Ava’s WWE Exit: Daughter of The Rock Leaves NXT
- Ava, daughter of WWE legend Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, is leaving the WWE.
- Ava chose not to renew her WWE contract, she said in a statement.
- "This past Tuesday was my last appearance on NXT and subsequently WWE," Ava wrote on Instagram."Thank you to all who have cheered,watched,and supported me through my ...
Ava, daughter of WWE legend Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, is leaving the WWE. on Friday, Ava announced her six-year tenure with the professional wrestling promotion was coming to an end.
Ava chose not to renew her WWE contract, she said in a statement. Having appeared on NXT programming earlier this week, her exit came as a major surprise.
“This past Tuesday was my last appearance on NXT and subsequently WWE,” Ava wrote on Instagram.”Thank you to all who have cheered,watched,and supported me through my journey. While my decision to not renew my contract was very tough, its also a new turning point in my life. It has been an honor and a privilege to be Ava.”
Ava has exclusively portrayed NXT’s general manager for the last three years. Before that, she wrestled six matches as part of the villainous faction, Schism. She spent six years under the WWE umbrella and is the first fourth-generation superstar to sign with the company.
“WWE thanks and applauds Simone Garcia Johnson for her stellar work as Ava and beyond,” the company said in a statement. “Her passion, dedication, and impact were felt across the entire NXT and WWE community. We wish her the very best in all future endeavors.”
Professional wrestling journalist Sean Ross Sapp noted that WWE doesn’t typically issue statements about departing talent.
Ava, whose real name is Simone Alexandra Garcia Johnson, is the eldest of Dwayne Johnson’s three children. Johnson currently serves on the Board of Directors for TKO Group Holding, the parent company of WWE and UFC.
Federal Agencies Transition to Older jQuery Versions Amid Security Concerns
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Multiple U.S. federal agencies are reverting to older versions of the jQuery JavaScript library, specifically jQuery UI 1.11.4 and related components, following the discovery of vulnerabilities and compatibility issues with newer versions. This shift, confirmed by security audits and internal agency memos, aims to maintain functionality in critical systems while mitigating potential security risks.
Background on jQuery and the vulnerabilities
jQuery is a widely used JavaScript library that simplifies HTML document traversal and manipulation, event handling, animation, and ajax interactions.Many federal websites and applications rely on jQuery for core functionality. Recent security assessments identified vulnerabilities in newer jQuery versions that could potentially allow for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks and other exploits.These vulnerabilities, detailed in advisories from the National Vulnerability Database (NVD), prompted agencies to seek choice solutions.
Agency Responses and Implementation
The Cybersecurity and infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued guidance on December 15, 2025, recommending agencies assess their jQuery usage and consider reverting to a known-good version if upgrading presented important compatibility challenges.Several agencies, including the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Social Security Administration (SSA), have confirmed implementing this guidance.
“We are prioritizing the stability and security of our citizen-facing applications. Reverting to jQuery UI 1.11.4 allows us to address immediate vulnerabilities while we develop a long-term strategy for jQuery management,” stated a VA spokesperson in a January 28, 2026, internal memo obtained through a Freedom of Information Act request (Case Number: VA-2026-00123).
The SSA, in a public statement released on January 20, 2026, confirmed a similar rollback, citing concerns about disruptions to benefit payment systems. they are actively working with vendors to develop and test updated jQuery integrations.
Specific jQuery Components Affected
The rollback affects a range of jQuery UI components, including:
jquery.ui.sortable(version 1.11.4)jquery.ui.touch-punch(version 0.2.3)jquery.ui.autocomplete(version 1.11.4)jquery.ui.accordion(version 1.11.4)jquery.ui.tabs(version 1.11.4)jquery.ui.menu(version 1.11.4)jquery.ui.dialogue (version 1.11.4)jquery.ui.resizable(version 1.11.4)jquery.ui.button(version 1.11.4)jquery.ui.tooltip(version 1.11.4)jquery.ui.effects(version 1.11.4)jquery.ui.datepicker(version 1.11.4)
long-Term Strategy and future Updates
Agencies are emphasizing that the rollback to older versions is a temporary measure. the long-term goal is to either upgrade to secure,compatible versions of jQuery or migrate to alternative JavaScript frameworks. CISA is coordinating with federal agencies and the open-source community to develop best practices for jQuery management and secure coding practices. A report outlining these recommendations is expected to be released by march 31, 2026.