Fedora Linux 45 has been officially confirmed for release on November 3, 2026, after overcoming two delays due to a missed compose deadline and unresolved blocker bugs. The final release candidate, RC-1.4, will include significant updates such as GNOME 51, KDE Plasma 6.8.1, and the Linux 7.2 kernel, along with new platform features like enforced RPM signature checking and Stratis support in the installer. The release process emphasizes quality over deadlines, ensuring all blocker issues are resolved before the official release. Pre-release images of RC-1.4 are currently available for users who want to get started ahead of the final release date

Fedora Linux 45 Final Release Is GO: Everything You Need to Know

Fedora Linux 45 has been declared GO, with Fedora Operations Architect Aoife Moloney confirming the RC-1.4 compose will ship on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The green light came after two consecutive NO-GO delays, ending a two-week saga that stalled over a missed compose deadline and a cluster of open blocker bugs. Fedora 45 brings GNOME 51, KDE Plasma 6.7, the Linux 7.2 kernel, and platform changes like KMSCON console, enforced RPM signature checking, and Stratis support in the installer. Final ISOs will be mirrored on release day, while pre-release RC-1.4 images are available now for those who can't wait.

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