Critical Update: obs-service-kiwi_metainfo_helper Patch for openSUSE Leap 15.6

 

 SUSE releases a critical update (SUSE-RU-2025:1564-1) for obs-service-kiwi_metainfo_helper on openSUSE Leap 15.6. Fixes README handling, config.sh issues, and base digest stability. Learn how to install via YaST or Zypper. 

Key Fixes in This Moderate-Rated Security Update

SUSE has released an important update (SUSE-RU-2025:1564-1) for obs-service-kiwi_metainfo_helper, addressing key stability and functionality issues in openSUSE Leap 15.6. 

This patch ensures smoother Kiwi image builds and better handling of metadata.

What’s New in This Update?

This release includes critical fixes for developers and system administrators working with SUSE Linux Enterprise (SLE) and openSUSE:

• ✅ Improved README Handling – Adds %SOURCEURL_WITH% for proper source URL parsing.

• ✅ Config.sh Fix – Ensures variable replacements apply correctly in Kiwi build configurations (Bug #1240886).

• ✅ Base Digest Stability – No longer replaces %BASE_DIGEST% with an empty string when unavailable.

How to Install This Update

To apply this patch, use one of the following recommended methods:

1. YaST Online Update – The simplest GUI-based method.

2. Zypper Patch – Run the following command in your terminal:

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   zypper in -t patch openSUSE-SLE-15.6-2025-1564=1

3. Manual Package Installation – For advanced users:

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   zypper install obs-service-kiwi_metainfo_helper-0.6-150000.1.27.1

Why Should You Apply This Patch?

• Prevents build failures in Kiwi image creation.

• Enhances security by ensuring proper metadata handling.

• Optimizes performance for SUSE-based Linux distributions.

For full details, visit the SUSE Bugzilla reference (#1240886).