After a Recent SSH Vulnerability, Systemd Reduces Dependencies
Recent sshd/xz backdoor (CVE-2024-3094 ) reveals risks in systemd's libsystemd, sparking debate on dependency reduction.
Linux & Open Source News
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Thunderbird Progresses with Exchange Compatibility
March 2024's Thunderbird Digest reveals Exchange Autodiscovery and OAuth compatibility improvements in the latest update.
Latest CachyOS Release Fixes Crucial XZ CVE, Transitions Back to X11
CachyOS's latest release tackles XZ CVE, revives X11 for stability, and revamps the boot with Plymouth and a new Refind partitioning layout.
Nitrux Moves to Maui Shell, Bids Farewell to KDE Plasma
The just-released Nitrux 4.3 'pl' continues with Plasma 5.27, but by late 2024, Maui Shell will become its sole desktop environment.
Linux Mint 22 Will Adopt PipeWire as Default Sound Server
Linux Mint 22 brings PipeWire sound, JXL in Pix, and ensures Thunderbird stays packaged natively for a smoother email experience.
Flowblade 2.14 Multitrack Non-linear Video Editor Released
Flowblade 2.14's highlights include a USB shuttle feature, advanced title editing, slowmo playback, and more.
Tumbleweed Users Face Urgent 2000+ Package Updates
openSUSE rebuilds the entire codebase of Tumbleweed after a backdoor discovery in the xz library. Immediate update required!
Debian Decided to Postpone the 12.6 Release
After Linux XZ Tarball's backdoor discovery, Debian's devs decided to pause the 12.6 release for an in-depth analysis of CVE effects.
KDE Unveils WYSIWYG Note-Taking App
KDE's Marknote 1.0 is out now! With Markdown format and personal touches, you can effortlessly manage your notes and keep them handy.
Linux Upstream XZ Tarballs Have Been Backdoored
A critical vulnerability in Linux XZ Utils (CVE-2024-3094) enables remote system breaches via SSH. Immediate action is required.