Fedora Linux has released updated packages for the popular email and newsgroup client, Mozilla Thunderbird. The updates pertain to versions 42 and 41 of Fedora, both of which have been upgraded to Thunderbird version 128.13.0.
- Update Notification: FEDORA-2025-fd004806e3
- Release Date: July 26, 2025
- Description: This update includes security enhancements and bug fixes for the standalone mail and newsgroup client. Users can find more information about the updates through the release notes and security advisories linked in the notification.
- Update Notification: FEDORA-2025-a9d97ce15f
- Release Date: July 26, 2025
- Description: Similar to Fedora 42, this update brings the same improvements to version 41, ensuring that users benefit from the latest security measures and features.
- For Fedora 42: `su -c 'dnf upgrade --advisory FEDORA-2025-fd004806e3'`
- For Fedora 41: `su -c 'dnf upgrade --advisory FEDORA-2025-a9d97ce15f'`
Both updates are signed with the Fedora Project GPG key, ensuring their integrity and authenticity.
- Release notes for version 128.13.0: [Thunderbird Release Notes](https://www.thunderbird.net/en-US/thunderbird/128.13.0esr/releasenotes/)
- Security advisory: [Mozilla Security Advisories](https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/security/advisories/mfsa2025-62/)
- DNF documentation for more information: [DNF Command Reference](http://dnf.readthedocs.io/en/latest/command_ref.html#upgrade-command-label)
- Fedora Project GPG keys: [Fedora GPG Keys](https://fedoraproject.org/keys)
This update not only enhances the functionality of Thunderbird but also emphasizes the ongoing commitment of Fedora to provide secure and reliable software solutions to its users. It's important for users to keep their systems updated to benefit from the latest features and security patches
Fedora 42 Update
- Package: thunderbird-128.13.0-1.fc42- Update Notification: FEDORA-2025-fd004806e3
- Release Date: July 26, 2025
- Description: This update includes security enhancements and bug fixes for the standalone mail and newsgroup client. Users can find more information about the updates through the release notes and security advisories linked in the notification.
Fedora 41 Update
- Package: thunderbird-128.13.0-1.fc41- Update Notification: FEDORA-2025-a9d97ce15f
- Release Date: July 26, 2025
- Description: Similar to Fedora 42, this update brings the same improvements to version 41, ensuring that users benefit from the latest security measures and features.
Installation Instructions
Users can install the updates using the `dnf` package manager by executing the following commands in the terminal:- For Fedora 42: `su -c 'dnf upgrade --advisory FEDORA-2025-fd004806e3'`
- For Fedora 41: `su -c 'dnf upgrade --advisory FEDORA-2025-a9d97ce15f'`
Both updates are signed with the Fedora Project GPG key, ensuring their integrity and authenticity.
Additional Resources
- Thunderbird official website: [Mozilla Thunderbird](http://www.mozilla.org/projects/thunderbird/)- Release notes for version 128.13.0: [Thunderbird Release Notes](https://www.thunderbird.net/en-US/thunderbird/128.13.0esr/releasenotes/)
- Security advisory: [Mozilla Security Advisories](https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/security/advisories/mfsa2025-62/)
- DNF documentation for more information: [DNF Command Reference](http://dnf.readthedocs.io/en/latest/command_ref.html#upgrade-command-label)
- Fedora Project GPG keys: [Fedora GPG Keys](https://fedoraproject.org/keys)
This update not only enhances the functionality of Thunderbird but also emphasizes the ongoing commitment of Fedora to provide secure and reliable software solutions to its users. It's important for users to keep their systems updated to benefit from the latest features and security patches
Thunderbird update for Fedora
Updated Thunderbird packages are available for Fedora Linux:
Fedora 42 Update: thunderbird-128.13.0-1.fc42
Fedora 41 Update: thunderbird-128.13.0-1.fc41
