Updates are the most important security measure for WordPress websites.
Most hacked sites are running outdated software.

What Updates Fix #

Updates fix:

• Known security vulnerabilities
• Software bugs
• Compatibility issues
• Performance problems

Public vulnerabilities are quickly exploited.

What Needs to Be Updated #

WordPress updates apply to:

• WordPress core
• Plugins
• Themes

All three must be kept up to date.

Why Delaying Updates Is Dangerous #

Delaying updates:

• Leaves known vulnerabilities open
• Increases attack risk
• Makes recovery harder

Security issues are often exploited within days.

Updates vs Breaking Changes #

Some users fear updates because:

• Plugins may become incompatible
• Themes may change behavior

However:

• Not updating is more dangerous
• Testing updates is safer than ignoring them

Staging environments reduce risk.

Updates and Responsibility #

You are responsible for:

• Monitoring available updates
• Applying updates
• Testing after updates

ProRedLine does not manage WordPress updates automatically.