In the ever-evolving landscape of digital platforms, website security is a top priority. Today, we're shining a spotlight on Umbraco CMS, a popular content management system that powers numerous websites across the country and globally. Specifically, we'll discuss what a security vulnerability is, why it matters, and why upgrading to the latest version of Umbraco is crucial for maintaining a secure online presence.

What is a Security Vulnerability?

A security vulnerability is a weakness in a software system that could be exploited to compromise the integrity, confidentiality, or availability of data. Vulnerabilities may arise from bugs, coding errors, or other flaws that could potentially allow unauthorised access, data breaches, or other security incidents.

Umbraco Security

Good news if you are using Umbraco CMS (version 8 upwards), patches are provided by Umbraco HQ. We can assist you with applying these to your website, please reach out to us today to discuss.

Umbraco 7 End of Life (EOL)

If you're currently using Umbraco 7, it's important to note that this version has reached its End of Life (EOL). This means that Umbraco 7 is no longer receiving official support or important security patches from the developers. Without these updates, your website becomes more susceptible to security threats as potential vulnerabilities remain unaddressed.

We can upgrade your website or offer you advice and support. As an Umbraco partner we will be able to offer you an Umbraco 7 support package to tie you over until you are ready to upgrade. Get in touch with us to discuss.

Why upgrade to the latest version?

Upgrading to the latest version of Umbraco ensures that your website benefits from the most recent security patches and updates. Developers actively work to identify and fix vulnerabilities, and by upgrading, you're fortifying your website against potential cyber threats.

Beyond security improvements, Umbraco regularly releases new features and enhancements in their updates. Upgrading allows you to take advantage of these improvements, ensuring your website remains competitive, functional, and adaptable to changing technological landscapes.

Virtualnet Software are Umbraco certified partners. 

Contact us today and let's get on a call to discuss further.