Umbraco CMS 18.3.0 brings fixes for several security issues, ImageSharp dependency and licensing changes that need attention, new features such as member and group filters, breadcrumbs and server-side sorting, plus performance improvements and many bug fixes.
Umbraco 17.8.0 fixes multiple critical security issues, updates SixLabors.ImageSharp (note potential release-build license checks), adds features like hasChildren in the Management API, breadcrumbs, server-side sorting and preview reconnects, and includes many bug fixes and performance improvements.
Examine v4.0.0 has been released, featuring faceting, taxonomy indexes, and deep paging, following extensive community contributions. Built on Lucene.NET 4.8, it ensures backward compatibility with previous versions. The new release supports Umbraco's search abstraction, enhancing its functionality while maintaining stability for existing users. Documentation has been updated accordingly.
In this week's Devril deep dive, Sebastiaan and Lotte, alongside CMS Head Andy Butland, discuss the key features of Umbraco releases 17.2 and 17.3. Highlights include user group management enhancements, content management improvements, central package management, performance optimizations, and security updates. They also preview upcoming features in version 17.4, focusing on AI integration and lightweight external members.
Paul Seal announces the release of Clean Starter Kit v7, compatible with Umbraco 17, which is now a Long Term Support release. The update introduces automation for streamlined maintenance and improved user experience. Clean Starter Kit serves as a demo-ready blog website and a foundation for further customization, enhancing usability for developers.
uSkinned Site Builder 6.4.0 has been released, featuring a revamped dashboard, enhanced editor options, and improved SEO capabilities. Key updates include greater page-level control, smarter sitemap integration, and various bug fixes for reliable performance. Available for both Self-Hosted and Hosted users, this version enhances the overall building experience with Umbraco CMS.
Umbraco 16 introduces incremental improvements, including the exclusive use of the Tiptap rich text editor, property-level permissions, and content segment support. This release focuses on enhancing the editor experience and expanding extension points, while ensuring a straightforward upgrade process. The public release is scheduled for June 12, 2025.