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Steam Controller Review and more

Reviews 52633 Published 2026-05-09 08:54 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Today's roundup highlights hardware reviews spanning desktop cases, displays, and gaming peripherals. The Maingear MG-1 tower prioritizes airflow and supports top-tier components, though you will pay a premium. Meanwhile, enthusiasts can explore the Gigabyte QHD monitor, Valve's refreshed Steam Controller, and the high-performance ASUS ROG Harpe II Ace mouse. Storage and diagnostic tools round out the list with a practical M.2 docking station, a capable four-bay NAS system, and a compact thermal imaging camera.

Casing: Maingear MG-1 (2026) review: Fast and clean, for a price
Displays: Gigabyte GO27Q24G Review - Borderless by Design, Gaming by Nature
Gaming: Steam Controller Review - It Just Works...Most of the Time
Graphics Cards: COLORFUL iGame GeForce RTX 5070 Ultra OC Review - When Style and Performance Meet
Input: ASUS ROG Harpe II Ace Mouse Review
Storage: FIDECO 4 Bay M.2 SSD Docking Station With Offline Clone Review, Ugreen NASync DXP4800 Pro 4-bay NAS Review
Video: Thermal Master P4 Review - Mobile infrared camera with fixed focus in use

KDE Plasma 6.7 Development Update: HDR Profiles, AMD Backlight Fix, and GPU Tweaks

KDE 1724 Published 2026-05-09 08:40 by Philipp Esselbach 0

The latest KDE Plasma 6.7 development update skips flashy new features in favor of essential technical fixes that keep the desktop running smoothly. Users can finally apply ICC color profiles during HDR sessions and disable the annoying purple tint caused by AMD laptop backlight modulation. Interface tweaks clean up Discover’s Flatpak duplicates, let you drag favorites out of Kickoff without right-clicking, and add print job badges to the system tray. Meanwhile, critical patches resolve multi-GPU stutters, restore control over partially hidden windows, and optimize CPU rendering for better battery life across most Qt applications.

Bazzite Linux 44.20260508 released

Bazzite 35 Published 2026-05-09 08:25 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Bazzite Linux 44.20260508 pushes the kernel to version 6.19.14-ogc2 and bumps core libraries like SDL3 and ffmpeg to keep frame delivery smooth across handhelds and desktop rigs. The release patches a few annoying quirks by restoring HID-TMFF2 rumble support, fixing OpenTabletDriver paths, and finally ditching that old KDE boot script that kept spamming terminals during startup. ASUS ROG owners get dedicated control center tools through the ujust scripts, while non-Steam launchers like battle.net and EA App integrate more cleanly into Gaming Mode without eating extra RAM behind the scenes. Rolling forward takes a single rollback helper command that handles atomic package swaps safely, so users can skip manual dependency hunting and just keep their gaming setups running.

FEX-2605 released

Software 44357 Published 2026-05-09 08:12 by Philipp Esselbach 0

FEX-2605 delivers major performance gains for legacy x87 and SSE math routines while patching flag and segment register bugs that previously caused game stutters or crashes. The release also fixes a race condition on ARM64ec systems that triggered controller input failures when running WINE or Proton. Early Snapdragon X2 Elite support is included, with developers adjusting for hardware quirks like non-standard cycle counters and disabled RNG features. Most importantly, the update refines split-lock emulation by raising cache line thresholds to prevent SIGBUS crashes during atomic memory operations on Qualcomm processors.

Liquorix Linux Kernel 7.0-5 released

Debian 10897 Ubuntu 7080 Arch Linux 958 Published 2026-05-09 08:09 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Liquorix Kernel 7.0-5 trades raw throughput and battery efficiency for snappier desktop interactions by tightening scheduler timeslices and adjusting CPU frequency scaling thresholds. The update swaps disk I/O schedulers to kyber or bfq depending on your drive type, which helps random read performance during everyday tasks like launching apps or switching windows. Installing it on Debian or Ubuntu is as simple as running a single curl command, though keeping a fallback live USB handy remains smart since aggressive tuning can occasionally break proprietary driver compatibility. Desktop creators and gamers will likely appreciate the reduced input lag, but servers and battery-powered laptops should probably stick with their distribution stock kernels instead.

Goverlay 1.8.1 released

Software 44357 Published 2026-05-09 07:57 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Goverlay 1.8.1 finally patches missing interface icons and fixes game card badge anchoring to keep the overlay looking clean during gameplay. The update also migrates vkBasalt to Material Design 3 while resolving a persistent bug that reset DLSS version preferences in global fgmod. A newly added clear configuration button inside the System card lets users quickly reset settings without digging through hidden directories or running terminal commands. AppImage and Flatpak builds will drop later today, giving sandboxed installation options once the patches are fully available.

Zen Browser 1.19.12b released

Software 44357 Published 2026-05-09 07:52 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Zen Browser 1.19.12b swaps its core engine to Firefox 150.0.2 while patching two security vulnerabilities that could let malicious scripts escape standard tab sandboxes. The update smooths out the space swiping mechanic and adds a straightforward keyboard shortcut for launching new workspaces without digging through nested menus. Apple users finally get relief from random popover crashes and menu bar glitches, while Linux distributions receive properly localized desktop entries straight out of the box. It is a solid stability release that keeps memory usage in check and avoids adding unnecessary features to an already polished interface.

Linux Kernel 5.15.206 and 6.1.172 released

Linux 3355 Published 2026-05-09 07:25 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Linux kernel versions 5.15.206 and 6.1.172 just shipped a patch that fixes a flag handling bug in the IPsec networking stack. The issue started when a recent commit accidentally wrote to the transmit flags variable instead of the correct state flags during IPv4 packet decryption. That single typo caused silent connection drops and corrupted traffic on any system running active VPNs or encrypted tunnels. Running your standard package manager update pulls the fix straight into your system without needing manual compilation or risky workarounds.

KDE Frameworks 6.26 released

KDE 1724 Published 2026-05-09 07:19 by Philipp Esselbach 0

KDE Frameworks 6.26.0 drops this week as a straightforward stability patch that finally tames Baloo memory leaks and fixes file indexing crashes. The update polishes Kirigami interfaces with better touch scrolling, corrected form alignments, and smoother window transitions for mobile-style apps. File handling gets practical upgrades like smarter MIME type detection during paste operations and reliable trash worker support for large directories. Grab it through your regular package manager since the release prioritizes reliability over flashy new features and requires Qt 6.9.0 to build from source.

Godot 4.6.3 RC 1 released

Software 44357 Published 2026-05-09 07:14 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Godot 4.6.3 RC 1 arrives as a focused maintenance update that prioritizes stability over new features by squashing recent regressions across the engine. The release patches critical issues like memory race conditions, threading deadlocks, and editor interface bugs that could easily break active projects. Platform export pipelines, physics collision handling, and rendering optimizations also receive targeted fixes to prevent common deployment headaches. Developers should test this candidate in isolated environments before trusting it for production builds since early releases can still hide edge case crashes.

Kdenlive 26.04.1 released

KDE 1724 Published 2026-05-09 07:09 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Kdenlive 26.04.1 drops a critical security patch that blocks remote code execution when opening crafted project files from untrusted sources. The vulnerability only targets external .kdenlive documents, but editors should still upgrade immediately to avoid potential system compromise. Beyond the security fix, this maintenance release smooths out several timeline glitches like frozen playheads and endless resize confirmation loops while fixing macOS microphone permission handling. Grab the update through your package manager or official download page before those workflow bugs ruin a tight editing deadline.

Lua and NASM updates for Ubuntu Linux

Ubuntu 7080 Published 2026-05-09 06:58 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Ubuntu released two security notices that address critical issues in Lua and NASM across different operating system versions. The first notice targets Ubuntu 16.04 LTS by patching a garbage collection flaw in Lua that could allow attackers to crash the system or run unauthorized programs. Developers also needed to reverse a recent NASM patch for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS after discovering that the initial correction actually caused the assembler to crash unexpectedly. Users on both platforms can resolve these problems by running a standard system update or enabling Ubuntu Pro to pull the corrected package versions.

[USN-8262-1] Lua vulnerability
[USN-8248-2] NASM regression

OpenCryptoki, python-Django, Cairo, and more updates for SUSE Linux

SUSE 5641 Published 2026-05-09 06:56 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Firefox, PHP, Libpng-Error, Kernel, Thunderbird updates for Slackware

Slackware 1258 Published 2026-05-09 06:50 by Philipp Esselbach 0

The Slackware Linux Security Team just released critical updates for Firefox, PHP, libgpg error, Thunderbird, and the main kernel across both stable and development branches. These patches address a wide array of serious flaws ranging from dangerous memory corruption bugs to browser based scripting vulnerabilities that could compromise system integrity. Administrators should apply these upgrades right away because several of the reported exploits enable unauthorized privilege escalation on affected machines. You can grab the corrected files from official FTP mirrors and install them using standard root commands before restarting any impacted services or rebooting your system.

mozilla-firefox (SSA:2026-127-02)
php (SSA:2026-127-03)
libgpg-error (SSA:2026-127-01)
kernel (SSA:2026-128-01)
mozilla-thunderbird (SSA:2026-128-02)

Git-LFS and CopyFail patches for Rocky Linux

Rocky Linux 905 Published 2026-05-09 06:47 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Rocky Linux administrators need to apply two urgent security patches right away. The first addresses a git-lfs flaw in version nine, while the second tackles CopyFail, a severe kernel vulnerability that allows unprivileged users to escalate directly to root access. This memory-based exploit completely bypasses traditional file integrity monitoring tools and requires no special privileges to run. Simply refresh your package metadata, update all kernel packages, and restart your machines across supported releases to stay safe.

RLSA-2026:14200: Important: git-lfs security update
CopyFail (CVE-2026-31431): Patches Now Available for Rocky Linux

OpenShift Container Platform update for RHEL

Red Hat 9408 Published 2026-05-09 06:44 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Red Hat has released updated packages and images for OpenShift Container Platform versions 4.12.88 and 4.12.89. These updates resolve multiple software issues while introducing new features and necessary security patches. The vendor rates the overall security impact of these changes as low across all advisories. Detailed severity information remains available through CVSS scores linked to specific CVE references in each notice.

RHSA-2026:12273: Moderate: OpenShift Container Platform 4.12.88 packages and security update
RHSA-2026:12274: Important: OpenShift Container Platform 4.12.88 bug fix and security update
RHSA-2026:14097: Important: OpenShift Container Platform 4.12.89 bug fix and security update

Iptables, LibPNG, Freeipmi, and more updates for Oracle Linux

Oracle Linux 6481 Published 2026-05-09 06:43 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Oracle has released a series of package updates across versions seven through ten of its Linux operating system to address both stability issues and critical vulnerabilities. Several advisories focus on patching known security flaws in widely used libraries like libpng, freeipmi, corosync, and gstreamer1 plugins by fixing out-of-bounds memory access problems and integer overflows. Other releases provide essential bug fixes and feature enhancements for core system components such as iptables, glibc, and lvm2 while ensuring better compatibility with different kernel flavors and hardware architectures. Administrators can download these updated RPM packages directly from the Unbreakable Linux Network to keep their systems secure and running smoothly.

ELBA-2026-14789 Oracle Linux 10 iptables bug fix and enhancement update
ELSA-2026-14790 Moderate: Oracle Linux 10 libpng security update
ELSA-2026-14819 Moderate: Oracle Linux 9 freeipmi security update
ELSA-2026-14791 Moderate: Oracle Linux 9 libpng security update
ELSA-2026-13673 Moderate: Oracle Linux 9 corosync security update
ELSA-2026-14929 Important: Oracle Linux 8 mingw-libtiff security update
ELBA-2026-13663 Oracle Linux 8 glibc bug fix and enhancement update
ELBA-2026-50256 Oracle Linux 8 lvm2 bug fix update
ELSA-2026-7673 Important: Oracle Linux 7 gstreamer1-plugins-bad-free, gstreamer1-plugins-base, and gstreamer1-plugins-good security update

ProFTPD, Kernel, NodeJS, and more updates for Fedora

Fedora Linux 9345 Published 2026-05-09 06:40 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Fedora 42, 43, and 44 have received a batch of critical security updates covering essential system components like the Linux kernel, ProFTPD, Node.js 22, GnuTLS, and SDL3_image. The kernel releases patch a severe local privilege escalation vulnerability known as dirtyfrag while also introducing hardware support improvements across multiple architectures.Meanwhile, ProFTPD addresses a dangerous SQL injection flaw in its database module, and Node.js 22 resolves over ten distinct issues ranging from memory exhaustion attacks to unauthorized file permission changes. Administrators should run the standard dnf upgrade command promptly to apply these patches before attackers can exploit the documented weaknesses.

Fedora 43 Update: proftpd-1.3.9a-1.fc43
Fedora 43 Update: kernel-7.0.4-100.fc43
Fedora 43 Update: nodejs22-22.22.2-2.fc43
Fedora 42 Update: kernel-6.19.14-101.fc42
Fedora 42 Update: proftpd-1.3.9a-1.fc42
Fedora 44 Update: gnutls-3.8.13-1.fc44
Fedora 44 Update: kernel-7.0.4-200.fc44
Fedora 44 Update: proftpd-1.3.9a-1.fc44
Fedora 44 Update: nodejs22-22.22.2-3.fc44
Fedora 44 Update: SDL3_image-3.4.4-1.fc44

Apache2, Postorius, PHP, and more updates for Debian

Debian 10897 Published 2026-05-09 06:29 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Several Debian security bulletins released address critical flaws in widely deployed software including Apache HTTP Server, PHP versions 8.2 and 8.4, Firefox ESR, the Linux kernel, Postorius, and Little CMS. These vulnerabilities could allow malicious actors to execute arbitrary code, escalate system privileges, crash services, or expose sensitive information. Each advisory lists exact version numbers for various Debian releases alongside older stable distributions that require immediate patching. Administrators ought to prioritize these installations right away since the combined threat landscape remains quite active across multiple platforms.

[DLA 4571-1] apache2 security update
[DSA 6257-1] postorius security update
[DSA 6256-1] php8.4 security update
[DSA 6255-1] php8.2 security update
[DLA 4572-1] linux security update
[DSA 6254-1] firefox-esr security update
[DSA 6253-1] linux security update
ELA-1713-1 linux-5.10 security update
ELA-1709-1 lcms2 security update

MiniGW, Kernel, Coresync, Freeipmi updates for AlmaLinux

AlmaLinux 2559 Published 2026-05-09 06:24 by Philipp Esselbach 0

AlmaLinux distributed a series of security patches for operating system versions 8 through 10. These updates address critical flaws across several key packages including the Linux kernel, mingw-libtiff, corosync, and freeipmi that could otherwise enable remote code execution or cause service disruptions.

ALSA-2026:14929: mingw-libtiff security update (Important)
ALSA-2026:A007: kernel-rt security update (Important)
ALSA-2026:A004: kernel security update (Important)
ALSA-2026:A006: kernel security update (Important)
ALSA-2026:A005: kernel security update (Important)
ALSA-2026:13673: corosync security update (Moderate)
ALSA-2026:14819: freeipmi security update (Moderate)

Linux Kernel 5.10.255, 5.15.205, and 6.1.171 released

Linux 3355 Published 2026-05-08 16:52 by Philipp Esselbach 0

The latest Linux kernel LTS update patches a subtle networking bug that could silently corrupt encrypted UDP traffic when shared memory fragments are improperly handled. Instead of safely copying network buffers before decryption, the vulnerable code path overwrites original data in place, creating race conditions under heavy tunneling workloads. Users can resolve the issue by installing standard distribution packages through their regular package managers without relying on bloated third-party utilities or forcing immediate reboots. Verifying system logs after the update confirms stable packet handling and prevents silent memory corruption during routine network operations.

PHP 8.2.31, 8.3.31, 8.4.21, and 8.5.6 Fedora/RHEL Packages released

Fedora Linux 9345 Published 2026-05-08 10:14 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Remi Collet has released updated PHP packages ranging from version 8.2.31 to 8.5.6 for Fedora and Enterprise Linux distributions like RHEL, AlmaLinux, and Rocky. These releases patch between eight and thirteen security vulnerabilities per version, making immediate installation essential to prevent known exploits. Administrators can easily upgrade by switching the default PHP module through dnf or install a parallel instance using Software Collections for safe testing. The update also bundles newer backend libraries like libicu74 and oniguruma5php, with official Fedora repositories expected to roll out these versions in the near future.

Linux Kernel 6.6.138, 6.12.87, and 6.18.28 released

Linux 3355 Published 2026-05-08 10:10 by Philipp Esselbach 0

The latest stable Linux kernel LTS releases patch a critical memory handling flaw that could corrupt encrypted UDP traffic during IPsec operations. When the network stack spliced shared pipe pages into sockets, it incorrectly assumed full ownership of the data and decrypted packets in place instead of making safe private copies. This update forces the system to trigger a proper copy-on-write routine whenever shared fragments are detected, preventing silent memory overwrites without impacting standard performance. Administrators and power users should apply these kernel updates immediately through their distribution package managers to maintain reliable network connectivity and prevent unexpected packet drops.

Linux Kernel 7.0.5 released

Linux 3355 Published 2026-05-08 10:05 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Linux Kernel 7.0.5 patches a critical IPsec bug that silently corrupted network traffic by decrypting shared UDP memory pages without proper ownership checks. The update adds missing safety flags to match TCP behavior and forces the kernel to copy data before modifying it, preventing silent packet loss and VPN instability. System administrators should verify their running kernel version includes this fix and monitor system logs for dropped packets after upgrading. Rolling out the patch ensures encrypted tunnels stay reliable without sacrificing performance on standard network configurations.

KDE neon 20260507 released

KDE 1724 Published 2026-05-08 09:34 by Philipp Esselbach 0

KDE neon 20260507 drops straight onto a stable Ubuntu LTS foundation and pushes unpatched Plasma updates the moment upstream developers release them. The distribution clearly targets desktop tinkerers who want bleeding edge tools, so anyone running mission critical work should probably stick to slower release cycles. Graphics driver support stays strictly limited to open source Nouveau, while traditional apt packages get filtered out in favor of Snap and Flatpak alternatives. Keeping the system from breaking requires running full-upgrade through the terminal or Discover, which means regular backups are basically mandatory before hitting refresh.

Intel Core Ultra 5 225 review and more

Reviews 52633 Published 2026-05-08 08:36 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Today's reviews roundup covers a bunch of new PC parts that should get any builder excited. The FSP M580 case catches your eye with its curved glass panels, and folks are already saying the Intel Core Ultra 5 needs to drop in price before you buy it. You can also grab some details on PNYs slim RTX 5080 card plus a super light wireless mouse that pushes a crazy fast polling rate. Rounding things out are two fresh Z890 motherboards that pack all the modern features without breaking the bank.

Casing: FSP M580 Review
CPUs: Intel Core Ultra 5 225 review: Arrow Lake’s forgotten CPU needs a price cut
Graphics Cards: PNY GeForce RTX 5080 Slim OC Review - A Compact 4K Powerhouse
Input: SteelSeries Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 Ghost Review, lightweight wireless mouse with 4K polling and transparent shell, Epomaker TH80 V2 PRO Mechanical Keyboard Review
Motherboards: GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS Elite WiFi7 Plus Motherboard Review - Right in the sweet spot, ASRock Phantom Gaming Z890 Lightning Wi-Fi Review

KDE Gear 26.04.1 released

KDE 1724 Published 2026-05-08 08:10 by Philipp Esselbach 0

KDE Gear 26.04.1 finally patches over one hundred eighty applications with a heavy emphasis on stability instead of chasing shiny new features. The Konsole update stops the middle mouse button from accidentally nuking open tabs, while Akonadi gets a long overdue fix for those pesky selection crashes that always seem to pop up during bulk contact management. Video editors and document viewers also benefit, as Kdenlive resolves macOS permission roadblocks and Okular patches dangerous memory overflow flaws in its fax handling routines. Android builds get cleaned up across the board to play nicely with Qt 6.11, so desktop users can finally stop worrying about background processes tripping over themselves during routine tasks. Grab the update when it hits your package manager and enjoy a quieter system while it lasts.

XanMod Kernel 6.18.17 LTS and 7.0.4 released

Debian 10897 Ubuntu 7080 Published 2026-05-08 07:58 by Philipp Esselbach 0

XanMod just dropped kernels 6.18.17 LTS and 7.0.4 to give Debian and Ubuntu users a noticeably snappier desktop experience without waiting on upstream updates. The build ships with Google multigenerational LRU memory management, Cloudflare TCP collapse, BBRv3 networking tweaks, and dedicated drivers for AMD 3D V-Cache and Steam Deck hardware. Proprietary modules like NVIDIA graphics or VirtualBox often break during compilation, so checking DKMS compatibility before swapping kernels is a must. The installation takes just three APT commands plus a few build dependencies, but running the update on a spare machine first will save you from a boot loop when a driver refuses to compile.

Fish 4.7.1 released

Software 44357 Published 2026-05-08 07:52 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Fish Shell 4.7.1 drops today to patch a regression in version 4.7.0 that completely broke the web configuration interface. Users who actually want to tweak their prompt or syntax highlighting should grab the official .tar.xz archive or prebuilt Linux binaries instead of the broken source package. The maintainers strongly recommend verifying the GPG signature before compiling, since terminal shells run with elevated privileges and unsigned archives are a security risk. Once installed, the update restores normal browser-based settings management without touching existing dotfiles or custom themes.

Python 3.15.0 Beta 1 released

Software 44357 Published 2026-05-08 07:41 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Python 3.15 beta 1 just landed as the first feature freeze preview, dropping explicit lazy imports, frozen dictionaries, and a centralized profiling package that actually makes debugging slower scripts bearable. The JIT compiler now pulls an eight to thirteen percent speed boost across major platforms, while Windows binaries finally switch to the tail-calling interpreter by default so you stop fighting legacy performance quirks. Core developers are actively pushing third party maintainers to break things early since ABI stability is still being locked down before the August 2026 release candidate phase. Regular users should keep their production servers on stable builds and only test this beta in isolated environments until the final version ships next year.

Swish-e, Slurm, Kernel, and more updates for Ubuntu Linux

Ubuntu 7080 Published 2026-05-08 07:33 by Philipp Esselbach 0

389-DS, Freeipmi, Webkit2GTK3, and more updates for SUSE

SUSE 5641 Published 2026-05-08 07:29 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Resourse-Agents, Thunderbird, TigerVNC, and more updates for Rocky Linux

Rocky Linux 905 Published 2026-05-08 07:27 by Philipp Esselbach 0

LibRaw, Python MinGW-LibTiff, and more updates for RHEL

Red Hat 9408 Published 2026-05-08 07:25 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Git-LFS, Kernel, Libsoup, perl-XML-Parser updates for Oracle Linux

Oracle Linux 6481 Published 2026-05-08 07:24 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Oracle has rolled out a batch of updates across several Linux releases to patch security holes and resolve system instability. The git-lfs package for version nine was rebuilt using a newer Golang framework to close three separate vulnerabilities. A major kernel refresh for version eight addresses cryptographic flaws, memory handling errors, and storage driver bugs while also updating module signing certificates. Finally, older platforms receive targeted fixes that secure the libsoup library on release eight and patch legacy XML parsing weaknesses in the Perl tools for release seven.

ELSA-2026-14200 Important: Oracle Linux 9 git-lfs security update
ELBA-2026-13577-1 Oracle Linux 8 kernel bug fix update
ELSA-2026-14087 Moderate: Oracle Linux 8 libsoup security update
ELSA-2026-8578 Important: Oracle Linux 7 perl-XML-Parser security update

Perl-Starman and OpenSSL updates for Fedora

Fedora Linux 9345 Published 2026-05-08 07:21 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Fedora is rolling out important security patches across versions 42, 43, and 44 to address recent vulnerabilities in widely used packages. The perl-Starman update brings version 0.4018 to all three releases, fixing a header precedence flaw that previously allowed attackers to smuggle malicious HTTP requests through reverse proxies. Meanwhile, Fedora 42 gets a separate OpenSSL upgrade that patches an RSA encryption validation issue tied to CVE-2026-31790.

Fedora 42 Update: perl-Starman-0.4018-1.fc42
Fedora 42 Update: openssl-3.2.6-4.fc42
Fedora 43 Update: perl-Starman-0.4018-1.fc43
Fedora 44 Update: perl-Starman-0.4018-1.fc44

TzData, Prosody, LibreOffice, and more updates for Debian

Debian 10897 Published 2026-05-08 07:18 by Philipp Esselbach 0

Debian issued a batch of security advisories and timezone updates for its LTS distributions. The tzdata package now incorporates the 2026b database, which shifts British Columbia to permanent standard time and refreshes its leap second records. Critical patches also addressed multiple vulnerabilities across several applications, ranging from buffer overflows in LibreOffice and integer overflow flaws in lcms2 to severe access control weaknesses in Prosody. Administrators should prioritize upgrading Chromium alongside these other tools since the browser update resolves dozens of critical issues that could allow arbitrary code execution or data leaks.

ELA-1712-1 libdatetime-timezone-perl new timezone database
ELA-1711-1 tzdata new timezone database
[DLA 4570-1] libdatetime-timezone-perl new timezone database
[DLA 4569-1] tzdata new timezone database
[DSA 6252-1] prosody security update
[DSA 6251-1] libreoffice security update
[DSA 6250-1] chromium security update
[DLA 4568-1] lcms2 security update

Libsoup security update for AlmaLinux

AlmaLinux 2559 Published 2026-05-08 07:08 by Philipp Esselbach 0

AlmaLinux released a moderate security update for version 8 to fix known issues in the libsoup HTTP library. The patch specifically targets CVE-2026-5119, an exploit that could leak sensitive cookie information while establishing HTTPS tunnels. You should install these refreshed packages right away to keep your systems safe from cleartext data exposure. Full technical reports and download links are available on the official errata website or by joining their community chat for support.

ALSA-2026:14087: libsoup security update (Moderate)

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