Automattic said in a statement that it will keep fighting the case.
“Today’s ruling is a preliminary order designed to maintain the status quo. It was made without the benefit of discovery, our motion to dismiss, or the counterclaims we will be filing against WP Engine shortly,” the company said in a statement.
WP Engine said the court’s order will bring stability to the WordPress ecosystem: “We thank the Court for granting our request for a preliminary injunction. The order will bring back much-needed stability and security to the WordPress ecosystem. WP Engine is focused on serving our partners and customers and working with the community to find ways to ensure a vigorous and thriving WordPress community,” a spokesperson said.