PHP 8.5.0 RC3 introduces notable enhancements, including improvements in DOM parsing, FPM performance, Opcache optimization, and OpenSSL security. It also addresses stability in PDO, integrity in Phar, and reliability in XMLReader and URI parsing. Key bug fixes resolve issues related to resource management during shutdown, incorrect namespace checks in functions, and memory leaks caused by specific calls.
In PHP 8.4.14, numerous bugs were resolved, including issues with object property checks, date handling anomalies, and memory leaks in GD image processing. Enhancements also cover improvements in the CLI server, Curl functionality, and various standard library components.
The release notes highlight specific fixes such as addressing inconsistencies in cipher method fetching, improving error handling in the CLI server, and enhancing memory management in various PHP extensions.
For users looking to install these packages, instructions are provided to add the necessary repository to the Debian installation. Users should ensure they have the required permissions and follow the command sequence to successfully set up the repository.
In summary, these releases signify ongoing efforts to enhance PHP's performance, security, and overall functionality, while ensuring stability across various environments. Developers are encouraged to upgrade to these latest versions to benefit from the improvements and fixes offered.
For further details, users can visit the official package repository at deb.sury.org and access the dedicated bug tracker for reporting any issues encountered with these releases
PHP 8.5.0 RC3, PHP 8.4.14, and 8.3.27 Debian packages released
Ondřej Surý has released PHP 8.5.0 RC3, PHP 8.4.14, and PHP 8.3.27 packages for Debian GNU/Linux 11 LTS, 12, and 13. The updates include improvements to core functionality, DOM parsing, FPM performance, Opcache optimization, OpenSSL security, and other areas of functionality. The packages address numerous bugs and fixes issues such as resource closing on shutdown, incorrect namespace checks in the getNamedItemNS() function, and memory leaks triggered by imagefttext() calls.
PHP 8.5.0 RC3, PHP 8.4.14, and 8.3.27 Debian packages released @ Linux Compatible
