🛡️Cybersecurity & Defense
Critical OpenSSL vulnerability affects millions of servers (CVE-2025-3456)
Security
CVE
Linux
A critical buffer overflow vulnerability in OpenSSL 3.x allows remote code execution. All major Linux distributions have released patches. Immediate update recommended for all production servers.
Source: OpenSSL Security Advisory • Oct 18
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CISA adds 5 new vulnerabilities to Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog
CISA
Zero-Day
New additions include vulnerabilities in Cisco IOS, Fortinet FortiOS, and VMware vCenter. Federal agencies have 3 weeks to patch; private organizations should prioritize immediately.
Source: CISA • Oct 19
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☁️Cloud & Kubernetes
AWS announces new EC2 instances with up to 200 Gbps networking
AWS
Cloud
New R7i and C7i instances feature Intel Sapphire Rapids processors and enhanced networking. Available in US East, EU West, and AP regions with 15% better price-performance.
Source: AWS Blog • Oct 17
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Kubernetes 1.32 released with major scheduler improvements
Kubernetes
DevOps
New release includes Pod Scheduling Readiness GA, improved sidecar container support, and deprecation of in-tree cloud providers. Upgrade guide available for production clusters.
Source: Kubernetes Blog • Oct 15
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🐧Linux & Open Source
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS development begins with focus on immutable desktop
Linux
Ubuntu
Canonical announces plans for next LTS release featuring immutable core, improved Snap integration, and enhanced enterprise management. Beta expected Q1 2026.
Source: Ubuntu Blog • Oct 16
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