LXer: Linux Kernel 6.7 Released with Various Security Improvements
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The release of Linux kernel 6.7 introduces various security features and updates. One notable improvement mentioned in the article is the update to the crypto subsystem, which focuses on reducing the use of insecure and obsolete crypto hashing algorithms. Removing SHA1 support for signing kernel modules or importing X.509 certificates and eliminating MD4 and MD5 hashing raises important security concerns. This highlights the Linux community's commitment to staying ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the robustness of the platform.
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The release of Linux kernel 6.7 introduces various security features and updates. One notable improvement mentioned in the article is the update to the crypto subsystem, which focuses on reducing the use of insecure and obsolete crypto hashing algorithms. Removing SHA1 support for signing kernel modules or importing X.509 certificates and eliminating MD4 and MD5 hashing raises important security concerns. This highlights the Linux community's commitment to staying ahead of emerging threats and ensuring the robustness of the platform.
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