SUSE Multi-Linux Manager 5.0 Update: Critical Security & Performance Enhancements

 

Discover the latest SUSE Multi-Linux Manager 5.0.4.1 update with critical security patches, performance upgrades, and rebuilt container images for Server, Proxy, and Retail Branch Server. Learn installation steps for SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro 5.5, Server 15 SP6, and Manager extensions.

Release Date: June 18, 2025 | Severity: Moderate | Affected Products: SUSE Linux Enterprise, Manager Server/Proxy.

Key Updates & Fixes

1. SUSE Manager Server 5.0.4.1

• Rebuilt container images with updated dependencies for:

  • server-attestation-image (v5.0.9)

  • server-hub-xmlrpc-api-image (v5.0.11)

  • server-image (v5.0.14 – major dependency refresh)

  • server-migration-14-16-image (v5.0.12)

2. SUSE Manager Proxy 5.0.4.1

• Optimized for stability across architectures (aarch64, ppc64le, s390x, x86_64):

  • proxy-helm (v5.0.13)

  • proxy-httpd-image (v5.0.11)

  • proxy-squid-image (v5.0.11)

3. Retail Branch Server 5.0.4.1

• Identical Proxy fixes for enterprise-scale deployments.

Why This Update Matters for Enterprises

• Security: Mitigates vulnerabilities referenced in SUSE JIRA MSQA-992.

• Performance: Rebuilt images reduce latency in containerized environments.

• Compatibility: Ensures seamless operation with SUSE Linux Enterprise Micro 5.5 and Server 15 SP6.

Installation Guide

Recommended Methods:

1. YaST Online Update (GUI)

2. CLI Command:

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   # For Proxy:
   zypper in -t patch SUSE-SUSE-Manager-Proxy-5.0-2025-1986=1
   # For Retail Branch Server:
   zypper in -t patch SUSE-SUSE-Manager-Retail-Branch-Server-5.0-2025-1986=1

FAQ

Q: Is this update mandatory?

A: Rated moderate; recommended for systems using container orchestration or multi-node setups.

Q: How long does installation take?

A: ~5-10 minutes per node, depending on bandwidth.