Does WordPress Version Really Matter For Security? (2026/670)

Is your WordPress version actually irrelevant for security?

One commenter claimed plugins are the only real concern, and the data partly supports this: 96% of vulnerabilities in 2024 came from plugins. But partly right isn't the same as completely safe.

In this episode, Charly covers:

✅ Why 96% of vulnerabilities coming from plugins doesn't mean core updates are irrelevant

📌 The structural differences between WordPress core security and plugin development oversight

🛡️ How security patches create a roadmap for attackers targeting unpatched sites

🔗 The business risks beyond hacking: insurance, compliance, and notification obligations

Keeping WordPress updated isn't just about preventing attacks. It's about protecting your business from consequences you might not have considered.

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About the Author Charly Leetham

Charly Leetham has been in technology for over 40 years - from earning her amateur radio license at 13 to founding and running Ask Charly Leetham, a digital services business serving small businesses worldwide. After losing $1 million in a franchise failure, she rebuilt from scratch and has kept her business running for nearly two decades through skill, systems, and relentless practicality.

She hosts the podcast Rise and Shine - Your Business Tech Boost with Charly Leetham and speaks about what it actually takes to build businesses that work and last - not just look good on paper.

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