Kernel and CUPS Updates for Slackware: Overview and Installation Guide
Slackware has released new kernel packages for version 15.0, aimed at addressing security vulnerabilities and fixing bugs. Key updates include a mitigation for the VMScape flaw and other improvements, with users urged to upgrade their initrd post-installation. Furthermore, the CUPS (Common Unix Printing System) packages have also been updated to resolve security issues, such as preventing authentication through alternate methods in cupsd and correcting extension tag handling in the `ipp_read_io()` function.
The kernel package updates include:
- Upgraded kernel firmware and various kernel components including `kernel-generic`, `kernel-headers`, `kernel-huge`, and `kernel-modules`.
- Users should ensure their bootloader configurations (LILO or ELILO) point to the correct kernel and initrd after updating.
The updated CUPS package (version 2.4.14) addresses:
- Security issues that block certain authentication methods.
- Fixes related to the handling of extension tags in the printing system.
Slackware users can download the updated packages from the official Slackware site or through various mirror sites, with specific links provided for both x86 and x86_64 architectures.
To install the updated kernel and CUPS packages, follow these instructions:
1. Kernel Upgrade:
- Execute the command as root:
- For 32-bit SMP:
2. CUPS Upgrade:
- Upgrade the CUPS package with:
These updates enhance the security and functionality of Slackware 15.0. Users are strongly encouraged to perform these upgrades promptly to protect their systems from potential vulnerabilities and ensure optimal performance. For further details on the specific changes and security fixes, users can refer to the provided CVE links
Slackware has released new kernel packages for version 15.0, aimed at addressing security vulnerabilities and fixing bugs. Key updates include a mitigation for the VMScape flaw and other improvements, with users urged to upgrade their initrd post-installation. Furthermore, the CUPS (Common Unix Printing System) packages have also been updated to resolve security issues, such as preventing authentication through alternate methods in cupsd and correcting extension tag handling in the `ipp_read_io()` function.
Kernel Update Details (SSA:2025-255-02)
The kernel package updates include:
- Upgraded kernel firmware and various kernel components including `kernel-generic`, `kernel-headers`, `kernel-huge`, and `kernel-modules`.
- Users should ensure their bootloader configurations (LILO or ELILO) point to the correct kernel and initrd after updating.
CUPS Update Details (SSA:2025-255-01)
The updated CUPS package (version 2.4.14) addresses:
- Security issues that block certain authentication methods.
- Fixes related to the handling of extension tags in the printing system.
Where to Find the Updates
Slackware users can download the updated packages from the official Slackware site or through various mirror sites, with specific links provided for both x86 and x86_64 architectures.
Installation Instructions
To install the updated kernel and CUPS packages, follow these instructions:
1. Kernel Upgrade:
- Execute the command as root:
bash- Rebuild the initrd using the appropriate command based on your architecture:upgradepkg kernel-*.txz
- For 32-bit SMP:
bash- For 64-bit or 32-bit uniprocessor:/usr/share/mkinitrd/mkinitrd_command_generator.sh -k 5.15.193-smp | bash
bash- Update your bootloader (LILO or ELILO) as needed./usr/share/mkinitrd/mkinitrd_command_generator.sh -k 5.15.193 | bash
2. CUPS Upgrade:
- Upgrade the CUPS package with:
bash- Restart the CUPS server to apply changes:upgradepkg cups-2.4.14-i586-1_slack15.0.txz
bashsh /etc/rc.d/rc.cups restart
Conclusion
These updates enhance the security and functionality of Slackware 15.0. Users are strongly encouraged to perform these upgrades promptly to protect their systems from potential vulnerabilities and ensure optimal performance. For further details on the specific changes and security fixes, users can refer to the provided CVE links
Kernel and CUPS updates for Slackware
New kernel packages have been released for Slackware 15.0 to address security issues and fix various bugs. The updates include a mitigation for the VMScape flaw and several other improvements, and users are advised to upgrade their initrd after installing the new packages. Additionally, cups packages have also been updated to fix security issues, including blocking authentication using alternate methods in cupsd and fixing extension tag handling in ipp_read_io().
kernel (SSA:2025-255-02)
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