Oracle Linux has recently announced a series of important security updates targeting various components, including the kernel, GIMP, and several container and networking tools. These updates aim to address vulnerabilities and enhance the performance and security of Oracle Linux 8 and 9.

Key updates include:

- Kernel Security Update (ELSA-2025-9080): This important update for Oracle Linux 9 addresses critical vulnerabilities in the kernel, providing several RPM packages for both x86_64 and aarch64 architectures. Noteworthy changes include the removal of certain quirks related to NVMe devices, the disabling of UKI (Unified Kernel Image) signing, and updates to Oracle Linux certificates.

- GIMP Security Update (ELSA-2025-9162): This important update aims to fix security issues within the GIMP application for Oracle Linux 9.

- Moderate Security Updates: These include updates for gvisor-tap-vsock, buildah, skopeo, podman, and containernetworking-plugins, all focusing on improving security and functionality.

- Libvpx and Git-LFS Updates: Both Oracle Linux 8 and 9 received important updates for libvpx, while Git Large File Storage (git-lfs) received moderate updates for both versions as well.

- Node.js Bug Fixes: A specific update for Node.js version 18 in Oracle Linux 8 includes bug fixes and enhancements aimed at improving overall performance.

The updates also include patches for various CVEs (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures), ensuring that users are protected from known security threats. The detailed changes in the kernel update address several bugs and enhance the overall stability and security of the system.

In summary, Oracle Linux continues to prioritize security and system integrity by releasing regular updates that address vulnerabilities across a range of applications and components. Users are encouraged to apply these updates promptly to maintain the security and reliability of their systems. The ongoing commitment to improving Oracle Linux establishes it as a secure choice for enterprise environments

Kernel, Gimp, Podman, and more updates for Oracle Linux

Oracle Linux has issued multiple security updates, encompassing kernel, gimp, gvisor-tap-vsock, buildah, skopeo, podman, containernetworking-plugins, libvpx, git-lfs, and nodejs:18, along with various bug fixes and enhancements:

ELSA-2025-9080 Important: Oracle Linux 9 kernel security update
ELSA-2025-9162 Important: Oracle Linux 9 gimp security update
ELSA-2025-9150 Moderate: Oracle Linux 9 gvisor-tap-vsock security update
ELSA-2025-9147 Moderate: Oracle Linux 9 buildah security update
ELSA-2025-9145 Moderate: Oracle Linux 9 skopeo security update
ELSA-2025-9144 Moderate: Oracle Linux 9 podman security update
ELSA-2025-9143 Moderate: Oracle Linux 9 containernetworking-plugins security update
ELSA-2025-9118 Important: Oracle Linux 9 libvpx security update
ELSA-2025-9106 Moderate: Oracle Linux 9 git-lfs security update
ELSA-2025-9119 Important: Oracle Linux 8 libvpx security update
ELSA-2025-9060 Moderate: Oracle Linux 8 git-lfs security update
ELEA-2025-9103 Oracle Linux 8 nodejs:18 bug fix and enhancement update

Kernel, Gimp, Podman, and more updates for Oracle Linux @ Linux Compatible