Linux & Open Source News Official KDE distro, AUR and third party package problems
Aug 2, 2025
Discover the latest in Linux with discussions about the new official KDE distro and its unique features. Explore the troubling rise of malware in the AUR and the challenges developers face with third-party packages, highlighted by the DuckStation incident. Hear about the release of Linux kernel 6.16 and its exciting updates. Learn how Android now runs Linux graphical apps, and catch insights on monetizing open source projects. Finally, delve into the implications of Samsung disabling bootloader unlocking and Opera's complaint against Microsoft Edge.
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AUR Remains Vulnerable To Malicious Uploads
- Malware resurfaced on the AUR via a fake Google Chrome package that installed a remote access trojan.
- The package's upload by a brand-new user and an obvious external URL made the attack blatantly suspicious.
Avoid Unreviewed Packages
- Avoid installing AUR packages that lack human review or come from brand-new accounts.
- Favor repositories that visibly indicate whether a package has been reviewed by a person.
Kernel 6.16 Brings Filesystem And Performance Gains
- Linux kernel 6.16 adds large atomic writes for XFS, USB offload, more Rust support, and an OpenVPN driver for performance and reliability gains.
- These changes improve filesystem integrity, power efficiency, and hardware support across devices.