Author: Yuri Gagarin

Release of LKRG 1.0.0 to protect against exploits in the Linux kernel

The Openwall project has released the LKRG 1.0.0 kernel module (Linux Kernel Runtime Guard), designed to verify the integrity of kernel structures and detect attempts to exploit vulnerabilities in the kernel. It is noted that the assignment of version number 1.0.0 marks the project reaching a mature state. The project's code is distributed under the GPLv2 license. The module is suitable for protection against attacks exploiting already known vulnerabilities in the Linux kernel, […]

Release of the Linux Mint 22.2 distribution.

The release of Linux Mint 22.2 has been presented, continuing the development of the version based on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. The distribution is fully compatible with Ubuntu but significantly differs in its approach to user interface organization and the selection of default applications. The Linux Mint developers provide a desktop environment that adheres to classical desktop organization standards, which is more familiar to users who do not accept new methods […]

The support period for openSUSE Leap and openSUSE Leap Micro has been extended to 2 years.

The developers of the openSUSE distribution announced an extension of the update formation period for new releases of openSUSE Leap and openSUSE Leap Micro to two years. The new support period will apply starting from the openSUSE Leap 16 branch, the first release of which is scheduled for October 1, 2025. Intermediate releases in the openSUSE Leap 16 branch will be maintained alongside the commercial distribution […]

The Rust Foundation has launched the Rust Innovation Lab initiative.

The non-profit Rust Foundation, focused on the development and support of the Rust programming language and its ecosystem, has introduced the Rust Innovation Lab initiative, aimed at providing support for open projects written in Rust and used to ensure the operation of critical infrastructure elements. The initiative will allow projects to receive financial, legal, and marketing support, as well as administrative assistance and help in […]

Before the release of GNOME 49, X11 support has been restored by default in GDM.

The release candidate for GNOME 49 has been presented — the last test release before the scheduled release on September 17. The published test release is notable for reversing a previously made change that disabled the default compilation of components for X11 support in the GDM (GNOME Display Manager). Initially, GNOME 49 intended to disable X11 support by default in GDM but leave the option to launch […]

The release of the Chrome 140 web browser introduces IP hiding and script blocking support.

Google has released version 140 of the Chrome web browser. At the same time, a stable release of the free project Chromium, which serves as the base for Chrome, is available. The Chrome browser differs from Chromium in its use of Google branding, having a crash reporting system, modules for playing protected content (DRM), automatic update installation, constant sandbox isolation, provision of keys for Google API, and transmission of RLZ parameters […]

Release of Apache Cloudberry 2.0.0, an open alternative to the Greenplum DBMS.

The release of the distributed database Apache Cloudberry 2.0.0 has been announced, continuing the development of the open-source codebase of the Greenplum DBMS, which was turned into a closed product by Broadcom after acquiring VMware. Apache Cloudberry 2.0.0 marks the first release of the project after the code was handed over to the Apache community. The project is currently in the Apache incubator and will be promoted to a top-level Apache project once the infrastructure is ready […]

Linux From Scratch 12.4 and Beyond Linux From Scratch 12.4 have been released.

New releases of the Linux From Scratch 12.4 (LFS) and Beyond Linux From Scratch 12.4 (BLFS) guides have been introduced, along with LFS and BLFS editions featuring the system manager systemd. Linux From Scratch provides instructions for building a basic Linux system from scratch using only the source code for the necessary software. Beyond Linux From Scratch complements the LFS instructions with information on assembly […]

Release of AerynOS 2025.08, formerly known as Serpent OS

The release of AerynOS 2025.08 has been announced, marking the second update since the project's renaming from Serpent OS. The distribution utilizes its own package manager and an atomic system update model. Development is carried out by the original team behind the Solus distribution, which includes Ikey Doherty, the creator of Solus, and Joshua Strobl, the key developer of the Budgie desktop environment. Bootable […]

Release of volt-gui 1.2.0, a GUI for optimizing settings that affect gaming performance in Linux.

The release of the volt-gui 1.2.0 application has occurred, providing a graphical interface for optimizing gaming performance on Linux. The program simplifies the configuration of graphics driver settings, Mesa, and the Linux kernel. For example, it offers options for selecting the scheduler mode, managing VSync usage, shader caching, enabling various optimizations, and replacing the reported information on OpenGL and Vulkan versions. The code is written in Python […]

FreeBSD Development Report for the Second Quarter of 2025

A report on the development of the FreeBSD project for the second quarter of 2025 has been published. Notable changes include the FreeBSD Core Team developing guidelines for the use of AI and large language models in development. Possible applications of AI in FreeBSD include documentation translation, summarizing long/unfamiliar documents, bug tracking, and code analysis. Currently, there are no plans to use AI for code generation […]

Release of the IceWM 3.9.0 window manager with cursor theme support

The release of the lightweight window manager IceWM 3.9.0 is now available. IceWM provides full keyboard shortcut management, the ability to use virtual desktops, taskbars, and application menus. Tabs can be used for window grouping. The window manager is configured through a relatively simple configuration file, with theme support available. Window grouping in the form of tabs is supported. Built-in applets are available for monitoring CPU, memory, and traffic […]

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