oVirt 4.5.7 Reboots Open-Source Virtualization: Enterprise Features, Next-Gen Hardware Support, and Critical Security Patches

Discover the comprehensive guide to oVirt 4.5.7, the first major open-source virtualization platform update in two years. Explore its new support for CentOS 10, AlmaLinux 10, AMD EPYC Genoa, Intel Xeon Scalable Sapphire Rapids, and critical security patches. Learn about enterprise virtualization management, hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI), and alternatives to proprietary solutions. 

Critical Linux KVM Vulnerability: Intel AMX Usage in Guests Can Trigger Host Kernel Panic

 

A critical Linux kernel vulnerability affecting Intel AMX in KVM guests since 2022 can trigger host kernel panics. Learn about the CVE, Red Hat's patches, impacted cloud servers, and mitigation strategies for system administrators and DevOps engineers.

Google's BPF CCX: Revolutionizing Linux Thread Scheduling for AMD Zen Architectures

 

Discover how Google's BPF CCX scheduler leverages eBPF for advanced thread placement on AMD Zen CPUs, boosting data center & desktop performance. Explore benchmarks, technical insights from LPC 2025, and the future of Linux high-performance computing. Learn more about this innovative approach to core complex optimization.

Linux 6.18: The Feature-Packed Foundation for 2025's Enterprise, Cloud, and Desktop Systems

 

Linux kernel 6.18 is now stable and expected to be the 2025 Long-Term Support (LTS) release. Our in-depth analysis covers the new Sheaves memory allocator, 50% faster UDP performance, Apple M2 support, Nouveau GSP default, and critical security updates for enterprise deployment.

Linux 6.19 KVM Overhaul: Intel TDX Security Fixes and AMD SVM Enhancements Explained

 

Explore the major Linux 6.19 KVM updates: a critical Intel TDX lock contention overhaul for secure VMs, new AMD SVM x2AVIC support, and guest_memfd NUMA policy. This deep dive into confidential computing and virtualization enhancements boosts performance and security.

Qt Shifts from Hardware to OS Random Number Generation: A Strategic Move for Security and Performance

 

Qt framework shifts from hardware RNG to OS entropy sources amid AMD Zen 5 vulnerabilities, delivering 15-50x performance gains and enhanced cryptographic security for modern applications.

Linux 6.18 Nears Stable Release: RC6 Brings Critical Fixes for AMD Zen 5 and ARM64

 

Linux 6.18-rc6 is released, paving the way for the stable kernel launch by November 30. Explore new audio hardware support, critical AMD Zen 5 microcode updates, and ARM64 performance fixes. Get the full technical breakdown and release timeline from kernel authority Linus Torvalds.

Linux 6.18-rc4 Kernel Update: Critical AMD Zen 5 & Zen 6 Support Explained

 

Explore the key x86 fixes in Linux 6.18-rc4, including expanded AMD Zen 6 CPU support and a critical RDSEED security patch for Zen 5 architectures. This deep dive covers microcode updates, kernel configuration fixes, and what it means for enterprise systems and high-performance computing.

AMD Zen 5 CPU Security Flaw: High-Severity RDSEED Vulnerability Explained and Patched

 

AMD confirms a high-severity RDSEED flaw in its new Zen 5 CPUs, impacting cryptographic security & system randomness. Our guide details the vulnerability, AMD's microcode patch timeline for Ryzen 9000 & EPYC 9005, and immediate Linux workarounds. Stay secure. 

Linux Kernel 6.18 Unlocks Major Performance Gains with Optimized Retpoline Configuration

 

Explore the impact of Linux Kernel 6.18's enhanced Retpoline configuration, delivering a significant performance uplift for Intel and AMD CPUs. This deep dive covers Spectre V2 mitigation, the transition to fine-grained IBRS, and the resulting benchmark improvements for data centers and high-performance computing. 

AMD Ryzen Embedded 9000 Series Launched: A New Era for Industrial AI and Automation

 

AMD's new Ryzen Embedded 9000 series processors redefine industrial computing with extended 7-10 year lifecycles, enhanced AI-powered machine vision, and robust reliability for automation & control systems. Explore the specs and industrial applications.

Linux Kernel 6.18 IOMMU Overhaul: Boosting Performance and Security for Intel, AMD, Apple, and RISC-V

Explore the major IOMMU driver updates in Linux Kernel 6.18, featuring enhanced virtualization security for AMD SEV-SNP, 4-level paging for Apple M2 SoCs, ACPI support for RISC-V, and Intel VT-d specification compliance. This deep dive analyzes the performance and security implications for enterprise computing.

AMD Versal SoCs Gain Mainline Linux Support with New True Random Number Generator (TRNG) Driver

 

 Discover AMD's new true random number generator (TRNG) driver for Versal SoCs in Linux 6.18. Explore its impact on cryptographic security, hardware acceleration, and enterprise-grade silicon root-of-trust for embedded systems. Learn more.

OPEA 1.4 Launches: Revolutionizing Enterprise Generative AI with Robust Guardrails and Open-Source Innovation

 

Discover OPEA 1.4, the Linux Foundation's enterprise-grade open-source GenAI framework. Explore new AI guardrails for safety & compliance, MCP support, AMD EPYC optimization, and tools for deploying scalable, responsible Generative AI solutions. Download now on GitHub.

TrueNAS 25.10 "Goldeneye" Unleashes Enterprise-Grade Storage Performance and 400GbE Innovation

 

Explore TrueNAS 25.10 'Goldeneye' nightly builds: 400GbE networking, OpenZFS acceleration, and virtualization upgrades. Discover how iXsystems' Linux-based NAS OS redefines enterprise storage. Download now for performance benchmarking

AMD Zen 6 Confirmed: Linux Kernel Patches Reveal 16-Channel DDR5 & Venice EPYC Details

 

Linux kernel patches confirm AMD Zen 6 features: 16-channel DDR5 memory support & new model IDs discovered! Get expert analysis on EPYC Venice specs (256 cores), performance impact, & what this means for next-gen servers. Essential reading for IT pros, data center managers & tech enthusiasts.

Unleashing Hidden Performance: Linux 6.17's Smarter SMP Call Optimization for HPC & Enterprise

 

Discover how Linux 6.17's key SMP optimization, driven by NVIDIA, enhances HPC & server performance. Learn how smarter NUMA-aware CPU selection in smp_call_function_any() reduces latency & boosts efficiency. Essential reading for Linux sysadmins & performance engineers. Explore the technical details & implications.

AMD Upstreams Critical Zen 5 & Zen 4 Microcode to Linux-Firmware Repository

 

AMD upstreams Zen 5 & Zen 4 CPU microcode to linux-firmware.git. Critical functional updates for Linux stability—no changelog. Key ID: F328AE73. Enterprise impact analysis.

Intel QAT Accelerator Demotion in Linux Kernel: Performance Pitfalls & Enterprise Implications

 

Linux 6.17 demotes Intel QAT accelerators due to 50x slower FSCRYPT encryption vs. AVX-512 VAES CPUs & critical security flaws. Learn performance benchmarks, kernel patch details, and enterprise infrastructure implications.

Transient Scheduler Attacks (TSA): A New AMD CPU Vulnerability – Mitigations, Impact, and Benchmarks

 

Transient Scheduler Attacks (TSA) exploit AMD CPU vulnerabilities—learn how Linux kernel mitigations work, which Zen 3/Zen 4 CPUs are affected, and expected performance impact. Stay secure with the latest patches!