VirtualBox 7.2.4 Released with Linux Kernel 6.18 Support

VirtualBox 7.2.4 adds initial Linux kernel 6.18 support, fixes NAT port forwarding issues, and resolves GUI crashes when resuming from sleep.

VirtualBox, a popular open-source virtualization software, has just released its second maintenance update to the 7.2 series, version 7.2.4, which mainly focuses on improving stability and compatibility across different platforms.

One of the main highlights is the added initial support for the upcoming Linux kernel 6.18. The update also includes specific Guest Additions fixes for RHEL 9.6 and 9.7 kernels, addressing compatibility issues reported by some users.

On the networking side, a NAT-related issue affecting multiple port forwarding rules has been fixed. The release also improves desktop stability. Oracle fixed a VM Manager crash that occurred when the host system resumed from sleep, a bug reported by several users.

VirtualBox 7.2.4
VirtualBox 7.2.4

In addition, language support has been updated for Traditional Chinese, Greek, Swedish, Hungarian, and Indonesian, keeping translations aligned with the latest upstream strings.

For Windows guests, VirtualBox 7.2.4 fixes a long-standing issue where the Guest Additions installation could fail on Windows XP SP2, which, while an old system, remains in use in certain legacy environments.

Refer to the changelog for details on all changes in the new version. VirtualBox 7.2.4 is available from the project’s download section on the website. After updating, remember to install the latest Extension Pack version, which enhances VirtualBox’s functionality by adding features.

Bobby Borisov

Bobby Borisov

Bobby, an editor-in-chief at Linuxiac, is a Linux professional with over 20 years of experience. With a strong focus on Linux and open-source software, he has worked as a Senior Linux System Administrator, Software Developer, and DevOps Engineer for small and large multinational companies.

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