OpenBSD 8.0 arrives with security record still intact
Summary
OpenBSD 8.0, the latest version of the security-focused operating system, has been released as the project’s 61st update. This version adds support for new Intel graphics cards, increases memory mapping capability, and includes improvements for ARM64 and RISC-V systems.Key Facts
- OpenBSD 8.0 is the 61st release since the project started in 1996.
- The system has had only two security holes that could be accessed remotely in over 30 years on default installs.
- New support is added for Intel Arc A-Series graphics cards.
- The virtual address space for AMD64 systems increased from 4 GB to 512 GB, allowing more video memory use.
- ARM64 systems now have hibernation support (a low-power sleep mode).
- The operating system improves virtualization, allowing up to 64 virtual CPUs per virtual machine.
- Various wireless drivers were updated for better performance and compatibility.
- Support for Loongson architecture has been dropped due to compiler issues.
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