Oracle has announced a series of updates for its Linux distributions, specifically for Oracle Linux versions 7, 8, 9, and 10. These updates are crucial as they include essential security patches for the kernel, AIDE (Advanced Intrusion Detection Environment), and the Unbreakable Enterprise kernel, alongside bug fixes and enhancements for various software packages including Thunderbird, leapp-repository, libinput, man-pages, irqbalance, dnf, gnome-shell, and NetworkManager, among others.

Fedora has released updates for both Fedora 42 and Fedora 43 Beta, addressing several security vulnerabilities in key software components, namely the Chromium browser and the Firebird database management system.

System76 has launched the first beta version of Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS, which represents a significant update to its Linux distribution, now featuring the new COSMIC Desktop Environment (DE). This long-term support release introduces numerous enhancements and a refreshed user interface, but users should be aware that as a beta, it may contain bugs and minor issues.

Remi Collet has announced the release of RPM packages for PHP versions 8.3.26 and 8.4.13, now available through his repositories for Fedora 41 and higher, as well as Enterprise Linux systems version 8 and above (including RHEL, Alma, and Rocky). These updates bring essential bug fixes and performance improvements across various components, including core functionality, CLI, date handling, and extensions like OpenSSL and Phar. It is important to note that these releases do not contain any security fixes, and PHP versions 8.1.33 and 8.2.29 will remain unchanged.

Steven Barrett has announced the release of the Liquorix Linux Kernel 6.16-8, a custom kernel tailored to enhance desktop, multimedia, and gaming performance by harnessing the capabilities of Linux Kernel 6.16. This latest version comes with several substantial updates aimed at improving system responsiveness, reducing latency, and maximizing data throughput.

Debian has released several security advisories addressing vulnerabilities in various packages, including Chromium, LibXSLT, PAM, Thunderbird, and Ceph. The updates are crucial for maintaining system security and preventing potential exploits.

Summary of Ubuntu Security Updates (September 2025)

Expat Update for Slackware

The AlmaLinux team has announced two important security updates: one for the kernel (ALSA-2025:15740) and another for Grub2 (ALSA-2025:16154).

Red Hat has released several important updates across its product lines, including security enhancements for the kernel, JBoss Enterprise Application Platform, OpenShift Container Platform, and OpenSSH. Among these updates, the kernel security update has been rated as having a moderate impact, while the updates for JBoss Enterprise Application Platform versions 7.3 and 7.1 have been classified with important and critical security ratings, respectively.

Fedora has rolled out multiple updates for its systems to tackle various security vulnerabilities. Notably, the mingw-expat package has been updated to version 2.7.2 to resolve the critical CVE-2025-59375 vulnerability, impacting both Fedora 42 and 43 Beta users. Other packages, including rust-az-cvm-vtpm, trustee-guest-components, and python-deepdiff, have also been updated to enhance security measures.

Fractal 13 Beta has been released, introducing a range of new features and enhancements to the Matrix messaging app designed for GNOME and developed in Rust. This beta version includes a newly designed audio player that loads files lazily and presents the audio stream as a seekable waveform, enriching the audio experience for users. Additionally, the update offers streamlined user profiles, improved visual design utilizing GNOME document and monospace fonts, and a more intuitive user interface that allows for seamless navigation.

KDE neon 20250925 has been officially released, providing users with the latest updates to the KDE desktop environment, built on the stable foundation of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. This unique Linux distribution is tailored for tech enthusiasts who desire immediate access to the latest KDE software innovations and serves as an experimental platform for adventurous users. However, its rolling release model may lead to potential stability issues, making it less suitable for those requiring stringent reliability.

The Linux kernel version 6.16.9 has officially been released, bringing various updates and improvements. For those interested in obtaining the full source code, it can be downloaded from [this link](https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/linux-6.16.9.tar.xz). Additionally, a patch for the new version is available [here](https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/patch-6.16.9.xz), and users can verify the integrity of the release using the PGP signature found [here](https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/linux-6.16.9.tar.sign).

The Linux kernel version 6.12.49 has been officially released. Users can access the full source code, patches, and PGP signatures through the provided links.

The Linux kernel version 6.6.108 has officially been released, providing users with the latest updates and improvements. This version can be accessed through the following links:

The Linux kernel version 6.1.154 has been officially released. This update brings various enhancements and fixes to the Linux operating system.

The Archinstall team has officially released version 3.0.11 of the Arch Linux Installer, bringing a series of enhancements aimed at improving the installation experience for users. This release includes key updates that streamline various processes and align with best practices.

GNOME 47.10 has been officially released as a stable bug-fix update for all operating systems utilizing GNOME 47, marking the conclusion of this version. This update focuses on enhancing various modules, including at-spi2-core, gnome-maps, and gnome-shell, by addressing critical issues such as memory leaks, connectivity challenges, and performance optimizations. Users are encouraged to upgrade to GNOME 48 or 49 for ongoing support and enhancements.

A recent Debian Security Advisory (DSA-5979-2) has been released to address a regression in the libxslt package, which was introduced by a prior update. This issue pertains to the deterministic implementation of the generate-id function, leading to generated IDs being output in a non-deterministic order. The problem has been resolved in the following versions: 1.1.35-1+deb12u3 for Debian GNU/Linux 12 (Bookworm) and 1.1.35-1.2+deb13u2 for Debian GNU/Linux 13 (Trixie).