Magento 2.4.2 Released: PHP 8.0 Support and 280+ Fixes

Magento 2.4.2 Released: Major Performance and Compatibility Boost

Adobe has released Magento 2.4.2, a significant update that strengthens the platform's foundation with PHP 8.0 support whilst delivering 280+ bug fixes and critical enhancements.

PHP 8.0 Support: Future-Proofing Your Infrastructure

The most substantial addition in 2.4.2 is full compatibility with PHP 8.0. This is a critical milestone because PHP 8.0 brings significant performance gains, improved memory efficiency and modern language features.

Inventory Management Enhancements

Magento 2.4.2 refines inventory management with improved accuracy and reliability. The updates address edge cases in multi-source inventory allocation, stock synchronisation and reservation logic.

280+ Bug Fixes

Beyond PHP 8.0, Magento 2.4.2 includes over 280 bug fixes spanning frontend, backend and API functionality. Each fix contributes to a more stable platform experience.

Planning Your Upgrade

If your store runs Magento 2.4.1 or earlier, we recommend planning an upgrade to 2.4.2 for faster page loads, more reliable inventory management and reduced downtime.