SUSE Linux has recently released two important security updates aimed at enhancing the safety and functionality of its systems, specifically targeting CoreDNS and FFmpeg.
Kernel, Java, Webkit2GTK, and more updates for Oracle
Oracle has recently released a series of security updates for Oracle Linux, addressing various vulnerabilities and bugs across multiple components. The updates include bug fixes for the libbpf and oVirt 4.5 kernels, security updates for several Java versions, Webkit2GTK3, and LibreOffice. Notable updates are as follows:
Shadow and PostgreSQL updates for Debian
Debian GNU/Linux has released important security updates for two of its packages: Shadow and PostgreSQL, addressing vulnerabilities that could potentially compromise system security.
Libxml2 update for Slackware
An update has been released for the libxml2 package on both Slackware Linux 15.0 and its -current version, addressing important security vulnerabilities. The updated package is identified as libxml2 (SSA:2025-108-01) and is now available in the Slackware repositories.
GraphicsMagick, Firefox, Argocd-CLI updates for SUSE
SUSE Linux has released updates to enhance security for several applications, specifically GraphicsMagick, Mozilla Firefox, and Argocd-CLI. The updates are categorized as moderate in severity and address identified vulnerabilities.
KDE neon 20250417 released
KDE neon 20250417 has officially been released, showcasing an updated version based on KDE Plasma 6.3.4. This Linux distribution is built on Ubuntu and aims to provide users with the latest features of the KDE Plasma desktop environment.
Rubygem-Rexml, Rekor, Cosign, and more updates for SUSE
SUSE Linux has rolled out several important security updates, focusing on enhancing the security of various packages. Notably, updates have been made to rubygem-rexml, rekor, cosign, pam, webkit2gtk3, haproxy, mozjs52, subfinder, MozillaThunderbird, perl-32bit, forgejo, poppler, and containerd. Each of these updates addresses specific vulnerabilities, ensuring users' systems are better protected against potential threats.
Linux kernel, Ruby, Erlang updates for Ubuntu
Ubuntu has released updates for the Linux kernel, Ruby, and Erlang, addressing various security vulnerabilities across multiple versions of the operating system.
Fedora Linux 41-20250415 Updated ISOs released
The Fedora Respins Special Interest Group (SIG) has announced the release of new live ISO images for Fedora Linux 41, designated as F41-20250415. These updated ISOs come with the latest enhancements, featuring the Linux kernel version 6.13.10.
Chromium, Libapache2-Mod-Auth-OpenIDC, Libmodbus, Graphicsmagick updates for Debian
Debian GNU/Linux has received significant security updates across several versions, focusing on vulnerabilities in key packages such as Chromium, Libapache2-Mod-Auth-OpenIDC, Libmodbus, and Graphicsmagick.
PostgreSQL, OpenShift, WebKit2GTK3, and more updates for RHEL
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) has undergone several important security updates, enhancing its performance and security across various platforms. Key updates include:
MySQL, Trunk, Workrave, and more updates for Fedora
Fedora Linux has introduced a series of important security updates across various packages, particularly affecting versions 40, 41, and 42. Notable updates include:
Ubuntu 25.04 (Plucky Puffin) released
Ubuntu 25.04, codenamed "Plucky Puffin," has officially been released, showcasing the latest advancements in open-source technology while maintaining its user-friendly reputation. This version features GNOME 48, which introduces triple buffering for improved performance, HDR settings, and new elements like a Wellbeing Panel and a Preserve Battery Health mode. Additionally, a modern PDF reader named Papers is now the default application.
Libxml2 2.13.8 released
Libxml2 version 2.13.8 has been officially released, addressing two significant security vulnerabilities. The release aims to enhance the software's security and stability for users.
Libxml2 2.14.2 released
Libxml2 has announced the release of version 2.14.2, which focuses on enhancing security and fixing compatibility issues. This update addresses two critical vulnerabilities, identified as CVEs, which involve a heap buffer overflow and a limitation on character reading in Python.
GNOME 48.1 released
GNOME 48.1 has been officially released, as announced by Jeremy Bicha. This maintenance update is primarily focused on resolving various bugs within the GNOME 48 series.
GNOME 47.6 released
GNOME 47.6 has been officially released by Matthias Clasen, marking a stable bug fix update for the GNOME 47 series. This release is designed to address various issues and improve the overall stability of GNOME 47, making it a recommended upgrade for all operating systems that currently utilize this version.
Kernel, XFSProgs, Microcode_CTL, and more for Oracle Linux
Oracle Linux has released a comprehensive set of security and bug fix updates across several components, including the Unbreakable Enterprise Kernel, xfsprogs, libbpf, microcode_ctl, and others for versions 7, 8, and 9. These updates address various vulnerabilities and improve system performance and stability.
Python, Hauler, Gitoxide, and more updates for SUSE
SUSE Linux has released a series of updates that focus on enhancing security across various packages. The updates include critical patches for popular software like `python311-aiohttp`, `rubygem-bundler`, `hauler`, `gitoxide`, `oci-cli`, `GraphicsMagick`, `govulncheck-vulndb`, `perl-Data-Entropy`, `pgadmin4`, and `webkit2gtk3`. Each of these packages has addressed specific vulnerabilities that may have affected system integrity and security.
Jinja2 update for Debian ELTS
A security update for the Jinja2 template engine has been released for Debian GNU/Linux versions 8 (Jessie), 9 (Stretch), and 10 (Buster) as part of the Extended Long Term Support (ELTS) program. This update, identified as ELA-1396-1, addresses critical vulnerabilities that could potentially allow attackers to execute arbitrary Python code through untrusted templates.