UBports has released Ubuntu Touch updates 24.04-2.1 and 24.04-1.5, which include a crucial security patch that addresses a vulnerability allowing unconfined apps to gain root access without a password. The updates also add support for eight new devices, including models from Nothing Phone, OnePlus, and Xiaomi, while enhancing the Morph Browser with a new engine and various bug fixes. Users are advised to update their devices through System Settings, with specific instructions for those on older versions to first upgrade to 24.04-1.5. Overall, these releases signify ongoing improvements to Ubuntu Touch, showcasing a commitment to user security and device compatibility in a community-driven project

Ubuntu Touch 24.04-2.1 Update Ships With Security Fix, 8 New Devices

UBports released Ubuntu Touch 24.04-2.1 and 24.04-1.5, headlined by a security patch that plugs a flaw letting unconfined apps gain root access without a password. The update adds eight new supported phones, including the Nothing Phone (1), OnePlus Nord models, and several Xiaomi Redmi Note and Poco devices. Morph Browser gets an engine bump to QtWebEngine 6.11.2 on Chromium 140, along with fixes for tab-switch jank, push notifications, and timezone display. Existing users can install via System Settings => Updates, though some devices on 24.04-1.4 should update to 24.04-1.5 first.

Ubuntu Touch 24.04-2.1 Update Ships With Security Fix, 8 New Devices @ Linux Compatible