Old WordPress core file not removed during update

Hi @chins4, thank you for reaching out.

Sometimes updates can leave files present for various reasons, in most cases, it is safe to remove the files, but I recommend that you backup the site before removing or repairing any files found during a scan. 

Would it be possible to send me a diagnostics report to wftest @ wordfence.com? You can find the link to do so at the top of the Wordfence > Tools > Diagnostics page. Then click on “Send Report by Email”. Please add your forum username where indicated and respond here after you have sent it.

NOTE: It should look as follows – Screenshot of Tools > Diagnostic > Send by Email

Thanks,

Mark.

Hi @wfmark

Thanks for responding. Report sent!

Tracy

Hi @chins4, Thank you for sending the diagnostic report.

From the diagnostic, I see it’s mostly Random_compat files that are required by Wordfence for safe implementation of certain PHP functions.

As you are running WordPress version 6.4.2, could you please update to the latest version 6.4.3.

Once done, please run another scan and let me know whether you see the same scan results.

Thanks,

Mark.

Hi Mark

Looks like the same issues on 6.4.3.

I’ve sent another diagnostic report so you can see…

Thanks

Tracy

Hi @ chins4, Apologies for the delayed response.

I forgot to turn on notifications for replies on this topic.

Are you still having issues with this?

If so, please send an updated diagnostic report to wftest @ wordfence.com. You can find the link to do so at the top of the Wordfence Tools > Diagnostics page. Then click on “Send Report by Email”. Please add your forum username where indicated and respond here after you have sent it.

Thanks,

Mark.

Hi Mark

Yes, still happening. Sent the diagnostic report this morning.

Thanks for following up!

Tracy

Old WordPress core file not removed during update

I have shared the diagnostic report by email. please check and confirm should I delete the files?

Hi Mark

Any update on this? It’s still happening…

Thanks

Tracy

Hey @chins4,

Update to WP 6.6.1, clear all cache layers, then run another scan. The issue should be fixed.

If the above solved your issue, kindly close this topic as “Resolved.”

Thank you!

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References:

1. Old WordPress Core File Not Removed During Update
2. WordFence Warning About Files Left Behind During the Update to WordPress 6.6.

I have this same issue where I’ve upgraded to wordpress 6.7 and Wordfence is showing 45 old version files. I’m new to wordpress so how to clear all cache isn’t something I know how to do.