Magento Open Source 2.4.7 introduces significant updates to improve security, performance, and user experience. Below are the key features and enhancements included in this release:
Security Improvements
- Adobe Security Updates: Integration of the latest Adobe security patches to address critical vulnerabilities.
- Enhanced reCAPTCHA: Upgraded to reCAPTCHA v3, reducing spam and bot activities while providing a smoother user experience.
Performance Enhancements
- Faster Page Loads: Optimisations for quicker page load times through improved resource caching and client-side rendering.
- Efficient Indexing: Improved indexing processes for faster updates to product and category data.
Platform Upgrades
- PHP Compatibility: Support for PHP 8.2, leveraging modern PHP features for better performance and security.
- Database Enhancements: Updates for better performance and reliability, particularly with MySQL 8.0.
Accessibility Improvements
- ARIA Enhancements: Improved ARIA specifications for better compatibility with assistive technologies.
- Keyboard Navigation: Enhanced keyboard navigation across the storefront and admin panel.
GraphQL Enhancements
- Expanded Coverage: New queries and mutations for more comprehensive GraphQL functionality.
- Improved Performance: Optimisations for faster data retrieval, enhancing headless implementations.
Developer Experience
- Upgraded Dependencies: Updated third-party library dependencies to their latest versions.
- Code Quality Tools: Enhanced static code analysis tools and refactoring options for better code quality.
Bug Fixes and Quality of Life Improvements
- Order Management: Resolved issues related to order management for smoother admin and customer experience.
- Catalogue and Checkout: Fixed bugs in catalogue management and checkout workflows.
For a detailed list of updates and improvements, check out the official release notes.