The fwupd 2.1.9 release, led by Richard Hughes, focuses primarily on defensive memory-safety fixes and includes 54 commits, with only modest public-facing changes. Key additions include server telemetry, per-device Redfish instance IDs for HPE devices, a new build requirement of libusb 1.0.27, and a single new PixArt touchpad. The bulk of the updates are aimed at improving the security and stability of device protocol parsers, addressing issues identified by fuzzers. While the release continues fwupd's trend of regular updates, it largely reflects ongoing hardening efforts rather than significant new hardware support

fwupd 2.1.9 Release: Fuzzing Fixes, Enterprise Tweaks, and One New Touchpad

fwupd 2.1.9 has been released from lead developer Richard Hughes, closing a near-monthly feature-release cycle. Of its 54 commits, the bulk are defensive memory-safety fixes aimed at fuzzed device protocol parsers, continuing fwupd's long hardening push. The public-facing changes are modest, adding server telemetry, per-device Redfish instance IDs, a libusb 1.0.27 build floor, and a single PixArt touchpad.

fwupd 2.1.9 Release: Fuzzing Fixes, Enterprise Tweaks, and One New Touchpad @ Linux Compatible