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Linux Kernel 6.8 Released: New Features and Hardware Support
Linus Torvalds recently announced the release of Linux kernel 6.8, the latest stable version of the Linux kernel. This update brings a plethora of new features and improvements, making it a significant ...
Ubuntu 18.04 Security Updates for Linux Kernel Vulnerabilities
Recently, Ubuntu has rolled out security updates addressing several Linux kernel vulnerabilities in Ubuntu 18.04. In this article, we will delve into the specifics of these vulnerabilities, along with their impact and ...
Multiple Race Condition Vulnerabilities Fixed in the Linux Kernel
A race condition vulnerability usually occurs in concurrent or multi-threaded programs where multiple processes or threads access shared resources without proper synchronization. Unpredictable outcomes like data corruption, system crashes, or unauthorized access ...
New Glibc Flaw Allows Full Root Access on Major Linux Distros
As a fundamental element of nearly every Linux-based system, the GNU C Library, or glibc, acts as a core library connecting applications with the Linux kernel. It provides essential functions for system ...
Ubuntu Kernel Updates Patch Multiple Linux Kernel Vulnerabilities
The Ubuntu security team has recently released Ubuntu kernel updates to address several high-severity Linux kernel vulnerabilities. The affected operating systems include Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, Ubuntu 23.10, Ubuntu 18.04 ...
Ubuntu 22.04 Kernel Updated to Linux Kernel 6.5
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS was first released on 21 April 2021 and is supported until April 2027. The latest version of this long-term support release (5 years), Ubuntu 22.04.3 LTS, came out on ...
Linux Kernel 6.7 Released with Various Security Improvements
Linus Torvalds has announced the release of Linux kernel 6.7, featuring various improvements and new features. One major addition is the bcachefs file system, designed to compete with Btrfs and ZFS for ...
Critical Linux Security Updates for Debian 12 and Debian 11
In the dynamic realm of cybersecurity, staying ahead of potential threats is crucial for maintaining a secure computing environment. For Debian GNU/Linux users, keeping the system updated with the latest security patches ...
Debian 12.4 Arrived with 65 Security Updates and 94 Bug Fixes
The third ISO update to the current stable Debian 12 series, Debian 12.4, has arrived superseding Debian 12.3. Debian 12.3 was delayed due to an issue in the EXT4 file system leading ...
Ubuntu Linux Kernel Updates Fixed Several Vulnerabilities
The recent Ubuntu Linux Kernel security updates have fixed several vulnerabilities found in the Linux kernel. These updates are available for Ubuntu 23.04 and Ubuntu 22.04 LTS operating systems. In this article, ...
