Urgent Security Update | Fix for Linux Kernel Copy Fail Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability – Upgrade Immediately!

Urgent Security Update | Fix for Linux Kernel Copy Fail Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability – Upgrade Immediately!

Dear deepin users and community partners, Recently, the deepin community detected a high-risk local privilege escalation vulnerability in the Linux kernel. This vulnerability, dubbed "Copy Fail" (CVE-2026-31431), exists in the Linux kernel cryptographic subsystem (the algif_aead module). It originates from a code optimization introduced in 2017, which causes the AF_ALG cryptographic interface to potentially share the same kernel page cache page between the source and destination buffers when processing AEAD cryptographic operations. Given its severity and widespread impact, we strongly recommend that all users upgrade as soon as possible to ensure the security of your systems.   I. Vulnerability Information CVE ...Read more

[Tutorial] Seamless Experience on Windows Offline Installation Guide for deepin 25 WSL

[Tutorial] Seamless Experience on Windows Offline Installation Guide for deepin 25 WSL

For daily development and testing, many users want a convenient way to use Linux toolchains within a Windows environment. This is where WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux) becomes the best choice. What is WSL? WSL is a feature provided by Microsoft that enables developers to run a GNU/Linux environment—including most command-line tools, utilities, and applications—directly on Windows without the overhead of a traditional virtual machine or dual-boot setup. With WSL, you get a near-native Linux experience. A New Installation Experience Microsoft recently updated its WSL ecosystem rules: distributing Linux distributions is no longer strictly tied to the Microsoft Store. This ...Read more

Security Update, Upgrade Recommended | deepin 25.1 Official Release Announcement

Security Update, Upgrade Recommended | deepin 25.1 Official Release Announcement

🔔 Dear deepin users and community members, deepin 25.1 is here! This update includes an emergency fix for the recently discovered “Pack2TheRoot” high-risk vulnerability, along with an optimization for the audio device loss issue that some recent upgraders have experienced. We strongly recommend that everyone update as soon as possible. I. Update Details – April 23, 2026 Fixed audio device loss on some systems. Removed some outdated intelligent mirror sources and resolved update failures caused by IP bans for certain users. Patched several known CVE security vulnerabilities (including the “Pack2TheRoot” high‑risk vulnerability) to improve system security. Explanation of the Emergency ...Read more

deepin 25.1.0 Released: AI-Powered, Smooth as Silk to the Core

deepin 25.1.0 Released: AI-Powered, Smooth as Silk to the Core

Dear deepin Community: As an open-source operating system that shines in the global rankings on DistroWatch and is widely recognized by users worldwide, deepin has been continuously listening to your feedback since the release of deepin 25. We’ve been refining details, fixing issues, and introducing innovations. Today, we are excited to announce that the deepin 25.1.0 images are officially released! Release Highlights Major Evolution of UOS AI: The writing agent has been fully reconstructed, supporting outline-first generation and source tracing. A new system-level "Claw Mode" has been added, supporting automatic computer control via natural language commands. The Skills Center is ...Read more

deepin 25.1.0 Release Note

deepin 25.1.0 Release Note

As an open-source operating system that shines in the global rankings on DistroWatch and is widely recognized by users worldwide, deepin has been continuously listening to your feedback since the release of deepin 25. We’ve been refining details, fixing issues, and introducing innovations. Today, we are excited to announce that the deepin 25.1.0 images are officially released! I. Major Updates UOS AI Evolution This update deeply empowers productivity, bringing a system-level reconstruction and ecological expansion to UOS AI. System-level Claw Mode: The newly launched system-level native Claw mode fully integrates with mainstream IM application interfaces such as Lark, DingTalk, and ...Read more

deepin 25.1 Acknowledgments: Thank You

During the development and refinement cycle of deepin 25.1, hundreds of community members participated in code writing, issue feedback, multi-language translation, community building, and ecosystem promotion. Below is the complete list of contributors for this release cycle. Every line of code and every piece of feedback is the core driving force behind deepin. 💻 Code Contributions (PR & Commits & Issues) Thank you to the following developers for contributing valuable code to the system core, desktop environment, and various applications (sorted by count descending, June 2025 – April 2026): Statistics source: https://www.deepin.org/index/datastat PR Contributions Commits Contributions Issues Contributions mhduiy opsiff ...Read more

deepin Community Monthly Report for March 2026

deepin Community Monthly Report for March 2026

Learn more about deepin details, historical versions, user reviews, etc.: https://distrowatch.com/table.php?distribution=deepin I. March Community Data Overview   II. Community Products 1. deepin 25.0.13 Internal Testing Released: Stability Enhancements and Multi-Scenario Fixes In March, deepin 25 internal test version 25.0.13 was pushed, focusing on fixing high-frequency community feedback issues, further improving overall system stability: Security & Stability Enhancements: Fixed multiple kernel security vulnerabilities; optimized system exception logs in scenarios such as suspend/resume, hibernation, and reboot stress testing, improving long-term operational reliability. Desktop & Window Management Optimizations: Fixed anomalies and crashes in X11/Treeland during multi-screen switching, lock screen, auto-hide taskbar, and Alt+Tab switching scenarios. Application ...Read more

deepin App Store Upgraded!

deepin App Store Upgraded!

deepin, a prominent open-source operating system recognized globally with an impressive ranking on DistroWatch, consistently focuses on optimizing the desktop experience. Recently, the official App Store has completed a new round of upgrades. This all-in-one application management platform now features over 100,000 commonly used applications spanning scenarios like office work, daily life, and entertainment. These officially verified, reliable resources comprehensively meet the needs of both individual and enterprise users, ensuring safety and peace of mind. This upgrade focuses on practical features, visual experience, and bug fixes. It delivers comprehensive enhancements across operational experience, ecosystem integration, interface layout, and management efficiency, ...Read more