diff --git a/CHANGELOG.md b/CHANGELOG.md
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--- a/CHANGELOG.md
+++ b/CHANGELOG.md
@@ -1,5 +1,9 @@
 # ImageOptimize Changelog
 
+## 1.6.1 - 2019.08.13
+### Changed
+* Added more robust sanity checking if an invalid URL or path is being passed into `ImageTransform::appendExtension()`
+
 ## 1.6.0 - 2019.07.05
 ### Added
 * Added support for Sharp via [AWS Serverless Image Handler](https://aws.amazon.com/solutions/serverless-image-handler/) as a Transform Method
diff --git a/composer.json b/composer.json
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--- a/composer.json
+++ b/composer.json
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
     "name": "nystudio107/craft-imageoptimize",
     "description": "Automatically create & optimize responsive image transforms, using either native Craft transforms or a service like Imgix, with zero template changes.",
     "type": "craft-plugin",
-    "version": "1.6.0",
+    "version": "1.6.1",
     "keywords": [
         "craft",
         "cms",