Microsoft has released WSL 2.9.13, a pre-release version of the Windows Subsystem for Linux that enhances its wslc container CLI with Docker-like features. Key updates include the addition of flags for pulling all tags and displaying digests, along with new command options that aim to provide a more familiar experience for Docker users. The release also addresses two significant security issues, including a mitigation for Redirection Trust and a patch for potential memory access vulnerabilities. Developers are encouraged to try the pre-release for its new features and improvements, while production users may want to wait for the stable version

WSL 2.9.13 Pre-release Ships Docker-Parity wslc Containers and Security Fixes

Microsoft released WSL 2.9.13, a pre-build published by engineer OneBlue on September 25 that leans heavily on Docker-parity features for its native wslc container CLI. The batch adds --all-tags pulls, a --digests flag, wslc events, and Compose-style command-scoped global options to bring it closer to the familiar docker experience. Two security fixes land as well: the Redirection Trust mitigation enabled in enforce mode and a patch for a potential out-of-bounds memory access. Install it via the Microsoft Store's pre-release channel or wsl --update, though production users may want to wait for the matching stable build.

WSL 2.9.13 Pre-release Ships Docker-Parity wslc Containers and Security Fixes @ NT Compatible