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Linux Kernels 6.12.69, 6.6.123, 6.1.162, 5.15.199, 5.10.249 released

Linux 3300 Published 2026-02-06 17:58 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Linux Kernel 6.12.69 has been released alongside earlier stable branches such as 5.10.249, 5.15.199, 6.1.162, and 6.6.123, bringing a wide array of bug fixes and feature refinements across the kernel. The log shows improvements to bpf self‑tests, RDMA device handling under Hyper‑V, pinctrl driver changes for Qualcomm SoCs, AMDGPU queue resets, and a critical writeback CPU‑usage fix that stops infinite busy loops when the dirtytime interval is zero. Additional updates touch networking, memory safety, and hardware drivers—including cgroup UAF fixes, NVMe race condition resolution, improved DMA pool handling, and various driver-specific patches for devices such as Intel NICs, NVIDIA GPUs, Qualcomm modems, and Bluetooth stacks. Altogether, this release strengthens kernel stability, performance, and security while expanding support for a broad spectrum of hardware platforms.

Linux Kernel 6.18.9 released

Linux 3300 Published 2026-02-06 17:46 by Philipp Esselbach 0

The latest point release of the Linux kernel, version 6.18.9, arrives with a focused set of patches that tighten stability and eliminate subtle bugs across many subsystems. It cleans up crashes from driver races in AMDGPU, Intel Xe, and network devices like mlx5e while also correcting misleading error counters on Intel NICs and fixing memory leaks in bcache, btrfs, and NFC routines. Network stack improvements include an MPTCP patch that stops duplicate SUB_CLOSED events and a change to the ice driver that correctly classifies UDP checksum errors, ensuring more accurate link statistics. With no new features added, this concise update is ideal for servers or DIY routers that need safer, quieter operation without pulling in extra code.

MariaDB 11.8.6, 11.4.10, 10.11.16, and 10.6.25 released

Software 44093 Published 2026-02-06 13:17 by Philipp Esselbach 0

MariaDB 11.8.6 (and its 11.4, 10.11, 10.6 counterparts) patches several InnoDB crash scenarios—especially those triggered by TRUNCATE, OPTIMIZE and buffer‑pool underruns—so servers that have seen “out‑of‑bounds write” or checksum errors should upgrade immediately. Galera clusters get a new GCS protocol version, which blocks mixed‑version nodes and resolves SST/IST loops that previously filled disks. On Unix systems the mariadb-dump --dir permission check is fixed, eliminating “permission denied” failures when dump processes run under different OS users. Follow the backup‑first checklist, bump all cluster nodes together, and run mysql_upgrade; after that your instance should stay up and stop spitting out those obscure crash logs.

Manjaro Linux 26.0.2 Anh‑Linh released

Manjaro Linux 166 Published 2026-02-06 13:10 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Manjaro Linux 26.0.2 Anh‑Linh is now on the mirrors, built on the 6.18 kernel while still offering LTS kernels (6.12, 6.6) for older machines that can’t handle the newest drivers. The GNOME spin upgrades to GNOME 49 with a tidier calendar, hideable sidebar, and a reworked Flatpak parser that cuts memory use and makes the software store noticeably faster on modest hardware. KDE Plasma 6.5 adds optional rounded window corners, a time‑based light/dark theme switcher, broader application permission controls, and an RDP server that syncs clipboard credentials without extra passwords. The Xfce edition moves to 4.20, bringing Thunar file‑coloring rules, built‑in recursive search, exact‑pixel panel sizing, and a “keep panel above windows” option for more predictable layouts.

Zen Browser 1.18.5b released

Software 44093 Published 2026-02-06 12:59 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Zen Browser 1.18.5b introduces a “Sync only pinned tabs in workspaces” option that lets users keep their pinned shortcuts consistent across windows while leaving unpinned tabs untouched. The feature only works if the hidden window.sync.enabled flag is turned on in about:config, so double‑check that setting first. The update also upgrades the underlying engine to Firefox 147.0.3 and resolves two annoyances.

KDE neon 20260205 released

KDE 1696 Published 2026-02-06 08:07 by Philipp Esselbach 0

KDE neon 20260205 delivers the newest Plasma, Qt and core KDE apps straight from upstream on an Ubuntu 24.04 LTS foundation. It’s perfect for enthusiasts and beta testers who want features the moment they’re released, but the rapid KDE updates can cause regressions that more conservative distros avoid. Proprietary Nvidia drivers can be installed manually, yet KDE neon provides no official support, leaving any driver‑related problems to the user.

AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D 5.6 GHz 3D V-Cache CPU Review and more

Reviews 52554 Published 2026-02-06 07:48 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Here is a roundup of today's reviews and articles, including reviews of the Fractal Design North Momentum Edition case, ASRock Phantom Gaming 360 LCD AIO CPU cooler, ASUS ROG Kithara gaming headset, Status Audio Pro X wireless earbuds, Patriot Viper Elite 5 Ultra DDR5-6000 memory, REDMAGIC 11 Pro smartphone, ASRock motherboards, Asus RT-BE58 Go Wi-Fi 7 travel router, and MSI PRO A850PL PCIE5 power supply. The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU has also been reviewed, with it boasting a clock speed of 5.6 GHz and offering up to 7% gaming performance increase over its predecessor.

Casing: Fractal Design North Momentum Edition Review, Fractal Design North (XL) Momentum Edition chassis review, Fractal Design North Momentum Edition Review
Cooling: ASRock Phantom Gaming 360 LCD AIO CPU Cooler Review
CPUs: AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D 5.6 GHz "3D V-Cache" CPU Review: The Best Gaming CPU, Now Even Better
Headphones: ASUS ROG Kithara Gaming Headset Review, Status Audio Pro X Review: Built for sound lovers
Memory: Patriot Viper Elite 5 Ultra DDR5-6000 2x24GB Review
Mobile: REDMAGIC 11 Pro review: king of gaming phones returns with wireless charging and more
Motherboards: ASRock X870 Taichi Creator Motherboard Review - The creator's Taichi, ASRock Phantom Gaming B860M Lightning WiFi Review
Networking: Asus RT-BE58 Go Wi-Fi 7 travel router review: A versatile, dual-band Wi-Fi 7 travel companion
Power: MSI PRO A850PL PCIE5 850W ATX v3.1 PSU Review
Printers: Anycubic Kobra X Review: Hidden AMS

OBS Studio 32.1.0 Release Candidate 1 released

Software 44093 Published 2026-02-06 07:18 by Philipp Esselbach 0

OBS Studio 32.1.0 Release Candidate 1 restores the missing Add Source dialog and delivers a batch of bug‑fixes that matter most to Linux streamers. The candidate corrects PipeWire camera framerate listings, eliminating the bogus “60 fps” entries that have caused webcam lag complaints. Audio Mixer glitches that consumed extra CPU on macOS are also trimmed on Linux, resulting in steadier performance during long sessions. Overall, the build is a solid step toward 32.1.0 for anyone running OBS on a Linux desktop, though scene collections should still be backed up before testing.

OpenJDK, Tomcat, Alsa-Lib, Chromium updates for Debian

Debian 10768 Published 2026-02-06 06:57 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Debian has released several security updates for various packages, including openjdk-25, tomcat9, xrdp, alsa-lib, chromium, and multiple Tomcat versions (10, 11). These updates address vulnerabilities that could lead to code execution, denial of service, or information disclosure. The openjdk-25 update fixes several vulnerabilities that may result in incorrect certificate validation or other attacks, while the tomcat9 update corrects flaws that can lead to a bypass of security constraints or denial of service. Users are advised to upgrade their packages as soon as possible and follow the instructions provided by Debian for applying the updates to their system.

Debian GNU/Linux 10 (Bullseye) Extended LTS:
ELA-1636-1 xrdp security update

Debian GNU/Linux 11 (Bullseye) LTS:
[DLA 4468-1] tomcat9 security update
[DLA 4469-1] alsa-lib security update

Debian GNU/Linux 12 (Bookworm) and 13 (Trixie):
[DSA 6122-1] chromium security update
[DSA 6120-1] tomcat10 security update

Debian GNU/Linux 13 (Trixie):
[DSA 6119-1] openjdk-25 security update
[DSA 6121-1] tomcat11 security update

Kernel, GLib, Python, Tracker-Miners updates for Ubuntu

Ubuntu 6972 Published 2026-02-06 06:51 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Ubuntu has released security notices for several vulnerabilities, including Linux kernel vulnerabilities (USN-7988-3), GLib library vulnerabilities (USN-8017-1), and Python programming language vulnerabilities (USN-8018-1). The Linux kernel vulnerabilities affect Ubuntu 18.04 LTS, 16.04 LTS, and 14.04 LTS, and can be corrected by updating the system to new package versions. The GLib library vulnerabilities affect Ubuntu 25.10, 24.04 LTS, and 22.04 LTS, and can also be corrected by updating the system to new package versions. Additionally, tracker-miners was found vulnerable in Ubuntu 25.10, 24.04 LTS, and 22.04 LTS, and requires a session restart after update to correct the issue.

[USN-7988-3] Linux kernel vulnerabilities
[USN-8017-1] GLib vulnerabilities
[USN-8018-1] Python vulnerabilities
[USN-8019-1] tracker-miners vulnerabilities

LibPainter, Expat, Thunderbird, and more updates for SUSE Linux

SUSE 5552 Published 2026-02-06 06:50 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Multiple security updates are available for various packages, including libpainter0, traefik2, python312-Django6, expat, and others. The updates address several vulnerabilities, ranging from moderate to important severity, and affect various products such as openSUSE Tumbleweed, openSUSE Leap 15.6, SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 15 SP7, and others. Some of the specific security fixes include CVE-2025-68670 in libpainter0, CVE-2025-54386 and others in traefik2, and CVE-2026-21925 and others in java-1_8_0-openj9. The updates are available for installation via YaST online_update or "zypper patch" commands.

openSUSE-SU-2026:10146-1: moderate: libpainter0-0.9.27-1.1 on GA media
openSUSE-SU-2026:10143-1: moderate: traefik2-2.11.35-1.1 on GA media
openSUSE-SU-2026:10145-1: moderate: python312-Django6-6.0.2-1.1 on GA media
openSUSE-SU-2026:10144-1: moderate: expat-2.7.4-1.1 on GA media
SUSE-SU-2026:0388-1: important: Security update for MozillaThunderbird
SUSE-SU-2026:0389-1: important: Security update for java-1_8_0-openj9
SUSE-SU-2026:0390-1: important: Security update for java-1_8_0-ibm
SUSE-SU-2026:0391-1: low: Security update for libxml2
SUSE-SU-2026:0394-1: moderate: Security update for xen

Kernel, CURL, Brotli, Python updates for AlmaLinux

AlmaLinux 2505 Published 2026-02-06 06:49 by Philipp Esselbach 0

The AlmaLinux Security team has released several important and moderate security updates to address vulnerabilities in various packages, including kernel, python-wheel, curl, python3.12, and brotli. These updates aim to fix issues such as use-after-free vulnerabilities, out-of-bounds reads, and denial of service attacks that could compromise system security. The CVEs listed for each update include Linux kernel vulnerabilities (CVE-2025-37819, CVE-2025-38349), python-wheel privilege escalation (CVE-2026-24049), curl out-of-bounds read (CVE-2025-9086), and brotli decompression bomb DoS (CVE-2025-6176).

ALSA-2026:1690: kernel security update (Important)
ALSA-2026:1902: python-wheel security update (Important)
ALSA-2026:1825: curl security update (Moderate)
ALSA-2026:1828: python3.12 security update (Moderate)
ALSA-2026:2042: brotli security update (Important)

PHP, Wireshark, Util-Linux, and more updates for Rocky Linux

Rocky Linux 848 Published 2026-02-06 06:47 by Philipp Esselbach 0

FontForge, Libsoup, Python, and more updates for RHEL

Red Hat 9340 Published 2026-02-06 06:46 by Philipp Esselbach 0

OpenQA, PHP Unit, pgAdmin4, and more updates for Fedora

Fedora Linux 9237 Published 2026-02-06 06:44 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Several security updates have been released for Fedora 42. The updates affect various packages, including openqa, phpunit12, pgadmin4, yarnpkg, and different versions of the PHPUnit package (phpunit11, phpunit10, phpunit9, phpunit8). These updates address vulnerabilities in lodash and prototype pollution in _.unset and _.omit functions, as well as arbitrary code execution via unsafe deserialization of code coverage files.

Fedora 42 Update: openqa-5^20250711git28a0214-4.fc42
Fedora 42 Update: phpunit12-12.5.8-1.fc42
Fedora 42 Update: pgadmin4-9.11-3.fc42
Fedora 42 Update: yarnpkg-1.22.22-16.fc42
Fedora 42 Update: phpunit11-11.5.50-1.fc42
Fedora 42 Update: phpunit10-10.5.63-1.fc42
Fedora 42 Update: phpunit8-8.5.52-1.fc42
Fedora 42 Update: phpunit9-9.6.34-1.fc42

KDE Gear 25.12.2 released

KDE 1696 Published 2026-02-05 22:03 by Philipp Esselbach 0

KDE Gear 25.12.2 patches long‑standing crashes in Kalk, KDE Connect, and Partition Manager while refreshing translations. The update removes the broken Delete‑key behavior in the calculator, restores file‑sharing from mobile devices, and fixes a division‑by‑zero crash that could bring your partition manager down. Applying it is straightforward: refresh the package cache, upgrade kde-gear, clear any lingering config files if an app still misbehaves, then log out and back in. The release is low‑risk and worth installing for anyone who’s run into these specific bugs.

Ardour 9.0 released

Software 44093 Published 2026-02-05 21:49 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Ardour 9.0 finally adds clip‑level effects, letting you apply plugins to individual audio regions without extra DSP load—a huge win for CPU‑tight mixes. The cue page now works as a looper, so you can record directly into launchable slots and drop loops onto the timeline with automatic quantization. A dedicated pianoroll window and realtime perceptual analyzer make MIDI editing and frequency balancing far less fiddly. The influx of new preference toggles adds flexibility but can overwhelm newcomers, so stick to defaults until a specific workflow need surfaces.

Darktable 5.4.1 released

Software 44093 Published 2026-02-05 18:27 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Darktable 5.4.1 fixes several export‑related bugs and crashes that appeared after the 5.4 jump, keeping edit history intact but requiring a full backup of the configuration folder before upgrading. The release also adds support for newer camera models such as Sony ILCE‑7CR and updates raw‑speed handling, while older macOS versions and certain legacy cameras remain unsupported.

Mesa 26.0.0 Release Candidate 3 released

Software 44093 Published 2026-02-05 17:59 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Mesa 26.0.0‑rc3 adds driver‑level fixes—most notably tighter BVH handling in radv and internal AV1 tile calculations in ANV—while polishing LLVM‑22 compatibility across the stack. Early testers have already spotted “device lost” crashes on older AMD GPUs, which the new BVH patches aim to eliminate, but software rasterizer builds with LLVM‑22 can still hit shader compilation errors. Building the candidate in a separate directory and installing it under a user‑local prefix lets you trial the changes without overwriting your system Mesa packages.

Apache NetBeans IDE 29 RC2 released

Software 44093 Published 2026-02-05 14:59 by Philipp Esselbach 0

NetBeans IDE 29 RC2 primarily patches stability issues that bite developers during Maven project refreshes and Java auto‑completion on broken code. The release also tightens Javadoc rendering, expands static‑import hints to records, and makes the Favorites pane appear automatically on first use.

Krita 6.0 and 5.3 Betas released

Software 44093 Published 2026-02-05 13:51 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Krita 6’s first beta finally gives canvas‑editable text that wraps inside vector shapes and follows paths, ending the old raster‑only workaround. On Linux, native Wayland mode now respects color profiles, though it only works reliably with KWin. A new vector‑knife tool lets you split and merge shapes in a single click, which is a lifesaver for comic page layout. The update also adds HDR‑aware filters, real‑time recording, and tighter Python brush‑stroke APIs—nice extras that actually get used.

pgAdmin 4 v9.12 released

Software 44093 Published 2026-02-05 13:18 by Philipp Esselbach 0

pgAdmin 4 v9.12 adds INHERIT and SET checkboxes to the role membership tab and a toolbar button that pulls the full result set in the query tool, making role management and large data exports easier. OAuth2/OIDC authentication now has better claim handling and extra configuration fields for providers such as Azure AD or Keycloak. Important bug fixes include a patch for the dashboard freeze when many locks are present, secret‑key masking to address CVE‑2026‑1707, clearer pg_restore logs, and a Mac OS auto‑update fix on read‑only volumes. If any of these features or stability improvements match your workflow, upgrading now is the sensible move.

GMKtec Evo X2 AI Mini PC Review and more

Reviews 52554 Published 2026-02-05 08:29 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Several computer and tech companies have recently released new products, including laptops and mini PCs from Geekom and GMKtec. In the gaming category, reviews have been published for Nioh 3 and the Corsair Sabre V2 Pro Mouse, while Corsair's Galleon 100 SD keyboard and Stream Deck combo has also been reviewed. New memory kits from Crucial and Kingston have been tested for their performance, with a focus on DDR5 technology. Additionally, a review of the OWC Envoy Ultra 2TB Thunderbolt 5 SSD has highlighted its high speeds and potential benefits for creators working with large files.

Computers: GeekBook X14 Pro Review: Geekom’s First Featherweight Alloy Laptop, GMKtec Evo X2 AI Mini PC review: Compact Strix Halo Powerhouse, CyberPowerPC Ultra R9959 Gaming System Review
Furniture: FlexiSpot E7 Flow review: Cable management made easy
Gaming: Nioh 3 Review - Rise of the Shogun
Input: Corsair Sabre V2 Pro Mouse Review, Corsair Galleon 100 SD Review: A gaming keyboard and Stream Deck collide; combo is good, but is it necessary?
Memory: Crucial DDR5 Pro OC Memory DDR5-6400 16GB Dual-Channel Memory Kit Review, Kingston Fury Renegade CUDIMM DDR5-8400 48 GB CL40 Review
Storage: OWC Envoy Ultra 2TB Thunderbolt 5 SSD Review - Blistering Speed for Creators

Thunderbird and Containerd updates for Debian

Debian 10768 Published 2026-02-05 07:52 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Two security update have been released for Debian GNU/Linux 11 (Bullseye) LTS. The first update, DLA-4466-1, addresses a security issue in Thunderbird that could result in information disclosure and has been fixed with version 1:140.7.1esr-1~deb11u1. The second update, DLA-4467-1, fixes multiple vulnerabilities in containerd, including overly broad default permission issues and a bug in CRI Attach implementation that can exhaust host memory. Both advisories recommend upgrading the respective packages to fix the security issues.

[DLA 4466-1] thunderbird security update
[DLA 4467-1] containerd security update

ImageMagick, MySQL, Emacs, and more updates for Ubuntu Linux

Ubuntu 6972 Published 2026-02-05 07:49 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Multiple security vulnerabilities were fixed in various Ubuntu packages, including ImageMagick, MySQL, Emacs, GitHub CLI, and Linux kernel versions 5.15 and 6.8. The updates address issues such as denial of service, arbitrary code execution, and unauthorized access to sensitive data. Affected systems include Ubuntu 14.04 LTS, 16.04 LTS, 18.04 LTS, 20.04 LTS, 22.04 LTS, 24.04 LTS, and 25.10. Users are advised to update their systems as soon as possible to ensure the latest security patches are applied.

[USN-8007-1] ImageMagick vulnerabilities
[USN-8006-1] MySQL vulnerabilities
[USN-8011-1] Emacs vulnerabilities
[USN-8012-1] GitHub CLI vulnerabilities
[USN-8015-1] Linux kernel vulnerabilities
[USN-8014-1] Linux kernel vulnerabilities
[USN-8013-1] Linux kernel vulnerabilities
[USN-8016-1] Linux kernel (NVIDIA) vulnerabilities
[USN-8015-2] Linux kernel (Real-time) vulnerabilities
[USN-8013-3] Linux kernel (Real-time) vulnerabilities
[USN-8013-2] Linux kernel (FIPS) vulnerabilities

Glibc, Python-Django, Protobuf, and more updates for SUSE

SUSE 5552 Published 2026-02-05 07:47 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Util-Linux, Python, Kernel, and more updates for Oracle Linux

Oracle Linux 6443 Published 2026-02-05 07:46 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Oracle has released several security updates and bug fixes for various components on Oracle Linux 8, 9, and 10. The updates include a kernel update (4.18.0-553) for Oracle Linux 8, addressing several bug fixes and security patches. For Oracle Linux 10, updates have been made to nmstate, dpdk, python3.12, zlib-ng, crypto-policies, apr-util, qemu-kvm, and desktop-file-utils to address various issues and enhancements. These updates are available on the Unbreakable Linux Network (ULN) and can be installed using yum or other package managers.

ELBA-2026-1833 Oracle Linux 10 nmstate bug fix and enhancement update
ELBA-2026-1830 Oracle Linux 10 dpdk bug fix and enhancement update
ELBA-2026-1662-1 Oracle Linux 8 kernel bug fix update
ELSA-2026-1852 Moderate: Oracle Linux 8 util-linux security update
ELSA-2026-1828 Moderate: Oracle Linux 10 python3.12 security update
ELBA-2026-1827 Oracle Linux 10 zlib-ng bug fix and enhancement update
ELBA-2026-1826 Oracle Linux 10 crypto-policies bug fix and enhancement update
ELBA-2026-50083 Oracle Linux 9 oracle-ovirt-release-45-el9 bug fix update
ELSA-2026-1631 Moderate: Oracle Linux 8 python3 security update
ELSA-2026-0926 Important: Oracle Linux 7 net-snmp security update
ELBA-2026-1832 Oracle Linux 10 apr-util bug fix and enhancement update
ELSA-2026-1831 Moderate: Oracle Linux 10 qemu-kvm security update
ELBA-2026-1840 Oracle Linux 10 desktop-file-utils bug fix and enhancement update
ELBA-2026-1834 Oracle Linux 10 libnbd bug fix and enhancement update

Python updates for Rocky Linux

Rocky Linux 848 Published 2026-02-05 07:44 by Philipp Esselbach 0

An update is available for the Python 3.12 software on Rocky Linux 10, which affects the system's security. This update addresses potential vulnerabilities in the Python code and aims to provide a secure environment for users. The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) base score rates the severity of each vulnerability, providing detailed information about its impact.

RLSA-2026:1828: Moderate: python3.12 security update

Iperf3, Kernel, JBoss, and more updates for RHEL

Red Hat 9340 Published 2026-02-05 07:43 by Philipp Esselbach 0

YarnPKG, PHP Unit, GnuPG, pgAdmin updates for Fedora

Fedora Linux 9237 Published 2026-02-05 07:41 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Multiple security updates have been released for Fedora 43, addressing various vulnerabilities and bugs. The updates include patches for yarnpkg, phpunit12, phpunit9, gnupg2, pgadmin4, phpunit11, phpunit10, and phpunit8, which fix issues such as arbitrary code execution via unsafe deserialization of code coverage files and stack-based buffer overflow in tpm2daemon. The updates can be installed using the "dnf" update program, with instructions provided for each package.

Fedora 43 Update: yarnpkg-1.22.22-16.fc43
Fedora 43 Update: phpunit12-12.5.8-1.fc43
Fedora 43 Update: phpunit9-9.6.34-1.fc43
Fedora 43 Update: gnupg2-2.4.9-5.fc43
Fedora 43 Update: pgadmin4-9.11-3.fc43
Fedora 43 Update: phpunit11-11.5.50-1.fc43
Fedora 43 Update: phpunit10-10.5.63-1.fc43
Fedora 43 Update: phpunit8-8.5.52-1.fc43