We dropped the #fwupd side in https://github.com/fwupd/fwupd/commit/575b0f08281799962e8fbf6ac2ff570066fa3fe7 -- and #LVFS will stop signing with GPG when we release 2.1.1 in a few weeks time.
I think the only people that will even notice are those using #qubes to deploy updates.
Wow, a combination of "lots of people got new hardware as Christmas presents" and "first day back at work, so apply all the firmware updates"... The #LVFS is running at 3x compared to the last week. :)
So maybe someone on fedi can help me here, but after updating my #ThinkPad #T14 #BIOS to 1.17, #fedora can no longer #suspend normally and freezes and requires a hard power-off each time. I tried some #grub stuff, many suggested fixes I found on the internet and a newer kernel (6.18 instead of 6.17) but nothing worked. So I think it may be a #Lenovo issue.
#Unix #Linux #followerpower #askfedi #gnome #AMD #LVFS #laptop
Thanks! :BlobhajSadReach:
Edit: Solved!
Friday, before the start of the week-end I received the @frameworkcomputer #framework12 laptops for my parents.
They will be installed with #Linux of course.
As they won’t be delivered before some time, I ’m playing a bit with them. One have been installed with #fedora #silverblue, the other one with #aeondesktop.
So far I like what I’ve seen with the #gnome desktop:
* When the screen is rotated, the keyboard is disabled.
* When in tablet mode, the screen orientation follow the device orientation.
* The power draw in sleep mode looks ok.
* BIOS/UEFI update are supported with #lvfs.
But I also have some issues:
* The virtual keyboard in tablet mode, is only in qwerty, even if the system is configured with another layout.
* When the virtual keyboard appears, some windows content is not moved above the keyboard, which might make it difficult to see what one is typing.
* On the Aeon install I had to `sdbootutil --ask-pin update-predictions` after installation to have the #tpm2 unlock working.
Framework Computer Now Sponsoring LVFS / Fwupd Development
https://www.phoronix.com/news/Framework-Sponsoring-LVFS
#HackerNews #Framework #Computer #Sponsorship #LVFS #Fwupd #Development #OpenSource #Technology
This talk presents the current state and future roadmap of #fwupd and #LVFS projects, focusing on technical challenges and opportunities for smaller open-source firmware distributions like Dasharo.
Key points include:
* Recent advancements in firmware update infrastructure
* Upcoming upstream #UEFI Capsule Update support for coreboot and #EDKII
* Call to action in areas where community input, feedback, and funding can influence project direction
RE: https://infosec.exchange/@joshbressers/115565633384087459
Recording this with Josh was a huge amount of fun -- and it was really nice to look back on 10 years+ of #fwupd and the #LVFS. Feedback welcome!
PSA: The #LVFS is now signing with the old GPG and *two* new PKCS#7 keys:
* A new fwupd.org MLDSA-87 PKCS#7 certificate which is signed by a new LVFS 2025 PQ (Post-Quantum) CA.
* A new fwupd.org RSA-2048 PKCS#7 certificate which is signed by the existing LVFS 2017 CA. This was going to expire anyway in 2028-01-16, but it seemed a good idea to reissue it considering we needed to upload a new PQ cert anyway.
"Linux-Based Lenovo Webcams' Flaw Can Be Remotely Exploited for BadUSB Attacks"
Here's a friendly PSA on keeping your firmware up to date.
For those of us running Linux, see if your distro is taking advantage of #LVFS which you can find at https://fwupd.org/ (I am proud to say Red Hat helps to support LVFS).
https://thehackernews.com/2025/08/linux-based-lenovo-webcams-flaw-can-be.html
Disclosure: I do not have one of the affected cameras and cannot confirm that Lenovo has shipped that update through LVFS yet.
10 years ago I deployed the first public version of the #LVFS to OpenShift. Time flies when you're having fun!
Vendors who provide #firmware updates through #LVFS is likely to sell more products.
So it will be interesting to learn which ones will pitch in to fund this amazing service.
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/lvfs-sustainability-plan-vendor-funding
What about if it is visible in the GUI, or #fwupdmgt output in the terminal if a vendor sponsors the service?
https://fwupd.org/lvfs/vendors/ could be made easier for users to find in, including if a device is updateable from there before deciding to buy it.
This is a positive opportunity for everyone!
I've officially launched the #LVFS Sustainability Plan today -- please see https://blogs.gnome.org/hughsie/2025/08/08/lvfs-sustainability-plan/ for all the details.
I’m aware funding open source software is a delicate matter and I certainly do not want to cause anyone worry. We need the LVFS to have strong foundations; it needs to grow, adapt, and be resilient – and it needs vendor support.
Thank you @frameworkcomputer for providing a real changelog with your updates via #LVFS , and not just "Performance improvements & bugfixes"!
#fwupd 2.0.13 has been released (#LVFS / #LinuxVendorFirmwareService / #Linux / #LinuxFoundation / #Firmware / #FirmwareUpdate) https://fwupd.org/
I've just deployed a new #LVFS website container that ports from SQLAlchemy version 1.4.54 to SQLAlchemy version 2.0.41. This was a significant amount of work, with 72 files changed, 1967 insertions and 1665 deletions.
If I've done everything properly, nobody should notice any changes either in behaviour or user interface. If you do spot something that looks wrong, or something that doesn't work like it used to please let me know! Thanks.
#fwupd 1.9.31 (old stable) has been released (#LVFS / #LinuxVendorFirmwareService / #Linux / #LinuxFoundation / #Firmware / #FirmwareUpdate) https://fwupd.org/
#fwupd 2.0.12 has been released (#LVFS / #LinuxVendorFirmwareService / #Linux / #LinuxFoundation / #Firmware / #FirmwareUpdate) https://fwupd.org/
