XanMod Linux Kernel 6.18.41-xanmod1 has been released, building on the upstream Linux 6.18.41 LTS and featuring LLVM ThinLTO compilation across three x86-64 ABI tiers. This release focuses on stability and performance, incorporating various patches, including Google BBRv3 and AMD optimizations, while addressing vulnerabilities in posix-cpu-timers. The kernel is designed for long-term support through December 2028 and includes bundled NVIDIA graphics drivers. Additionally, it offers a variety of third-party patches that enhance performance and compatibility for desktops, workstations, and servers

XanMod Linux Kernel 6.18.41 LTS Released with LLVM Builds and Heavy Patchset

XanMod Linux Kernel 6.18.41-xanmod1 arrived today and built on top of upstream Linux 6.18.41 LTS. The kernel compiles with LLVM ThinLTO across three x86-64 ABI tiers and applies a curated collection of performance patches, including Google BBRv3, AMD 3D V-Cache optimization, and Cloudflare TCP Collapse. This point release prioritizes stability by backporting Thomas Gleixner's fixes for posix-cpu-timers use-after-free vulnerabilities and timer arm callback validation. The 6.18 branch provides long-term support through December 2028 and bundles NVIDIA graphics drivers for both open and proprietary stacks.

XanMod Linux Kernel 6.18.41 LTS Released with LLVM Builds and Heavy Patchset @ Linux Compatible