xserver-xorg-core now uses libseat1 to control rootless startx and access to input and video devices. This has several advantages, the most significant being that it removes the dbus dependency from xserver-xorg-core. libseat1 can use either seatd or elogind as a backend. If you need to override the default choice (autodiscovery), use the LIBSEAT_BACKEND environment variable. If you are using seatd as the backend, ensure the user is a member of the video group. This is only relevant to running startx as a user, xorg run as root by a display manager is unaffected. Users can now enjoy a wayland desktop without elogind by installing libpam-ck-connector, sway and seatd. Ensure the relevant user is a member of the `video` group and run sway from the terminal.
This emergency release addresses a critical vulnerability in the Linux kernel by updating it to version 6.1.38. The update resolves two specific vulnerabilities: one affecting Intel processors (CVE-2022-40982) and another impacting AMD processors (CVE-2023-20569). These vulnerabilities had the potential to enable a malicious application within Tails to illicitly access and pilfer data from other applications like KeePassXC and Electrum, including sensitive information like passwords and private keys. The likelihood of such an attack is low, requiring a potent adversary like a government or advanced hacking entity. As of now, there is no evidence of this attack being utilized in real-world scenarios. The release does not present any known issues and further details can be found in the provided changelog.
The latest release introduces significant changes and enhancements. Notable updates include the incorporation of Arch Kernel 6.4.9, Pamac GUI 11.6.0-1, Calamares 3.3.0 Alpha, Mesa Drivers 23.1.5-1, Xorg-Server 21.1.8-2, KDE Plasma 5.27.7, KDE Frameworks 5.108.0, and QT Version 5.15.10. A new theme/style has been introduced, showcasing the Layan theme with customized touches for consistency. Users can apply the theme to Flatpaks through the provided tool. Additionally, the release advises against using GTK themes from Repos/AUR for GTK4 apps due to limitations. The KDE Desktop has undergone significant optimizations, resulting in improved responsiveness and efficiency. Notably, there's a new repository for Grub, addressing compatibility issues with XFS filesystems. Users are encouraged to downgrade to a working version if needed. Changes related to graphics drivers include the removal of Intel Arc/iGPU Drivers due to their instability, while nVidia GPU support is detailed, with a focus on 600 series and newer. The release also incorporates the Topgrade updater tool for package updating and introduces Grub Hooks, offering automated actions for Grub and Kernel updates, with considerations for specific scenarios. Overall, this release aims to provide a refined and optimized user experience.
This release is based on stable Debian 12.1 'Bookworm'. The current Window Maker 0.95.9 is used as default window manager and exclusive desktop session option. The additional Xfce desktop session option was removed. Selected components and utilities of Xfce, MATE and LXQt were seamlessly integrated with Window Maker. A fail-safe mode session option was added for troubleshooting needs. The GTK widget libraries have been recompiled with the gtk3-classic patches. The login manager is now LightDM instead of the former wmlive-gdm. The default web browsers are Pale Moon and Surf. As mail messaging client, Claws-Mail has been chosen. Most wmlive-specific scripts have been localized using machine translation for about 17 of the most common European languages used worldwide. The default init system is now systemd instead of SysVInit. As it turned out, systemd has become the de-facto standard init system over time and trying to circumvent and replace it with SysVInit while maintaining the same levels of functionality has become increasingly difficult and laborious.
We are proud to deliver the /e/OS 1.13. Enjoy all the new features and improvements it embeds! We embedded some improvements! App lounge - Categories allows to discover way more apps. If users have to use a Google account, they're advised to use a Google account without any important data. Account added via Calendar can be used within a couple of minute. Translations - Gallery, Music, Advanced Privacy. Software updates - We merged bug fixes and security updates from LineageOS 19.1 source code. FP4 Firmware - Bumped firmware with the May update (FP4.SP29.B.069.20230510).Third-Party App support: we addressed some issues with in-app Maps display; we resolved an issue with a large number of markers on the map; we addressed some issues about network location.
hino-pkg (rpk), which is a meta-package manager that combines apt, pacstall, flatpak, and snap into a nice little UI that can be used to install, remove, search, and upgrade all package managers at once. This was also my first time dabbling with i18n, and since it's not a large program, we have translated it into (as of the 6th of August, 2023) 14 different languages along with English, so that hopefully every user can understand what it's doing in their native language.
This version features the Linux Kernel 6.4 by default, providing support for the latest hardware. Additionally, the included Firefox browser has been updated to version 116.0 with various enhancements. New tools are introduced, including the Amarok USB Formatter application designed for formatting USB drives and external HDs, even with Windows installed. It supports formats like FAT32, EXT4, NTFS, and EXFAT. The Amarok Image Writer allows easy burning of ISO or IMG images to a pendrive, complete with online ISO verification and corruption detection. The "About Amarok" application has been updated for improved detection of the user's public IP and support for modern GPU versions. The Shortwave app offers intuitive radio listening from around the world. Other updates include the inclusion of the AzPainter illustration software and Calamares installer version 3.2.62. Virtualbox 7.0.10 is also available for installation. The release offers various desktop environments, including MATE 1.26, LXQt 1.2.0, and Cinnamon 5.6.8, with highlights such as Kernel 6.4.4, Firefox 116.0, About Amarok 2.0.1, and Amarok Software 1.0.1.
The recent release brings several enhancements, including resolving Zenity and Yad incompatibility, incorporating Chromium version 113.0.5672.126, revamping the Login and Security Manager, compiling Parcellite and Qlipper clipboard managers, updating the "How and Why EasyOS is Different" page, featuring an EasyOS review on It's FOSS News, reintroducing FPM2, addressing Flapi app-name issues, fixing .desktop reversion problems, and restoring Flowblade video editor. Notably, Flowblade video editor is now integrated into the system.
Tails 5.16, released on August 6, 2023, brings an update to Tor Browser version 12.5.2. Additional changes and updates are forthcoming and will be provided in an updated section. Users are encouraged to refer to the changelog for more information. It's noted that a known issue (#19728), which affected the previous release, 5.14, might persist. Users encountering this bug are advised to send a WhisperBack report. Long-standing issues are also listed for reference.
Upgrade to FreeBSD 13.2-RELEASE-P1; upgrade Netatalk to 3.1.14; upgrade mDNSResponder to 1790.80.10; upgrade devcpu-data-amd to 20230424; upgrade jQuery to 3.7.0; upgrade syncthing to 1.23.5; upgrade lighttpd to 1.4.71; upgrade devcpu-data-intel to 20230613; upgrade msmtp to 1.8.24; upgrade syncthing to 1.23.6; upgrade sudo to 1.9.14p3; upgrade VirtualBox-OSE to 6.1.46; upgrade nut to 2023.07.11; upgrade PHP to 8.2.8. General note: download your configuration file from the backup/restore page and store it in a safe location before upgrading your system. GEOM RAID5: XigmaNAS 13.x releases will no longer support GEOM RAID5, the code was removed from the code base; you will NOT have access to your DATA; migrate your data to ZFS first before upgrade. Post-upgrade tasks: you may need to clear your browser's cache to circumvent display issues; make a backup of your configuration file and store it in a safe location...