478: Destination Linux 478: The Arch AUR Attack, Jellyfin Shakeup, and Cinnamon’s Wayland Future

478: Destination Linux 478: The Arch AUR Attack, Jellyfin Shakeup, and Cinnamon’s Wayland Future

August 10, 2026 · 1h 12m

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The episode discusses the Arch AUR attack, Microsoft tracking identifiers, Jellyfin leadership changes, and Cinnamon's Wayland support.

Welcome to Destination Linux Episode 478. Jill, Ryan, and Zeb take a deep look at the ongoing Arch AUR attack that has compromised more than 400 packages, how the malware works, and what this means for Linux supply‑chain security. We also clarify new information about Microsoft’s tracking identifiers, examine the leadership changes inside Jellyfin, and explore Cinnamon’s upcoming full Wayland support in version 6.8. Support The Show Sandfly Security – https://deviantairwaves.com/sandfly Destination Linux Patreon – https://patreon.com/destinationlinux Destination Linux Store – https://shop.deviantairwaves.com/ EFF x Destination Linux – https://www.eff.org/destinationlinux Buy Me a Coffee – https://buymeacoffee.com/destinationlinux * Timestamps: * 00:00:00 Welcome to Destination Linux 00:01:23 Community Feedback 00:06:49 Sponsored by Sandfly Security 00:08:41 Thanks to Our Supporters 00:11:36 Arch AUR Attack Continues 00:34:44 Microsoft Tracking Clarified 00:43:42 Jellyfin Leadership Shakeup 00:56:56 Cinnamon Wayland Support Ready for 6.8 01:08:36 Closing Thoughts

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