Oracle has released VirtualBox 7.1.8, a maintenance update focusing on enhancing stability and addressing various issues across different host and guest systems. This release introduces several key improvements and fixes:VirtualBox
Key Updates in VirtualBox 7.1.8
- Support for Linux Kernel 6.14: VirtualBox now offers initial support for Linux Kernel 6.14, ensuring compatibility with the latest Linux distributions. Server Host+29to5Linux+2OMG! Ubuntu+2
- Performance and Stability Enhancements:
- Resolved a rare issue where the virtual machine’s clock could roll back unexpectedly.
- Addressed a problem where the accelerated cursor image was not displayed correctly in the GUI.
- Fixed a bug causing the VBoxTray process to consume 100% CPU in certain scenarios.
- Corrected issues with restoring saved states when using the Virtio SCSI controller. Neowin+2Ground News+2Linuxiac+2NeowinOMG! Ubuntu+1Neowin+1
- Guest Additions Improvements:
- Introduced the VBoxAudioTest utility for testing guest audio functionality.
- Implemented an alternative Shared Folder driver for Windows 2000 to Windows 7 guests.
- Resolved installation issues with mouse drivers on Windows Vista guests. OMG! Ubuntu+1Linuxiac+1
- Installer and Network Fixes:
- Fixed Linux installer failures that affected certain distributions.
- Ensured that the Windows installer automatically loads the support driver after completion.
- Addressed network connectivity loss issues on Windows hosts. OMG! Ubuntu+1VirtualBox+1
VirtualBox 7.1.8 is available for download from the official VirtualBox website. Users are encouraged to review the full changelog for a comprehensive list of updates and fixes.
This update is recommended for all VirtualBox users to benefit from the latest enhancements and ensure optimal performance and compatibility.