Fwupd 2.1.9 Linux Firmware Updater Adds New Hardware Support
The Fwupd 2.1.9 release adds Pixart device support, improves Redfish identification, and fixes several firmware update issues.
Linux & Open Source News
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OpenSSL 4.1 Released with DTLS 1.3 Support, Crypto Optimizations
OpenSSL 4.1 adds DTLS 1.3 and GREASE support, improves post-quantum cryptographic performance, and introduces new APIs and encryption optimizations.
Tails 7.15.1 Privacy-Focused Linux Distro Released as Emergency Security Update
Tails 7.15.1 addresses compromised CA certificates that could allow attackers to impersonate HTTPS websites through malicious Tor exit nodes.
LibreSSL 4.4 Released with Post-Quantum TLS Improvements, Security Fixes
LibreSSL 4.4 improves TLS 1.3 security with hybrid key exchange, addresses OCSP vulnerabilities, and fixes handshake issues.
Calibre 9.17 E-Book Manager Adds JPEG XL Support, Speeds Up Conversions
Calibre 9.17 adds JPEG XL support, speeds up MOBI and AZW3 conversions, and fixes PDF and EPUB issues introduced in the previous release.
Shelly 3.1.9 Arch Linux Package Manager Adds File Migration Support
Shelly 3.1.9 introduces file migration support, fixes AUR package upgrades, and improves repository refresh handling.
Sentry Pledges $1 Million to Open Source Maintainers
Sentry expands its financial support for open source, allocating $1 million to software maintainers, foundations, and critical dependencies.
openSUSE’s Agama 25 Installer Adds Web Terminal, Improves Networking
The Agama 25 Linux installer adds terminal access from the browser, simplifies network setup, and improves installation controls.
PipeWire 1.6.10 Multimedia Framework Released with JACK Crash Fixes
PipeWire 1.6.10 fixes potential JACK crashes, audio playback glitches, Bluetooth issues, and a regression affecting rear-channel audio delays.
Steam Client Update Fixes Vulkan Game Freezes on Linux
Valve releases a Steam Client update fixing Vulkan game freezes on Linux, updater issues, and bugs affecting Remote Play and macOS.