Date bug in Rust-based coreutils affects Ubuntu 25.10 automatic updates
6 months ago
- #Rust
- #Software Updates
- #Ubuntu
- A bug in the Rust-based uutils version of the date command in Ubuntu 25.10 broke automatic updates.
- Affected systems include cloud deployments, container images, Ubuntu Desktop, and Ubuntu Server installs.
- The bug is fixed in rust-coreutils package version 0.2.2-0ubuntu2.1 or later.
- Manual updates using the apt command or other utilities are not affected.
- Ubuntu is transitioning to Rust-based utilities like uutils and sudo-rs for future releases.
- Short-term hiccups were expected with the switch from battle-tested C utilities to Rust.
- There are concerns about SIGPIPE handling and interface changes in uutils.
- Experts debate the necessity of immediate updates and the benefits of Rust for experienced coders.