Firmware Update: Turris OS 5.3.9

The Czech CZ.NIC has released a new version of its Turris OS with version number 5.3.9. This is the firmware for the open source routers Turris 1.x, Turris MOX and Turris Omnia. It is based on OpenWRT and according to the makers will be provided with security updates for life. In a blog from 2020, the history of the development of these routers is explained. The abbreviated announcement of this release is as follows:

Turris OS 5.3.9 is out!

Dear Turris Community,

It is a pleasure to let you know that we released Turris OS 5.3.9 from the testing branch 2 to all of you. This version is based on the last version of the OpenWrt 19.07 series. It brings multiple security fixes, several improvements and updated packages.

Here is the changelog for this release:

• Based on the latest OpenWrt 19.07.10
• Added SANE drivers
• Fixed expiration time for static leases in reForis
• Fixed Turris 1.x specific issue regarding interfaces management in reForis
• Updated ffmpeg to version 4.2.6 and added more decoders (fixes CVE-2020-22027)
• Updated BIND to version 9.16.28
• Updated Knot Resolver to version 5.5.0
• Updated kernel to version 4.14.277
• Security fixes
  • wolfSSL
  • Zabbix
  • ruby

This update will be applied automatically for all of our devices unless you are using approvals or delayed updates. In that case, we suggest looking at reForis for further details.