users can upgrade via the official site, with support for Joomla 5.4.x continuing until 2027.
Joomla 6.1 Release Candidate
Joomla has announced the release of Joomla 6.1 Release Candidate, available for testing. This version aims to allow developers to test their extensions and users to explore new features. The final st...able release is expected on April 14, 2026. The release is not suitable for production sites and focuses on testing and bug reporting.
Joomla 6.0.3 & 5.4.3 Bugfix Release
Joomla has released versions 6.0.3 and 5.4.3, focusing on bug fixes and security improvements. These updates enhance Joomla's accessibility, security, and simplicity. Key fixes include resolving PHP ...8.5 deprecation warnings and security vulnerabilities. Users can download these updates from Joomla's official site. A hotfix is available for a Firefox-related issue with the TinyMCE editor.
Joomla 6.0.2 & 5.4.2 Security & Bugfix Release
Joomla has released versions 6.0.2 and 5.4.2, focusing on security and bug fixes. These updates include support for PHP 8.5 and address vulnerabilities like inadequate content filtering and XSS vecto...rs. The releases enhance Joomla's open-source web platform, emphasizing security and usability. Detailed changes and upgrade instructions are available on GitHub.
Joomla 5.3.3 Bugfix Release
Joomla has released version 5.3.3, a bugfix update for its 5.x series. This release addresses issues like invalid breadcrumb JSON-LD and strict routing for frontend forms. Joomla 5.3.3 maintains the ...platform's focus on accessibility, inclusiveness, and security. Users can upgrade from Joomla 4.4.x without migration, and support for Joomla 4.4 continues until October 2025.