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Magento just released a security bug fix bringing its community edition release number up to 1.7.0.2 (or if you’re using Enterprise 1.12.0.2). Yes, you should upgrade, especially if you’re using 1.7.0.0. If you are still running 1.6.x then ideally you’ve at least made it to 1.6.2.0. You can get those security fixes from Magento here or you can drop by our slowly growing bug-fix repository SiteSquash for the security update – and more.

Remember when you accidentally sent that e-mail of the quiz cheat sheet to your professor instead of your classmate? Well, sometimes security (or privacy depending on how you look at it) isn't just making sure your site isn't open to an injection attack. It can also be as simple as making sure a tiny mistake isn't made. If you're using a Magento version that isn't at least 1.6, here's one configuration item we need to correct immediately.

The Magento Package Creator is a great tool for getting your extension out the door and into the marketplace, but can be a bit daunting at first. This step-by-step guide goes through every part of the packaging process to make sure your extension is properly packaged and ready for use.