OpenBSD 7.9 Released
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- #OpenBSD
- #Release Notes
- #System Updates
- OpenBSD 7.9 released on May 19, 2026, featuring various system and security enhancements.
- New sysctl(2) configuration for hibernation delay and updated xterm default behavior.
- Stricter time zone file scanning and improved unveil/pledge for safer temporary paths.
- LibreSSL updates, including ML-KEM support, benchmarks, and security fixes for crashes.
- SSH multiplexing command to show open channels and new invalid user login penalties.
- Multiple installation methods across architectures (e.g., CD, USB, network boot via PXE).
- Source code available in archives (src.tar.gz, sys.tar.gz) for CVS updates and rebuilding.
- Ports tree provided for software packages, with updates via AnonCVS and mailing list support.
- Kernel and system source archives allow faster CVS updates compared to fresh checkouts.