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Joomla 5.1.2, 4.4.6, and 3.10.16-elts Security Releases Are Here!
Joomla has released Joomla 5.1.2, Joomla 4.4.6, and Joomla 3.10.16-elts, addressing several low to moderate security issues and numerous enhancements to ensure a secure and efficient website experience.
Security Fixes:
- Multiple XSS vulnerabilities fixed, enhancing security.
Top Improvements in Joomla 5.1.2:
- PDF Embedding: Re-enabled PDF embedding #43716.
- Schema.org Form Loading: Improved for better performance #42825.
- Update Channel Reset: Added to Joomla Update Component #43717.
- Radio and Checkboxes: Fixed issues in nested subforms #43660.
- Modal-Select Form Field: Added onchange option #43618.
For a complete list of changes, see the release announcement. For Joomla 3.10.16-ELTS, refer to the release page.
As usual, Community Builder and all CB Add-Ons are fully compatible with these new Joomla versions. Please ensure you have the latest CB and CB Add-Ons versions installed for tested compatibility and your membership active.
Upgrade now to benefit from these enhancements and keep your site secure and efficient!
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We are excited to announce the release of CB Paid Subscriptions 4.7.1, a highly recommended maintenance update featuring 18 improvements, including 6 new features, 12 bug fixes and several important updates to payment gateways.
Key New Features:
- Baskets Admin View Enhancements: Compute statistics for filtered baskets and add a column with total orders for quick access (#9454, #9453).
- Family Plans Improvements: Hide the share subscriptions button unless active and update plan prices without affecting child plans (#9402).
- Plan Options Flexibility: Toggle individual option price display and specify base price for options (#9387, #9386).
- QuickPay Branding Support: Implement branding_id support for QuickPay (#9294).
This release ensures smooth operations and maintains interoperability with payment service providers.
For detailed information, please refer to the full changelog.
Upgrade now to benefit from these enhancements and keep your site running smoothly.
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We are excited to announce the release of Community Builder 2.9.2, featuring several new enhancements and important bug fixes designed to improve user experience and functionality.
The major new feature is Bootstrap 5 & FontAwesome 6 compatibility, important for new Joomla 5 sites. And here are the full list of other key features and most important bug fixes included in this release:
6 New Key Features:
- Forum Topics Display: The Posts tab now outputs topics instead of individual replies (#9424).
- Enhanced Database Checker: Improved accuracy and stricter collation checks (#9416).
- Faster User Count: New option for quicker user count in the CB Online module (#9434).
- Template Loading Toggle: Added parameter to disable template loading in core modules (#9426).
- Bootstrap 5 & FontAwesome 6 Compatibility: New compatibility modes implemented (#9392).
- Category Column Toggle: Toggle display for categories in CB Blogs and CB Articles (#9296).
17 Important Bug Fixes:
- Fixed image cropping dependency issue with jQuery UI (#9379).
- Addressed collation issues during table creation (#9337).
- Resolved display issues with CB Select when using default options (#9404).
- Fixed jQuery Validate "accept" method conflict (#9375).
- Ensured permission fields save correctly on Joomla 4 and 5 (#9354).
- Corrected tooltip loading for template elements (#9448).
- and 11 more minor bug fixes.
For a complete list of improvements and fixes, please refer to the full changelog.
To learn more about Bootstrap 5 and FontAwesome 6, read Kyle's blog on Bootstrap 5 and FontAwesome 6, explaining how to activate them, published during their early release in our nightly builds available to supportive paid members (thank you!).
CB 2.9.2 is a highly recommended upgrade, thoroughly tested to run perfectly on the latest Joomla 3.10, 4.4, and 5.1 releases.
Upgrade now to Community Builder 2.9.2 and take advantage of these enhancements!
And please make sure to keep your membership active to also get latest CB Add-Ons releases, such as the awesome new CB AntiSpam 6.0.0 and new CB Packager 7.0.0!
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Joomla 5.1.1 and 4.4.5 Are Here!
Joomla has released Joomla 5.1.1 and Joomla 4.4.5, bringing numerous enhancements and fixes to improve your website's performance and user experience.
We have gone through the list of 27 improvements and fixes in Joomla 5.5.1 and are highlighting the top 5 ones for you:
Top Improvements in Joomla 5.1.1:
- Proper Support for AVIF/WebP Images: Supports modern image formats, reducing load times and improving image quality #43295.
- Enhanced Empty State Help Links: Improves user assistance by providing contextual help links #43371.
- Backward Compatibility for Bootstrap Modals: Ensures older plugins and modules remain functional #43291.
- CodeMirror 6 JavaScript Highlighting: Enhances code editing capabilities with better JavaScript highlighting #43114.
- Improved Media Manager Thumbnails: Improves stability and user experience with better error handling for media manager thumbnails #43468.
- And 22 Other Improvements and Fixes!
As usual, the latest releases of Community Builder and of all our CB Add-Ons are fully compatible with these new Joomla versions. Please make sure to have the latest CB and CB Add-Ons versions installef for tested compatibility. Renew or upgrade your membership to update your CB Add-Ons if needed.
The Joomla 5.1.1 and 4.4.5 release announcement has a full list of improvements and fixes.
Upgrade now to take advantage of these enhancements and keep your site running smoothly!
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The Essential Role of Privacy in Web Security
In today's digital landscape, protecting user privacy is paramount. As web administrators, we must ensure that our sites are not only secure but also compliant with global privacy laws. This commitment to privacy extends to the tools we use, including CAPTCHA systems, which are crucial in defending against spambots and safeguarding user data.
Why Captchas Matter for Privacy and Security
CAPTCHAs are essential for distinguishing human users from automated bots, thus protecting your site from spam and malicious attacks. However, not all CAPTCHA solutions are created equal. Google's reCAPTCHA, for instance, has raised significant privacy concerns. The French Privacy Commission (CNIL) confirmed that reCAPTCHA collects excessive user data for purposes beyond security, which is non-compliant with many privacy regulations such as the GDPR (References [1] (in French), [2], [3] [4], [5] (in German)). This data collection can include personal information, posing a risk to user privacy.
In response to these concerns, we’ve developed CB Antispam 6.0.0, a robust and privacy-compliant alternative to traditional CAPTCHAs like reCAPTCHA. Our new version not only offers superior protection but also aligns with stringent data privacy laws, ensuring your users' data remains secure and private.
Key Features of CB Antispam 6.0.0
- Privacy-Focused Captchas: Our solution is designed to be fully compliant with global privacy standards, ensuring minimal data collection and maximum user trust. In addition of enhanced internal modes, such as the Honeypot and Delay methods, CB Antispam 6.0.0 now supports more privacy-conscius providers hCaptcha and Cloudflare Turnstile.
- Enhanced Bot Detection: With improved algorithms, CB Antispam 6.0.0 effectively identifies and blocks sophisticated spambots, maintaining your site's integrity.
- User-Friendly Experience: Our CAPTCHA challenges are straightforward for users to solve, reducing friction while maintaining high security.
Why should you upgrade to CB Antispam 6.0.0?
- Enhanced Privacy Compliance: By using CB Antispam, you avoid the privacy pitfalls associated with reCAPTCHA, thereby protecting your users' personal data and adhering to privacy laws.
- Improved Security: Our advanced bot detection mechanisms ensure that your site remains secure from automated threats, preserving your site's performance and user experience.
- Seamless Integration: CB Antispam 6.0.0 integrates effortlessly with your Joomla site, providing a hassle-free solution to enhance your site's security and privacy.
Ready to Upgrade Your Site's Security?
Don't compromise on privacy and security. Upgrade to CB Antispam 6.0.0 today and experience the benefits of a privacy-compliant, robust anti-spam solution.
Or, for the best value, consider our membership plans that grant access to all CB add-ons, enhancing your Joomla site’s functionality and security.
For a deeper dive into the new features, check out Kyle's blog post on CB Antispam 6.0.0.
Let’s secure your digital future together!
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