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Multikernel Linux Releases First Public Kernel Tree Based on Linux 7.0
The first public Multikernel Linux release lets several independent kernels run side by side on one machine with dedicated CPUs, memory, and devices.
Linus Torvalds Turns to AI to Track Down Intel Xe GPU Bug
A tricky Intel Xe driver bug sent Linus Torvalds through 18 kernel boots, with AI handling much of the debugging grunt work along the way.
TUXEDO OS Will Track Debian Testing Kernels with Its Own Hardware Fixes
TUXEDO is replacing Ubuntu’s HWE-based kernel cadence with a continuously updated model built around Debian Testing.
Linux Kernel 7.2 Released with Btrfs, Scheduler, and Networking Improvements
Linux kernel 7.2 is out with cache-aware scheduling, Btrfs large folios, Rust on s390, and broad networking and virtualization improvements.
18-Year-Old Linux Kernel Vulnerability Enables Root Access and Container Escape
The SCTPhantom vulnerability, CVE-2026-64564, affects Linux SCTP code and can be exploited for root access and container escape.
15-Year-Old Linux Kernel GhostLock Flaw Lets Local Users Gain Root
CVE-2026-43499, dubbed GhostLock by Nebula Security, exposes a long-standing Linux kernel futex bug that can lead to local root access.
Experimental BSDun Kernel Module Runs FreeBSD Binaries on Linux
BSDun is an experimental project that brings FreeBSD binary compatibility to Linux, with support already claimed for shells, networking tools, pkg, and more.
Linux Tops 2026 CVE Charts, Greg KH Says That’s a Good Thing
Greg Kroah-Hartman says Linux leads CVE counts for the first half of 2026, arguing the numbers reflect responsible reporting, not poor security.
Linux Gets Dirty Again: DirtyClone Kernel Flaw Can Lead to Local Root Access
After DirtyFrag, DirtyClone exposes another Linux kernel flaw that may let local attackers gain root access on vulnerable systems.