The Tor Browser and the Linux kernel have received updates in Tails 6.16. Automatic upgrades can be performed from Tails 6.0 or later; however, it is advisable to opt for manual upgrades. Tails 6.16 can be installed on a new USB stick utilizing the command line and GnuPG from Windows, macOS, Linux, Debian, or Ubuntu.
Tails 6.15.1 is a critical update aimed at resolving security vulnerabilities in the Tor Browser. The updates encompass Tor Browser 14.5.2, Thunderbird 128.10.1, and the elimination of Tor Browser and Tor Browser folders. Additional improvements encompass addressing Unsafe Browser concerns, enhancing the robustness of WhisperBack error reporting, and rectifying USB tethering issues.
Tails 6.15 features enhancements to the Tor Browser and Linux kernel, along with resolutions for data storage concerns and improvements to the appearance of the GRUB Boot Loader. The removal of Wi-Fi interfaces utilizing BCM4301 and BCM4306 chips impacts older computer systems. Please reach out to Tails should there be any issues with the Wi-Fi connection.
Tails 6.14.2 is a critical update aimed at resolving security vulnerabilities identified in the Linux kernel and the Perl programming language. This update addresses several vulnerabilities that could result in privilege escalation or information leaks, and it also upgrades Perl to version 5.36.0-7+deb12u2.
Tails 6.14.1 has been released in place of 6.14 due to a significant issue identified during testing. The latest release features enhanced confinement options for Tor Browser, enabling users to access any directory within their home folder or persistent storage. The document also tackles usability and accessibility concerns, encompassing large text accessibility, cursor size accessibility, and the reinstatement of minimize and maximize buttons in the title bar. The update incorporates enhancements to address the freezing issue on the Welcome Screen following the unlocking of Persistent Storage, introduces a more defined border for Kleopatra windows, and rectifies error messages.
Tails 6.13 provides new features, including the Tor Connection assistant, which now notifies users when no Wi-Fi hardware is detected. Furthermore, updates have been made to the Tor Browser and client versions, and partitioning errors have been resolved, effectively addressing concerns related to Persistent Storage on new Tails USB sticks.
Tails 6.12 has been released and includes various security fixes, such as stopping attackers from monitoring Tor circuits, restricting changes to Persistent Storage settings, and introducing a button to check for upgrades. The update also includes a keyboard shortcut for accessing Terminal, Tor Browser 14.0.5, and Thunderbird 128.6.0esr. Issues include ensuring that Python code works in isolated mode, simplifying troubleshooting instructions, preventing the Welcome Screen from stalling when Persistent Storage is enabled, improving time synchronization reliability, and displaying an error message while upgrading encryption. Automatic upgrades are possible in Tails 6.0 and later.
Tails 6.11 has been released, incorporating essential security fixes that address vulnerabilities. These solutions effectively mitigate the risk of attackers installing malicious software permanently, monitoring online activities, and altering Persistent Storage settings. Manual upgrades can eliminate malicious software and safeguard against unauthorized access to Tails applications. Furthermore, Tails now alerts users to partitioning errors, thereby preventing them from reinstalling or utilizing a new USB stick.
Tails 6.10 features updates to Tor Browser and Thunderbird, resolves issues with Trezor hardware wallets, and disables the saving of telemetry data in Thunderbird.
Tails 6.9 has been released, featuring updates to the Tor Browser, Tor client, and Thunderbird, along with fixes for issues related to automatic upgrades being aborted.
Tails 6.8.1 is an emergency release to solve a significant security vulnerability in Tor Browser that allows attackers to manage Tor Browser but not deanonymize users in Tails. Mozilla is aware of the exploit.
Tails, a portable operating system that protects against snooping and censorship, has released a new version that includes capabilities like file system repair after unlocking persistent storage. Tor Browser has also been updated to version 13.5.6, with enhanced notifications for network interfaces that have been blocked owing to MAC address anonymization failure, an increased waiting period of 8 minutes, hidden password concealment, and improved handling of WhisperBack error messages.
Tails 6.7 has just been released, bringing with it updates to Tor Browser, Thunderbird, OnionShare, and a few bug fixes. Now, you can keep the firewall on even during shutdown and say goodbye to those pesky error reports when using an old USB stick with a system partition of 2.5 GB.
A new version of Tails has been released.
A new version of Tails has been released. Tails 6.5 features enhancements such as speedier installation with Tails Cloner, a better Tor Browser, and a Debian update, as well as patches for legacy BIOS boot and persistent storage.
Tails version 6.4 has been released. Tails now keeps a random seed on a USB stick to improve cryptography and provide safe random number generators. Other updates include using HTTPS addresses for Debian and Tails APT repositories, updating Tor Browser and Tor client, and upgrading Thunderbird.
Tails 6.3 includes several updates, such as restoring Romanian and Malayalam translations, updating Tor Browser to 13.0.15, temporarily disabling Thunderbird's PDF reader to prevent font handling issues, making Restart Later the default button, resolving printer configuration issues, and removing a delay between the Welcome Screen and the GNOME desktop.
Tails version 6.2 is now available. The Tor Browser and Tor Client have been updated to 13.0.14 and 0.4.8.11, respectively. The localization area on the Welcome Screen has been renamed Language and Formats. Tails Upgrader now defaults to upgrading later. Issues with Wi-Fi, SysRq keys, Spectre v4 mitigation, and Persistent Storage error messages have been resolved.
Tails version 6.1 is now available for download. In this version, the Tor Browser is updated to version 13.0.13, and Thunderbird is updated to version 115.9.0. Onion circuits, welcome screen errors, videos, passphrase issues, tailscloner installation and upgrade to multiple partitioned devices, display custom persistent storage features, and mitigate Intel CPU vulnerabilities are some of the issues that have been fixed.
Tails 6.0, the first version of Tails to be based on Debian 12 (Bookworm) and GNOME 43, has been released.
