IPFire 2.29 Core Update 202 has been released for testing, featuring an upgrade to Linux kernel 6.18.28 that addresses local privilege escalation vulnerabilities in IPsec and cryptographic subsystems, as well as an update to OpenVPN 2.7 which enhances tunnel throughput through kernel-accelerated data channel offloading. The update also implements several fixes that improve daily firewall management, including optimizing IPS logging, correcting port rule applications, and enabling outbound DNS proxy access without manual configuration. Additionally, the release includes updates to major components such as Apache, OpenSSL, and systemd, all aimed at closing known vulnerabilities and improving stability. Administrators are encouraged to test the update on isolated hardware before deploying it in production environments to ensure reliability and catch any potential issues

IPFire 2.29 - Core Update 202 is available for testing

IPFire 2.29 Core Update 202 has been released for testing and upgrades to Linux kernel 6.18.28 to patch local privilege escalation flaws in the IPsec and cryptographic subsystems. OpenVPN moves to version 2.7 with kernel-accelerated data channel offloading, which pushes tunnel throughput toward ten gigabits while cutting CPU spikes. The release also fixes several daily management headaches by stopping pointless IPS logging bloat, correcting comma-separated port rules, cleaning up zombie IPsec firewall entries, and enabling outbound DNS proxy access without manual configuration. Administrators should test the extensive package rollouts on isolated hardware before pushing the update to production networks.

IPFire 2.29 - Core Update 202 is available for testing @ Linux Compatible