Updated Debian 11: 11.7 released (UPDATED)

posted by Rianne Schestowitz on Apr 29, 2023,
updated May 01, 2023

The Debian project is pleased to announce the seventh update of its stable distribution Debian 11 (codename "bullseye"). This point release mainly adds corrections for security issues, along with a few adjustments for serious problems. Security advisories have already been published separately and are referenced where available.

Please note that the point release does not constitute a new version of Debian 11 but only updates some of the packages included. There is no need to throw away old "bullseye" media. After installation, packages can be upgraded to the current versions using an up-to-date Debian mirror.

Those who frequently install updates from security.debian.org won't have to update many packages, and most such updates are included in the point release.

New installation images will be available soon at the regular locations.

Upgrading an existing installation to this revision can be achieved by pointing the package management system at one of Debian's many HTTP mirrors. A comprehensive list of mirrors is available at...

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Also: Back in Cambridge - Debian point release for Debian Bullseye due this weekend - 11.7

Debian Bullseye 11.7 release weekend 202304291215UTC

UPDATE

Some media coverage:

• Debian 11.7 releases with the latest security updates

  Debian 11.7 has just been released. It rolls all of the available fixes into a new ISO image. If you have Debian installed already, just apply the latest updates to be upgraded to Debian 11.7.

Linuxiac:

• Debian 11.7 (Bullseye) Is Here as a Bugfix Release

  Although all eyes are on the upcoming Debian 12 (Bookworm), which, as our media informs you, already has a release date scheduled, the current stable Debian 11 (Bullseye) release is the distribution focus at the moment.

  In this light, powered by Linux kernel 5.10.0-22, Debian has released its latest version, 11.7, to continue the stable 11.x (Bullseye) series, which was first introduced in August 2021.

From Andrew Cater:

• Andrew Cater: And it's now after 2100 - so the unexpurgated version

  We're all but done - a couple of bugs sorted. All testing complete.

• Andrew Cater: Release testing for 11.7 - pictures (with appropriate identity protection)

• Andrew Cater: Debian Bullseye 11.7 release - testing going on - 202304291427

  We've been joined by Simon (smcv) - lots of chat bouncing backwards and forwards. Laptops appearing out of backpacks suddenly being repurposed.

  Settling very much into a rhythm and routine.
  
  Working with two laptops on your lap ends up being quite heavy :)
  

OMG Linux/Ubuntu:

• Debian 11.7 Delivers 100+ Security Updates & Bug Fixes

  Those thinking further ahead may be interested to know that Debian 12 “Bookworm” is due for release on June 10. It brings (aside from a refreshed set of software in its repos) Linux kernel 6.1 LTS and ongoing support until 2028.