Tails 7.9 It is now available as a new version of the well-known Linux distribution focused on privacy and anonymity. The project continues to improve system security with new software and firmware updates, as well as fixing several problems detected in previous versions.
Although it's a relatively modest update in terms of visible new features for the user, Tails 7.9 maintains the project's usual philosophy: to offer a secure environment that can run from a USB drive and routes all internet traffic through the Tor network. As with every release, the priority remains security, privacy, and compatibility with modern hardware.
Tails 7.9 improves Tor Browser and compatibility with new hardware
One of the most important changes in Tails 7.9 is the Tor Browser updated to version 15.0.16Thanks to this, users have access to the latest security fixes and stability improvements available for the browser, considered one of the fundamental components of the distribution.
The update also incorporates new firmware packages These updates are designed to improve compatibility with newer hardware. They affect various system components, including graphics cards, Wi-Fi adapters, and other devices that may experience operational issues on newer systems.
In addition to software updates, the developers have fixed an issue with the Unsafe Browser that could facilitate certain fingerprinting techniques. Although this browser is only used in very specific situations, the fix helps strengthen the privacy safeguards that characterize Tails.
Other fixes
Another fix includes notifications related to Secure Boot. Some users were receiving alerts indicating that their certificates were outdated when they were actually up to date. This issue has been resolved in the new version.
Along with these changes, Tails 7.9 introduces an experimental option to enable Flatpak support through a feature still in testing. Although not enabled by default, it represents an interesting step toward expanding application installation possibilities within the distribution in future versions.
Tails remains one of the most popular Linux distributions among users seeking to maximize their online privacy. Its ability to run from a USB drive, its mandatory use of the Tor network, and its ability to leave no trace on the host machine continue to be key features. With Tails 7.9, the project maintains its commitment to providing an increasingly secure, up-to-date platform that is compatible with current hardware.