Rustup 1.28.0 represents a recent update to the installer for the Rust programming language. The update encompasses various enhancements, such as replacing the default download backend from reqwest with native-tls to reqwest with rustls, implementing rustls-platform-verifier for server certificate verification, and utilizing symlinks for proxy links. The update introduces a new RUSTUP_LOG environment variable, which facilitates tracing-based logging in rustup binaries.

Pgpool-II 4.6.0 for PostgreSQL has been released, introducing valuable features such as connection pooling, load balancing, and automatic failover. The release incorporates several enhancements, including the ability to trigger log rotation, modify logging_collector parameters, invalidate query cache, enforce cache creation, and introduce IPv6 support for both watchdog hostname and heartbeat_hostname parameters. The SQL parser has been updated to align with the latest PostgreSQL 17 version, and support for IPv6 has been added for the watchdog hostname and heartbeat_hostname parameters.

Pgpool-II, a tool for PostgreSQL, has been released with the following minor versions: 4.5.6, 4.4.11, 4.3.14, and 4.2.21. This release includes features such as connection pooling, load balancing, and automatic failover.

Heroic Games Launcher 2.16.0 "Scopper Gaban" has been released and represents a significant update, incorporating more than 70 modifications since the previous version. The update introduces several enhancements, including environment variables in known fixes, launch arguments through URLs, Steam shortcuts for uninstalled games, anti-cheat logging, and a toggle for "Force Grab Cursor" in Gamescope.

Key bug fixes encompass the resolution of DXVK uninstallation issues, enhancements for runtime crash prevention, adjustments to GOG v1 game setup, improvements in zoom retention, cleanup of the Epic library, consistency in cursor behavior, disabling of auto-download for DXVK, cleanup of sideloaded games, increased visibility for Crossover bottles, and enabling DXVK-NVAPI by default. The enhancements to the UI/UX encompass translation-friendly fonts, auto-install fixes graduated, import game hints, macOS dock menu, unified launcher (UMU) set as default on Linux/Steam Deck, custom CSS styling, per-game log toggles, shader cache warnings, cloud saves clarity, and guidance for an empty library. Recent technical enhancements encompass the adoption of Proton-GE as the default, improved discoverability of Whisky on Mac, backend game launching capabilities, GOG manifest cleanup, a delay in Winetricks search, and the update to Comet v0.2.0. The update enhances localization and accessibility features.

OWASP CRS 4.12.0 has been released, introducing new features and detections, such as the prevention of V1 cookie format usage and the inclusion of restricted files for OpenStack and Docker Compose. Additional modifications encompass ensuring consistency in multipart header tags, preventing matches of invalid commands with five characters or fewer, incorporating warnings regarding modifications to default charsets, establishing response splitting rules and tests, employing improved regex, and refining log messages.

LACT 0.7.1, a Linux application designed for users to manage their AMD, Nvidia, or Intel GPU on a system, has been released. The primary updates consist of a revised clock speed configuration for Nvidia GPUs, enhanced detection of GPU device changes, minor improvements in information reporting, and resolutions for process and gamemode listener issues.

The changelog for version 0.7.1 covers features including the reloading of the GPU controller list in response to kernel DRM events, CPU-accessible VRAM, and resizable BAR reporting on Intel, as well as the implementation of mandatory DRM for AMD GPUs. Recent updates encompass the resolution of issues related to profile watcher reloads during gamemode reconnections, a comprehensive refactoring of OcPage, Power Cap Frame, ClocksFrame, and GpuStatsSection, as well as enhancements to trace logging for process events.

CloudNativePG has announced the release of versions 1.25.1 and 1.24.3, representing their initial update following their integration into the CNCF Sandbox. Recent updates encompass a startup investigation aimed at enhancing initialization reliability, security improvements for operator image construction, and fixes to bolster backup reliability. It is advisable to upgrade to version 1.25.1 for immediate advantages, while version 1.24.3 is crucial for maintaining stability and support for users currently on version 1.24. Support for version 1.24 will conclude on March 23, 2025.

Darktable 5.1 nightly build 20250301 is now available for users to explore new features ahead of the official releases. The update addresses previous bugs and incorporates intricate code; however, there may be implications for stability. New versions may alter the database schema; therefore, it is advisable to utilize a separate library.

The third release candidate for Godot 4.4 is now available for testing and is approaching its official release, emphasizing essential regression fixes. The communication team is in the process of finalizing the release page, and a final release candidate has been established to ensure that Godot 4.4 is prepared for launch.

The release features multiple regression fixes, including the direct addition of (void *) casts to GetProcAddress calls, the substitution of error messages with informational messages for embedded games, the implementation of checks to avert crashes when accessing the GameMenu API, and the incorporation of boundary checks for Array/Packed*Array variant call get and set methods. The release also covers modifications to the rendering system, metal, XR, and Android sensors. A total of seven contributors have provided 10 fixes for this release.

/e/OS 2.8 is an open-source mobile operating system that integrates a curated selection of applications to establish a privacy-focused internal system for smartphones. The release notes detail enhancements to Account Manager, App Lounge, LineageOS 21, browser, Maps, and CMF Phone 1 firmware.

The latest updates covers enhanced privacy ratings and compatibility enhancements for Fairphone 3 and Google Pixel 5, as well as Recovery.zip for community builds rooted in AOSP 14. Additionally, issues related to display freezing have been resolved, and the positioning of notification badges has been optimized. The issues with the launcher features have been resolved, and the position of the notification badge has been corrected. Mail is now compatible with Yahoo accounts, and Parental Control functions as intended for users who have logged into their accounts before activation. The support for third-party applications has been enhanced, and the /e/OS 2.8 version incorporates Android security patches that are current as of January 2025. The release represents a crucial advancement in improving the privacy and security features of smartphones.

IceWM 3.7.1 has been released. This update addresses several issues, including ModSuperIsCtrlAlt, toolbar configuration file parsing, desktop file carriage returns, enhanced focus for xterms, prevention of stray Return key-release events, proper client tab selection in QuickSwitch, and linking against NLS libraries.

A minor update for the Zed code editor has been released, resolving issues related to the launch of Svelte/Biome language servers.

Proxmox Server Solutions has announced the release of Proxmox Mail Gateway 8.2, the most recent iteration of Proxmox's open-source email security solution. The platform based on Debian GNU/Linux 12.9 "Bookworm" and is configured to utilize the latest Linux kernel 6.8 by default.

The package comprises ZFS 2.2.7 and SpamAssassin 4.0.1, featuring updated rulesets. The anti-spam and antivirus filtering solution operates as a comprehensive mail proxy, safeguarding organizations from threats such as spam, viruses, Trojans, and phishing emails. The version enhances access management by incorporating support for various authentication realms in the backend login, allowing administrators to access Proxmox Mail Gateway through single sign-on (SSO) authentication methods, with OpenID Connect being the initial supported authentication protocol.

The Document Foundation has announced the release of LibreOffice 25.2.1, the initial minor release of the LibreOffice 25.2 office suite, which is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. The suite has fixed several bugs, including dereferencing a null return value, fixing crashes in SfxViewFrame::StateReload_Impl(), merging cell borders vanishing when changing the sheet direction to (Right-To-Left), losing an image anchored to a page in a writer master document, a base SQL query parameter with a negative value failing, and UI turning autofilter OFF and ON again while retaining the color filter setting.

The suite also addressed issues with the Insert Bookmarks dialog, formulas with comma-separated decimals being rendered incorrectly, inconsistent display of vertical table alignments in merged cells that span pages, crashes at undo after pasting a table in the footer, and LibreOffice 24.2.x not being able to import Python binaries.

The fourth release candidate for Samba 4.22.0 has been released for testing. The update introduces several new features, including SMB3 Directory Leases, Netlogon Ping over LDAP and LDAPS, as well as experimental Himmelblaud Authentication in Samba. Samba has introduced support for SMB3 Directory Leases, enabling clients to cache directory listings and minimize SMB requests.

Netlogon Ping over LDAP and LDAPS enables Samba to retrieve domain controller information through straightforward queries on the AD rootDSE's netlogon attribute. Samba can now be configured to utilize TCP through the newly introduced "client netlogon ping protocol" parameter, facilitating operation in environments where firewalls entirely restrict port 389 or UDP traffic to domain controllers.

A new service release of the Hestia Control Panel for Debian and Ubuntu-based servers has been released, enabling administrators to effectively manage web domains, mail accounts, DNS zones, and databases through a centralized dashboard.

The new update covers various bug fixes, including the removal of snapshots, bulk restoration, and issues related to SFTP home directories. The panel includes support for Ubuntu 24.04 i18n GUI, incremental backups, and resolves issues related to SFTP and MySQL. Additional updates consist of relocating the v-update-letsencrypt-ssl cron, enhancing the v-add-remote-dns-host functionality, and enabling PHP 8.4 support for both Laravel and Symfony.

Zed 0.175.5 represents an updated version of the advanced code editor, featuring a range of enhancements. The updates include the removal of specific themes, including Andromeda, Atelier, Rosé Pine, Sandcastle, Solarized, and Summercamp, as well as the enhancement of selection capabilities through shift-click in the terminal. Furthermore, the editor has been enhanced to support Gemini 2.0 Flash through Copilot Chat in Zed Assistant, Mistral integration with the Assistant, and the functionality to switch to columnar selection by holding down alt-shift while the mouse is pressed.

Icon themes now possess the capability to offer their own file associations, allowing for the modification of file icons for different project files. The editor enhances LSP documentation file links, ensures consistent rendering of completion documentation markdown, displays lengthy paths in the file finder modal, and refines workspace serialization.

QEMU 9.2.2 is now available for download. The release covers various changes to system emulation, featuring the elimination of specific functionalities and adjustments that are incompatible. The -rotate and -portrait options were exclusively applicable to PXA2xx machines, and both the "proxy" backend for 9pfs and the "virtfs-proxy-helper" program have been eliminated. The "loaded" property from the 'secret' and 'tlscreds' object types has been removed, and the "query-migrationthreads" command has been deprecated.

Recent advancements in CPU architecture have been successfully emulated, covering FEAT_EBF16 and FEAT_CMOW. The current board models have been revised, and KVM-based virtual machines are now capable of supporting MTE. The HVF accelerator now enables the creation of virtual machines with an address space exceeding 36 bits, provided the host is running macOS 15 or later and the host CPU is compatible. Older machine types have been eliminated, and a Rust-based alternative implementation of PL011 is now the default selection when QEMU is compiled with the experimental Rust feature.

Junio C. Hamano has announced the release of Git v2.49-rc0, featuring enhancements to the user interface, workflows, and functionality. The release features enhancements to the completion script for zsh, including the implementation of an alternative path-hash function for delta-base selection, the addition of "git backfill" for bulk-downloading essential files, and updated documentation for "git commit" and "git rebase," which now correctly refers to commit titles.

The release additionally features enhanced -Wsign-compare fixes, a meson-based build that now accommodates the unsafe-sha1 build knob, streamlined code for verifying LSan results, and an increased number of code paths with a repository integrated into the callchain. The release introduces a new API that facilitates batch visits to objects based on a common path or type. Additionally, it provides an early opt-in option for the removal of support for the $GIT_DIR/branches/ and $GIT_DIR/remotes/ directories for remote configuration. The code paths for interacting with zlib have been refined, and an interface for Rust has been introduced. The documentation.txt files have been renamed to .adoc to enhance compatibility with content-aware editors.

Thaddeus Crews has announced the availability of the second release candidate for the Godot 4.4 open-source game engine. The second release candidate, anticipated to be the final one, addresses all pertinent release blockers.

The release features regression fixes and reliable solutions to persistent issues, including optimizations for libtheora, compilation on arm64 Linux with GCC, implementation of atomic flags, correction of the Embedded Game window's startup location and size, adjustment of loading dock layout post-initialization, and resolution of cross-platform configuration for rendering driver settings. The Web editor and Android editor are now available for download. The project is on track for a stable release in approximately one week.