Linux: Update kernel to 6.6.63 #3697
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📝 WalkthroughWalkthroughThe changes in this pull request involve updating the Linux kernel version from 6.6.62 to 6.6.63 across various configuration files and documentation for different hardware platforms. The affected files include documentation for kernel versions and multiple Buildroot configuration files for boards such as Open Virtual Appliance, Home Assistant Green, and various ODROID models. The updates ensure that all specified platforms are aligned with the new kernel version while maintaining the existing configuration structures. Changes
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🔇 Additional comments (9)buildroot-external/configs/khadas_vim3_defconfig (1)
The kernel version update from 6.6.62 to 6.6.63 looks correct. This is a patch-level update that maintains compatibility with existing configurations. Let's verify the kernel version and check for any critical fixes: ✅ Verification successfulThe kernel version update from 6.6.62 to 6.6.63 is valid and consistent. The verification shows:
The changelog shows this is a stable update containing fixes for:
🏁 Scripts executedThe following scripts were executed for the analysis: Script: #!/bin/bash
# Description: Verify kernel version existence and consistency across configs
# Check if the kernel version exists on kernel.org
echo "Verifying kernel version availability..."
curl -s https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/linux-6.6.63.tar.xz -o /dev/null -w "%{http_code}\n"
# Check version consistency across all board configs
echo "Checking version consistency across configs..."
rg "BR2_LINUX_KERNEL_CUSTOM_VERSION_VALUE=" buildroot-external/configs/
# Get the changelog to review any critical fixes
echo "Fetching changelog..."
curl -s https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/ChangeLog-6.6.63
Length of output: 112217 buildroot-external/configs/odroid_c4_defconfig (1)
The update from 6.6.62 to 6.6.63 is a routine patch release that should only include bugfixes and security updates. The change maintains configuration consistency with kernel fragments in v6.6.y. Let's verify the version consistency across configs and check for relevant changelog entries: ✅ Verification successfulKernel version update verified across all configs The version update to 6.6.63 is consistently applied across all platform configurations, and the changelog shows primarily bug fixes for:
🏁 Scripts executedThe following scripts were executed for the analysis: Script: #!/bin/bash
# Description: Verify kernel version consistency and fetch changelog highlights
# Check kernel version consistency across all defconfigs
echo "Checking kernel version consistency across configs..."
rg "BR2_LINUX_KERNEL_CUSTOM_VERSION_VALUE=" buildroot-external/configs/
# Fetch and highlight relevant entries from the kernel changelog
echo -e "\nFetching changelog highlights..."
curl -s https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/ChangeLog-6.6.63 | grep -A 1 "^[[:space:]]*-"
Length of output: 2532 buildroot-external/configs/odroid_c2_defconfig (2)
Let's ensure the kernel version is consistently updated across all board configurations. ✅ Verification successfulKernel version is consistently set to 6.6.63 across all board configurations All board configuration files in the repository are using the same kernel version (6.6.63), showing proper consistency across the entire codebase:
🏁 Scripts executedThe following scripts were executed for the analysis: Script: #!/bin/bash
# Description: Check kernel version consistency across all board configs
# Find all defconfig files and check the kernel version
fd -e defconfig -x grep -H "BR2_LINUX_KERNEL_CUSTOM_VERSION_VALUE=" {} \;
Length of output: 76 Script: #!/bin/bash
# Let's try a different approach using ripgrep to search for kernel version configurations
rg "BR2_LINUX_KERNEL_CUSTOM_VERSION_VALUE=" --type-add 'defconfig:*defconfig' -t defconfig
Length of output: 1220
The kernel update from 6.6.62 to 6.6.63 is a patch-level change that should maintain ABI compatibility. Let's verify the ChangeLog for any ODROID-C2 (Amlogic) specific changes: ✅ Verification successfulLet me verify if this kernel update is consistently applied across all board configurations to ensure proper synchronization. Kernel update 6.6.63 is safe for ODROID-C2 and consistently applied The verification shows:
🏁 Scripts executedThe following scripts were executed for the analysis: Script: #!/bin/bash
# Description: Check the kernel ChangeLog for ODROID-C2/Amlogic related changes
curl -s https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/ChangeLog-6.6.63 | grep -iE "amlogic|meson|odroid|arm64"
Length of output: 340 Script: #!/bin/bash
# Check kernel version consistency across all board configs
fd "defconfig$" buildroot-external/configs/ --exec grep -H "BR2_LINUX_KERNEL_CUSTOM_VERSION_VALUE" {}
Length of output: 1233 buildroot-external/configs/odroid_xu4_defconfig (1)
The kernel version update from 6.6.62 to 6.6.63 is a patch release update that should maintain compatibility. Let's verify the kernel version and check for any critical fixes: ✅ Verification successfulKernel version 6.6.63 is verified and contains important fixes The kernel version 6.6.63 exists and contains several important fixes:
The update from 6.6.62 to 6.6.63 is a safe patch-level upgrade that addresses stability and security issues. 🏁 Scripts executedThe following scripts were executed for the analysis: Script: #!/bin/bash
# Description: Verify kernel version existence and fetch changelog
# Check if the kernel version exists in kernel.org
curl -s https://www.kernel.org/releases.json | jq -r '.releases[] | select(.version == "6.6.63")'
# Fetch and display critical fixes from the changelog
curl -s https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/ChangeLog-6.6.63 | grep -A 5 -i "security\|critical\|fix"
Length of output: 41505 buildroot-external/configs/odroid_m1_defconfig (1)
The update from 6.6.62 to 6.6.63 aligns with the PR objectives and maintains consistency within the stable 6.6.y series. Let's verify the kernel version availability and review the changelog: ✅ Verification successfulKernel version 6.6.63 is verified and available The verification confirms:
🏁 Scripts executedThe following scripts were executed for the analysis: Script: #!/bin/bash
# Description: Verify kernel version availability and changelog
# Check if the kernel version exists in kernel.org
curl -s -I "https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/linux-6.6.63.tar.xz" | head -n 1
# Fetch and display relevant sections of the changelog
curl -s "https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/ChangeLog-6.6.63" | head -n 20
Length of output: 1063 buildroot-external/configs/green_defconfig (1)
The update from 6.6.62 to 6.6.63 is a patch-level increment that maintains API compatibility. Let's verify the changelog for any security implications: ✅ Verification successfulImportant security and bug fixes identified in kernel 6.6.63 The changelog reveals several significant fixes:
The kernel config fragments remain unchanged, indicating no additional configuration adjustments were needed for this update. 🏁 Scripts executedThe following scripts were executed for the analysis: Script: #!/bin/bash
# Description: Fetch and analyze the kernel changelog
# Note: Using curl instead of wget as it's more commonly available
echo "Fetching ChangeLog-6.6.63..."
curl -s https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/ChangeLog-6.6.63 | grep -i "security\|fix\|bug" || echo "No critical fixes found"
echo -e "\nVerifying kernel config fragments haven't changed..."
for fragment in kernel/v6.6.y/hassos.config kernel/v6.6.y/docker.config kernel/v6.6.y/device-support.config kernel/v6.6.y/device-support-wireless.config; do
git diff HEAD~1 -- "$fragment" || echo "No changes in $fragment"
done
Length of output: 13776 buildroot-external/configs/generic_x86_64_defconfig (1)
The kernel version update from 6.6.62 to 6.6.63 is straightforward and maintains the same major.minor version. Let's verify the kernel version's existence and changelog: ✅ Verification successfulKernel version 6.6.63 is officially released and available The verification confirms:
🏁 Scripts executedThe following scripts were executed for the analysis: Script: #!/bin/bash
# Description: Verify kernel version 6.6.63 exists and fetch its changelog
# Check if the kernel version exists on kernel.org
curl -s -I "https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/linux-6.6.63.tar.xz" | head -n 1
# Fetch and display the changelog
curl -s "https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/ChangeLog-6.6.63" | head -n 20
Length of output: 1063 buildroot-external/configs/ova_defconfig (1)
The update from 6.6.62 to 6.6.63 is a stable patch release within the 6.6.y series. Being a patch release, this update should primarily contain bug fixes and security patches. Let's verify the changelog and stability of this kernel version: Note: Since this is a VM-specific configuration (OVA), please ensure that boot tests have been performed in a virtual machine environment before merging. ✅ Verification successfulLGTM: Kernel version update from 6.6.62 to 6.6.63 is a stable patch release The changelog shows this is a stable patch release containing important bug fixes:
The patch release has been well tested, with multiple developers and automated testing systems verifying the changes. The fixes are focused and low-risk, appropriate for a stable update. 🏁 Scripts executedThe following scripts were executed for the analysis: Script: #!/bin/bash
# Description: Verify the kernel version changelog and stability
# Fetch and display the changelog
echo "Fetching changelog for Linux 6.6.63..."
curl -s https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/ChangeLog-6.6.63
# Check if this version is marked as EOL
echo -e "\nChecking if kernel series is EOL..."
curl -s https://www.kernel.org/finger_banner | grep -i "6.6"
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* https://cdn.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v6.x/ChangeLog-6.6.63 (cherry picked from commit 22dd060)
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These updates ensure improved performance and compatibility across supported devices.