Magento 2.4.7: Explore the Newest Enhancements and Features

30 Apr 2024

Albert Wood

Adobe has released the all-new Adobe Commerce version, which is now available and includes 140+ security, compliance, performance, and high-priority quality fixes. Let’s take a closer look at the release of Adobe Commerce/Magento 2.4.7.

A Closer Look at What’s Changed in Magento 2.4.7

On April 9, 2024, Adobe introduced Adobe Commerce/Magento 2.4.7, a significant update characterized by 150 quality fixes and enhancements to the core code of Magento 2. Among the improvements are:

Security Improvements
Platform Enhancements
Page Builder Improvements
GraphQL Caching Improvements
PWA Studio

Exploring Magento 2.4.7: Key Highlights

The primary highlights of Adobe Commerce 2.4.7 and Magento Open Source 2.4.7 encompass:

Security Fixes & Improvements
Support for Varnish Cache 7.4 & RabbitMQ 3.11
150 Quality Fixes & Improvements
GraphQL Caching Capability Improvements
New – Magento Open Source Extension metapackage

Why We’re Excited About 2.4.7

Security Improvements

Adobe Commerce (formerly Magento) version 2.4.7 includes 13 security fixes and improvements, significantly enhancing the platform’s security. These updates address critical vulnerabilities, such as cross-site scripting and XML injection, ensuring a safer environment for your business and customers.

The security bulletin APSB23-35 has been updated with fixes addressing critical vulnerabilities, including cross-site scripting and XML injection.
The default behavior of the current REST endpoint has been modified.
Merchants can now set a limit on the rate for transmitting payment information through REST or GraphQL APIs.
The risk associated with {BASE-URL}/page_cache/block/esi HTTP endpoint has beed resolved

Platform Enhancement

Adobe has made substantial efforts to enhance its platform, implementing the latest security best practices. This update is about security and improving your overall experience with Adobe Commerce, giving you more control and better performance.

The Magento 2.4.7 introduces support for:

Both PHP 8.3 and 8.2.
Composer 2.6.x. (Composer 2.2.x support remains)
Varnish Cache 7.4.
RabbitMQ 3.11
Many components upgraded to their latest versions.

The release upgrades the outdated libraries to their latest versions, including moment.js, jQuery UI, and jQuery.

GraphQL Caching Improvements

The latest release of Magento, version 2.4.7, brings improved caching capabilities and added support for custom attributes.
The parser method is called only once, instead of three times as it was before, which improves performance.
GraphQL now supports order cancellation.
The latest update includes improved GraphQL caching features, which result in faster page loading times. With these enhancements, your website can deliver content more efficiently, improving the overall user experience and potentially boosting your conversion rates.

PWA Studio & Page Builder

The PWA Studio, a key component of Adobe Commerce, has received significant updates. These improvements are designed to enhance its accessibility and address several bug fixes, ensuring a smoother and more efficient user experience.
Magento 2.4.7 now includes support for the latest Page Builder and PWA Studio. This update brings advanced features to the platform.

Key Fixes Addressed in Magento 2.4.7:

Catalog rules are now functioning properly in a multi-website environment.
The issue related to reaching the MySQL memory limit error while running the Magento upgrade command has been resolved.
Issues during Magento database backup have been fixed.
The issue of duplicate SKUs during bundle product import has been resolved.
Issues with the guest API request for shipping information have been fixed.
Page caching issues for the parent products have been fixed.
The price drop notifications are now functioning correctly.
The issue regarding the product thumbnail images in the stock alert emails has been resolved.
The product image gallery now supports GIF images, as expected.
The problems with Google reCAPTCHA in the checkout process have been resolved.
Translation support for the stock and price alert emails.

Official Release Notes

The official release notes provide a detailed list of all the issues and quality fixes in the latest version. They also offer a comprehensive overview of the changes in Magento 2.4.7, allowing you to understand the updates in-depth and take advantage of the new features and improvements.

With the new features and improvements in Magento 2.4.7, you can expect a smoother and more efficient selling process, potentially leading to increased sales and customer satisfaction. Contact us today to get started on your upgrade to 2.4.7.

Albert Wood

Albert Wood is an accomplished eCommerce Business Analyst. As a technology futurist and sales motivator at ioVista, Albert is dedicated to transforming struggling eCommerce businesses into thriving enterprises. With a keen focus on client’s business processes, user experience (UX), and leveraging the power of digital marketing, he helps businesses optimize their online presence and drive sustainable growth. Albert’s passion is for virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR), immersing himself in unforgettable experiences and exploring the limitless possibilities they offer. His enthusiasm for these emerging technologies fuels his drive to push the boundaries of innovation in eCommerce.