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OpenBSD 8.0 arrives with security record still intact

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Briefings

OpenBSD 8.0, the 61st release since 1996, introduces Intel Arc graphics support, a 512GB kernel virtual address space on AMD64, and hibernation for ARM64. Security remains strong with only two remote holes in the default install over thirty years. The release also adds RPKI support, RISC-V vector extensions, and LibreSSL 4.4.0. Coverage is limited to the provided announcement text.

Key points

• OpenBSD 8.0 adds Intel Arc A-Series graphics support and expands the kernel virtual address space to 512GB on AMD64, enabling VRAM mapping beyond 4GB.
• The system includes hibernation support for ARM64 systems and adds support for up to 64 virtual CPUs per guest virtual machine.

Context

OpenBSD 8.0 is the 61st release of the project, continuing a semiannual release schedule established since 1996. The system is noted for its security record, with only two remote holes in the default install over thirty years. The release includes significant updates to LibreSSL and OpenSSH, alongside new features like Intel Arc support and RPKI support.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the provided announcement text, which does not include the full release announcement or detailed technical specifications. Some features like the RPKI-to-router daemon and specific RISC-V improvements are mentioned but lack full context.

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