Two weeks after its previous 2.0.9 release, Fwupd, an open-source utility designed to make updating firmware on Linux-based systems easier and more automatic, rolled out its new 2.0.10 version.
One notable enhancement is the inclusion of the AGESA version in the summary of the AMD secure processor device. This addition provides clearer visibility into the AMD firmware stack, which is crucial for both users and administrators aiming to keep their systems secure and up to date.
Moreover, the UEFI PK certificate key ID is now included in uploaded problem reports, helping developers and support personnel better diagnose and resolve firmware-related issues.
Furthermore, the client can now restrict the GUID list to an emulated device, adding a layer of control that can be especially useful in testing or virtualized environments.
Regarding bug fixes, fwupd 2.0.10 addresses several important issues. For instance, dbx updates are now blocked on the HP Elitebook 845 Gen10 to avoid known compatibility problems. Additionally, fwupd has been improved to stop warning about BIOS bugs that can be safely worked around, reducing unnecessary alerts that could confuse users.
Two regressions have also been resolved: one involving fwupdmgr emulation-save when recording certain devices, and another preventing the installation of KEKs. Plus, the release patches a minor memory leak encountered when retrieving security attributes.
On top of that, to further improve system stability, fwupd no longer writes UX capsules when using Capsule-On-Disk. Lastly, it smartly uses the ‘OnBattery’ property from upower to determine whether the system is plugged in, which can help optimize update timing and power management.
Last but not least, version 2.0.10 adds compatibility for the Lenovo Legion Touchpad, the Logitech MX Mechanical keyboard, and Poly Studio video conferencing devices V72 and V12.
For more details, see the changelog.
