WordPress 2.8.5

WordPress 2.8.5 is out. It’s a security release to futher secure the default WordPress  installs.

The major fixes bundled with this release are;

• A fix for the Trackback Denial-of-Service attack that is currently being seen.
• Removal of areas within the code where php code in variables was evaluated.
• Switched the file upload functionality to be whitelisted for all users including Admins.
• Retiring of the two importers of Tag data from old plugins.

This is a recommended update so make sure to update your WordPress install ASAP. Download WordPress 2.8.5 or let the automatic upgrade feature kick in and do this for you.

Source: Wordpress