Wordfence – WordPress Security Plugins
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Latest Version 8.1.4 Changes
Wordfence version 8.1.4 was released on December 20, 2025. It addresses a specific compatibility fix for sites running PHP 8.1 or higher, resolving a potential fatal error stemming from the `inet_pton` function when handling malformed IP addresses.
- 8.1.4 December 20, 2025 Fix: Fixed an issue with `inet_pton` introduced by a recent patch to PHP 8.1+ that could cause a fatal error if a malformed IP address was passed to the call.
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- Fixed an issue with `inet_pton` introduced by a recent patch to PHP 8.1+ that could cause a fatal error if a malformed IP address was passed to the call
- Updated the bundled geoip database.
- Verified compatibility with WordPress 6.9.
- Updated the bundled geoip database
- Added password scanning support for WordPress 6.8 and later
- Limited email alerts to 5 per hour by default and added notification when limit has been reached
- Improved URL scanning performance
- Updated GeoIP database
- Reduced scan result severity for vulnerabilities with high attack complexity or required privileges
- Added messaging around WAF support when NGINX Unit is detected
- Added notice and scan result about Wordfence Assistant
- Adjusted IPv6 connection issue message and appearance
- Prevented deprecation notice about calling base64_encode with free parameter
- Prevented deprecation message about calling preg_match with free parameter
- Corrected license type shown on dashboard when expiring
- Prevented disabled getmyuid function from causing fatal error
- Prevented disabled get_current_user function from causing fatal error
- Prevented notice about _load_textdomain_just_in_time being called incorrectly
- Compatibility fixes for WordPress 6.8
- Added support for hosts relocating the WAF's auto-prepend file via the constant/envvar WORDFENCE_WAF_PREPEND_DIRECTORY
- Added detection for non-repo plugins and themes to avoid the scanner reporting changes when the same slug + version exists within the wordpress.org repo
- Messaging for Central disconnections now better reflects the user making the change
- Scan errors due to unreachable Wordfence servers will now provide a link to our status page to check for outages
- Reduced the number of network calls created to sync scan issues when updates are performed in bulk
- Reworked setting caching to avoid issues with some object caches
- Reworked cURL check to avoid using WP_Http_Curl, which has been deprecated
- Normalized all wordfence.com links to be https
- Fixed a rare error that could occur on the diagnostics page when displaying a list of error logs
- Removed the "back to top" button and related script block from emailed diagnostics
- Fixed some UI coloring that did not correctly reflect the license type in use
- General compatibility improvements and better error handling for PHP 8+
- Added audit log status to the plugin dashboard
- Increased width of diagnostics text export for better legibility
- Addressed an error with mail hooks and the audit log when third party plugins send unexpected value types
Wordfence does what it says on the tin. pretty good security, runs fine in the background. solid.
Hi, I just updated to the latest version of Wordfence (7.x.x) and now I’m seeing a strange bug. The ‘Live Traffic’ view is completely empty, even though I know there’s active traffic on the site. I’ve cleared caches and tried deactivating/reactivating the plugin, but no change. Is anyone else experiencing this? My server logs show no related errors.
Glad to see 8.1.0 is out! I’m still running 7.9.9, but I heard 8.x significantly improves the centralized reporting interface. When can we expect this to roll out for users relying on the WP.org update mechanism? Thanks for the constant security work!
Wordfence is a must-have, and getting it via WPPick was an absolute pleasure. WPPick is quickly becoming my go-to for premium plugins because of their reliable source for themes and plugins. The download process was simple and fast. It’s a fantastic alternative to the official WordPress repository, offering peace of mind. Big thanks to WPPick for their amazing service!
Could you please consider adding better support or integration for multisite networks, specifically regarding per-site settings? Right now, managing different security policies for individual sub-sites is a bit cumbersome. Also, any plans for tighter integration with the new WordPress Site Health features to give more specific security recommendations?
Super easy to set up tbh, and it really made my site feel way more secure instantly. big win! 👍
I’m having a persistent issue where Wordfence seems to be conflicting with my WP Super Cache plugin. My site frequently goes down with a 500 error after a few hours, and disabling Wordfence immediately resolves it. I’ve tried tweaking the Wordfence scan schedule, but it hasn’t helped. Is there a known compatibility issue or a recommended configuration to make them play nice?
Version 7.10.1 here. The current PHP 8.2 compatibility on this branch is slightly deprecated. I see 8.1.0 is official. What is the projected timeline for the automatic update rollout on multisite installations?
Absolutely thrilled with Wordfence! It’s a game-changer for my site’s security. I got it through WPPick, and the whole experience was incredibly smooth. WPPick’s selection process is top-notch; it’s clear they curate only the best. The download was a breeze, and it’s such a relief to have a reliable source outside of the official repo. Truly appreciate WPPick’s excellent service!
My website’s security has significantly improved since installing Wordfence, which I downloaded from WPPick. I love WPPick’s good selection; it saves me so much time trying to find trustworthy options. The download was super easy, no hitches whatsoever. It’s definitely a reliable source, and I highly recommend WPPick as a great alternative to the official repo for anyone looking for quality plugins. Their service is truly commendable!