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AppArmor Update in Ubuntu 24.04 LTS to Fix Apps Issues

The Digital Artisan

Jun 28, 2024 — 1 min read

Profile Issues with AppArmor Resolved in Ubuntu's Latest Update

A notable update in Ubuntu 24.04 LTS has managed to resolve a remnant issue that had been preventing some apps from running. Caused by the AppArmor's approach to restricting the creation of user namespaces for security reasons, developers found that the implementation broke features in other apps, specifically those that rely on components AppArmor isn't configured to allow.

Canonical's Approach to Software Compatibility

Recognizing the compatibility issues, Canonical had encouraged developers to provide an AppArmor profile that they ship with their software for each Ubuntu release. However, developers were slow to respond to this change due to the time commitment and an apparent lack of awareness about the need.

A Helping Hand from Ubuntu

In spite of the hiccups, Ubuntu has shown commitment towards addressing these issues. In fact, their latest move includes adding profiles for apps, services, and utilities that were affected by the change in strategy. Due to a new update to the AppArmor package, profiles for a large collection of apps and tools are set to be included in Ubuntu 24.04 LTS.

Assurance for the Future

Looking forward, Ubuntu users can expect to see improved app functionality, given the arrival of Bubblewrap's profile which is projected to resolve a number of issues across various applications and utilities. Meanwhile, users impatient for the changes can glean the benefits immediately by installing the update from the 'proposed' repository or manually implementing workarounds.

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