Mesa 25.3.2 is out, with a brief delay due to the release handler needing extra time to sort things out. The new version includes important updates and bug fixes spread throughout the codebase, thanks to significant work in drivers like Panfrost, radv, and others. The Mesa team's diligence has kept the stable branch strong, with steady progress made behind the scenes to refine performance and reliability.
LibreOffice has released version 25.8.4, a free office suite available for download on Windows, macOS, and Linux. This new version includes over 70 fixes that focus on improving performance, reliability, and compatibility with other software, particularly Microsoft applications. LibreOffice supports two major document formats: ODF (open standard) and the proprietary OOXML format used by Microsoft Office. The foundation recommends installing a specific font to enhance collaboration between LibreOffice and Microsoft 365.
A new version of Ungoogled Chromium has been released, offering a more private and controlled alternative to standard browser releases. This version ditches Google services built into the core experience while keeping things familiar for users who are used to regular Chromium builds. To achieve this, Ungoogled Chromium strips unnecessary binaries from the source code, resulting in a lighter and more focused browser that removes bloat associated with relying on Google services. The browser also includes additional customization options, such as new command-line switches and flag settings, allowing users to tailor their experience even further.
A new security release, Exim 4.99.1, has been made available to address a critical vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-67896. This vulnerability affects Exim versions starting at 4.99 and may also impact older versions that are no longer maintained. The good news is that installing version 4.99.1 on up-to-date systems like Exim 4.99 or newer will fix the issue. Users can obtain the updated software through various means, including a tarball from the FTP server or by accessing the code repository directly.
The BIND 9 DNS software has released new versions: 9.20.17, 9.18.43, and the development release 9.21.16. The updates include improvements to name resolution for delegation points, which should make queries faster, especially with complicated chains or redirections. Additionally, several bugs have been fixed, including issues related to timeouts, journal file mismatches, and parsing errors in remote-server settings. The development release 9.21.16 also includes new features such as improved 'dig' command options, enhanced status reporting for DNSSEC keys, and stricter rules for the 'prefetch' setting.
A new version of Zed has been released, with several exciting features for Vim users and AI enthusiasts. The command palette now remembers past commands, making it easier to reuse complex actions, while the agent panel's intelligence has increased by automatically determining code context and showing extension agents' actual names in the menu. Additionally, Grok 4.1 Fast models have been integrated, providing a massive 2M token context window for full vision capabilities and image support across all models. The release also includes numerous bug fixes to improve reliability and address crashes, memory leaks, and performance slowdowns in various parts of the app.
The PHP development team has released five new updates: PHP 8.5.1, 8.4.16, 8.2.30, 8.1.34, and 8.3.29, focusing on security fixes and core improvements. Notable changes include the fixing of serious bugs in Curl, PDO, Fibers, Intl, Lexbor, LibXML, MySQL, Phar, PHPDBG, SPL, standard library, URI parsing, XML handling, and Zip. The updates address issues such as null dereferencing, assertion failures, memory leaks, ASAN stack overflows, and crashes during property existence tests in zip files. These security fixes and core updates aim to improve stability and prevent major trouble for developers relying on the PHP language.
PHP 8.3.29 has been released with various bug fixes and improvements across multiple areas. The update includes syncing Boost context files with version 1.86.0, as well as fixing issues related to SensitiveParameter, userland stream_close() calls, and assertion failures in Bz2 streams. Additionally, the release addresses security and stability concerns in the DOM extension, Fibers, FTP, GD, internationalization, LibXML, MbString, MySQLnd, Opcache, and other areas, including packaging and file handling. The update also fixes leaks in array_diff(), stack overflows in http_build_query(), and null byte termination problems in dns_get_record(), among other issues.
Python 3.15.0 Alpha 3 has been released as part of its ongoing development process and is now available for download on the official Python website. This alpha release marks a checkpoint in the development process, allowing developers to try out new features and bug fixes before final code stabilization begins. Although still very much in flux, several planned changes are expected, including a statistical sampling profiler, UTF-8 as Python's default character encoding, and an updated C API for creating bytes objects. Developers are encouraged to provide feedback on missing feature ideas, but it's too early in the lifecycle for use in actual projects due to ongoing development and potential changes.
Pgpool-II has been updated to versions 4.6.5, 4.5.10, 4.4.15, and 4.3.18 with minor refinements that focus on its core strengths: connection pooling, load balancing, and automatic failover for smoother database traffic handling. This update aims to provide a more efficient bridge between existing systems and modern applications that require PostgreSQL. The new versions are now available online, and users can refer to the detailed release notes to understand the specific changes made in each version.
GIMP has released its latest Release Candidate, version 3.2 RC2, marking another significant step towards the final launch of the widely awaited update. The community played a crucial role in helping to test and identify issues with the previous release candidate, allowing the developers to focus on bug fixes and performance enhancements. Notable changes include improved export options, increased limits for Clipboard Brush and Pattern tools, enhanced SVG support, and faster loading times for large projects.
Scribus has released two new versions, 1.6.5 and 1.7.1, of the popular open-source desktop publishing suite. Version 1.6.5 focuses on bug fixes, improving light and dark mode handling, color eyedropper tool functionality, scripter functions, text properties panels, node editing, and align and distribute tools. Meanwhile, version 1.7.1 introduces significant development work with new features like search functionality in Preferences and a Document Log interface that brings issues to the user's attention.
Roundcube has released its second release candidate for version 1.7, focusing on resolving serious issues discovered since the first release candidate dropped. Two security problems were addressed: a cross-site scripting vulnerability and an update to prevent information disclosure, both thanks to contributions from outside developers. For Postgres users, the developer fixed a long-standing syntax error in database migration scripts, a significant step towards making 1.7 ready for prime time.
Goverlay has been updated to version 1.6.4, which includes a useful new feature: FSR management. This allows users to easily switch between different versions of FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) using a dropdown menu, making it easier to experiment with the latest AI-enhanced version if supported or stick with an older version that works better on certain graphics cards. The update also includes behind-the-scenes improvements, such as automatic verification of necessary folders and setting up OptiScaler during updates, and ensuring settings are properly saved after each change.
The latest version of OBS Studio, 32.0.4, has been released to address several long-standing issues that users have been experiencing. A significant improvement in scene management allows deleted scenes to no longer leave their audio sources lingering in the Audio Mixer, preventing clutter and frustration. Additionally, the update resolves performance lag with audio devices caused by earlier changes, resulting in a smoother experience for many users who rely on their audio gear. The release also fixes a small but annoying glitch where the user interface wouldn't always update correctly to reflect changes in transition durations.
Roundcube Webmail has released new versions for its 1.6 and 1.5 series, specifically version 1.6.12 and 1.5.12, which focus on addressing several security vulnerabilities in older versions of the software. The critical fixes include preventing Cross-Site-Scripting (XSS) issues triggered by certain SVG elements and vulnerabilities in HTML formatting that could lead to attacks or information disclosure. Users running Roundcube 1.6.x or earlier are advised to upgrade to version 1.6.12 immediately, while those using the older LTS version can update to 1.5.12 if necessary. The updates also bring smaller benefits such as IPv6 support for database settings and improved contact search functionality.
Zen Browser has released a new version, 1.17.14b. This update includes some minor but useful changes for users who care about fine-tuning their experience. The compact mode now allows you to customize the location of the download icon popup, giving you more control over the look and feel of your browser. Additionally, issues with startup hangs on Mac systems and default search engine resetting have been fixed, along with various other small tweaks that improve the user interface.
Goverlay version 1.6.3 has been released, focusing on bug fixes and adding a new feature that allows users to save preset profiles directly on their Steam Deck. The update includes four dedicated slots in GOverlay for storing different performance setups, making it easier to switch between them during gaming sessions. Additional behind-the-scenes changes have improved the FPS cap offset calculations and library lookups for vkBasalt users.
Wine Staging has released version 11.0 RC2, an experimental build that marks another step forward in development. This latest update is built on feedback from the community and focuses on refining specific components, including an updated vkd3d-latest patchset for enhanced DirectX compatibility through Vulkan. By rebasing onto recent Wine code and testing individual parts, developers can polish features before potentially merging them into the core project.
Wine 11.0 Release Candidate 2 is now available for testing, marking the start of the yearly code freeze period where community feedback will shape the final version. This release focuses solely on bug fixes with developers addressing known issues before the official release. The build includes fixes for 28 bugs and improves compatibility for several games, including Indycar Series, ThumbsPlus Pro, and Ys Origin, in addition to enhancing Quartz and DirectShow support.
