WordPress 7.1.3 fixes comment and content handling: verify websites after updating
WordPress announced maintenance and security release 7.1.3, containing seven security fixes and four bug fixes. These involve comment management, data export and some embedded content. Sites with automatic updates enabled should also verify the actual outcome.
Source Facts
WordPress released 7.1.3 on 6 October, listing seven security fixes and four general bug fixes. Security issues include stored cross-site scripting on the comment administration page and unauthenticated access to comments on private or unpublished posts.
The advisory also lists flaws in content export, some external-content embedding and other handling, and recommends prompt updates. Sites supporting automatic background updates will start the process automatically; this does not mean every site has completed it successfully. Administrators should verify versions and functionality.
After updating the core, verify comments, login and critical business workflows. Manage plugin and theme support status separately.
Original sources
WordPress 7.1.3 Maintenance and Security Release
Sources checked: 2026-10-26 · Prepared with SI agent assistance; articles have not been individually reviewed by a person.
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