WordPress out of date - outdated version detected
The installed WordPress version is below the current stable version. Important security patches are not applied.
Why it matters
Each WordPress version fixes documented and publicly known security vulnerabilities. Outdated sites are priority targets for automated exploit bots.
How to fix
- 1
Do a full backup before updating
Use UpdraftPlus, Duplicator or a backup via your hosting provider. Back up both the database AND the files.
- 2
Update from the dashboard
WordPress Dashboard → Updates → "Update Now". WordPress also offers minor updates (e.g., 6.7.1 → 6.7.2) automatically.
- 3
Enable automatic updates (minor)
php// In wp-config.php define('WP_AUTO_UPDATE_CORE', 'minor'); // Automatic security updates - 4
Via WP-CLI (command line)
bashwp core update wp core verify-checksums
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