Subj : [$] Understanding Debian's security processes To : All From : LWN.net Date : Wed Jul 23 2025 17:30:07 [$] Understanding Debian's security processes Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2025 16:21:20 +0000 Description: Providing security updates for a Linux distribution, such as Debian, involves a lot of work behind the scenesand requires much more than simply shipping the latest code. On July 15, at DebConf25 in Brest, France, Samuel Henrique walked through the process of providing security updates to users; he discussed how Debian learns about security vulnerabilities, decides on the best response, and the process of sending out updates to keep its users safe. He also provided guidance on how others could get involved. ====================================================================== Link to news story: https://lwn.net/Articles/1030669/ --- Mystic BBS v1.12 A47 (Linux/64) * Origin: tqwNet UK HUB @ hub.uk.erb.pw (1337:1/100) .