On May 12, 2026, Adobe released Adobe Commerce 2.4.9 for Adobe Commerce and Magento Open Source. This major update focuses on enhanced security, platform compatibility (including PHP 8.4/8.5 support), and infrastructure modernization. By offering advanced features and functionality, the release enhances the stability and security of your eCommerce store.
Here are the key updates of the Adobe Commerce 2.4.9 release that you must consider to run your operations efficiently.
REST API
Product Gallery Inheritance Control at Store View Level
Merchants can now control product gallery image inheritance at the store view level via the REST API. This gives finer control over how product images are displayed across different store views, making it easier to manage multi-store setups, especially for businesses operating across multiple regions or languages.
GraphQL API
Adobe Commerce 2.4.9 brings several meaningful GraphQL additions and fixes that improve developer experience and storefront capabilities.
clearCart Mutation in Magento Open Source
The clearCart GraphQL mutation is now available in Magento Open Source, allowing developers to programmatically empty a customer’s cart in a single API call.
New Mutations and Query Additions
Several new mutations and queries expand what developers can do with the API out of the box:
- Clear Wishlist: Removes all wishlist items in a single operation. It simplifies wishlist management for headless storefronts.
- Exchange External Customer Token: Supports integration-based authentication to enable smoother SSO and third-party login flows.
- Customer Group, Segment, and Cart Rule ID Queries: New queries return this data in one response, helping frontend apps deliver personalized pricing and promotions.
- grand_total_excl_tax Field: Added to the OrderTotal response for easy tax-exclusive display. This is ideal for B2B storefronts.
- Apply Gift Card to Cart Errors: Now returns description and actionable error messages to reduce debugging time.
Cart and Order Behavior Fixes
Gift options now clear automatically when the cart is emptied and merge consistently when guest and customer carts are combined. Historical order queries also correctly return product details for items that are now out of stock.
Platform Enhancements
Database
Adobe Commerce 2.4.9 adds support for MariaDB 11.8 and 12.x, providing access to the latest performance improvements and long-term support. Upgrading your database alongside this release is strongly recommended.
PHP
PHP 8.5 compatibility is now fully supported. PHP 8.3 and 8.4 remain supported, while PHP 8.2 has been removed. Merchants must upgrade to PHP 8.3 or higher before migrating to Adobe Commerce 2.4.9.
Composer 2.9
Compatibility with Composer 2.9 has been verified, ensuring reliable dependency management with the latest tooling standards.
USPS Integration Migration
The built-in USPS shipping integration has been migrated from the legacy Web Tools API to the modern RESTful USPS APIs. This is a critical change for merchants using USPS, as the older API is being deprecated.
Verify your USPS credentials and configuration after upgrading to ensure uninterrupted shipping rate calculations and label generation.
Connect with ioVista’s Team to Implement the Adobe Commerce 2.4.9 Release
From API improvements to next-generation platform compatibility, Adobe Commerce 2.4.9 is a meaningful step forward for any eCommerce business. ioVista, an Adobe Commerce Solutions Partner can implement the latest Adobe Commerce release without impacting your ongoing commerce operations. Get in touch with our certified experts today to update your eCommerce software.