Only the latest stable release branch and official long-term stable (LTS) kernel releases receive security updates. Pre-release kernels (such as release candidates, beta builds, and development branches) are not supported with security backports or patches.
| Version | Supported |
|---|---|
| Latest Stable Release | ✅ |
| Official LTS Release | ✅ |
| Pre-release (RC / Beta / Dev) | ❌ |
| Outdated / Unmaintained Versions | ❌ |
Please do not report security vulnerabilities through public issues, pull requests, or public forums.
To report a vulnerability responsibly:
- Email Contact: Send a detailed description of the issue to
eamon112009@gmail.com. - Details to Include:
- A detailed description of the vulnerability and its potential impact.
- The kernel version(s) affected.
- Steps to reproduce or a Minimal Working Example (MWE) / proof of concept, if available.
- Response Timeline: You will receive an acknowledgment of your report within 1 week .
- Assessment & Resolution:
- If Accepted: The maintainers will work on a patch in a private repository and coordinate a disclosure date with you before releasing the fix.
- If Declined: You will receive a response explaining why the issue was determined not to be a security vulnerability.