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Tracking 331 GCP releases · Updated

  • Google Cloud release notes governancegcpgaarchitect ·

    App Hub GA for Memorystore resources

    App Hub now supports Memorystore resources in general availability. This expansion allows users to integrate Memorystore into their application resource management and governance within App Hub. The feature is now production-ready for all users.

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  • Google Cloud release notes securitygcpsecurity-advisoryengineer ·

    Container Optimized OS Update Includes Numerous Linux Kernel Security Fixes

    This release of Google's Container Optimized OS (COS) addresses a significant number of security vulnerabilities within the Linux kernel, including multiple CVEs. These fixes are critical for maintaining the security posture of containerized workloads running on GCP. The update applies to all users of Container Optimized OS, with specific versions for Kernel, Docker, Containerd, and GPU drivers noted.

    security patch
  • Google Cloud release notes securitygcpengineer ·

    Apigee hybrid v1.16.5 release

    Google Cloud released an updated version of Apigee hybrid, v1.16.5, on June 8, 2026. This patch release includes various security and CVE fixes. Users can upgrade via Helm charts, which automatically update container images, simplifying the process.

    security announcement
  • Google Cloud release notes securitygcpengineer ·

    Google SecOps SOAR Release 6.3.88

    Google SecOps SOAR has released version 6.3.88, currently rolling out to initial regions. This update focuses on internal and customer-facing bug fixes. Further details on regional availability can be found in the provided documentation.

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  • Google Cloud release notes gcpgaengineer ·

    Cloud Location Finder reaches General Availability

    Google Cloud's Cloud Location Finder service is now generally available. This service helps developers identify the most suitable geographic locations for their cloud resources. It is now production-ready for all Google Cloud users.

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  • Google Cloud release notes securitygcpgaarchitect ·

    VPC Service Controls GA for Firebase Phone Number Verification

    VPC Service Controls now offers general availability for Firebase Phone Number Verification. This integration allows organizations to enforce security perimeters around sensitive data access. It is available for all users of both services.

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  • Google Cloud release notes securitygcpengineer ·

    Google SecOps SOAR 6.3.87 Released

    Google SecOps SOAR has released version 6.3.87, which is now available across all regions. This release signifies an update to the security orchestration, automation, and response platform. Users can expect the latest improvements and features to be accessible immediately.

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  • Google Cloud release notes aigcppreview ·

    Document AI Custom Extractor: Document Validation in Preview

    Document AI's Custom Extractor now offers document validation and correction capabilities in preview. This enhancement uses Common Expression Language (CEL) for validation rules, allowing users to improve extraction accuracy. The feature is available for users who want to refine their document processing pipelines.

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  • Google Cloud release notes observabilitygcppreviewengineer ·

    Memorystore for Valkey adds node-level metrics

    Memorystore for Valkey now provides additional node-level metrics for Cloud Monitoring, offering granular insights into individual node health and performance. This feature aims to help users troubleshoot and optimize node performance within their instances. The new metrics are currently available in Preview.

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  • Google Cloud release notes datagcppreviewengineer ·

    Looker 26.10 Release Notes

    Looker 26.10 is scheduled for June 2026, bringing numerous bug fixes and a new feature. These updates address issues related to scheduling, filters, downloads, and data visualization, benefiting Looker users across both original and Google Cloud core deployments. Notably, the release introduces support for Period-over-Period (PoP) measures on Trino database connections, enhancing analytical capabilities for engineers and analysts working with this data source.

    feature patch announcement
  • Google Cloud release notes securitygcpsecurity-advisoryengineer ·

    Container Optimized OS Updates Address Multiple Linux Kernel CVEs

    Container Optimized OS (COS) has released updates for its kernel, Docker, and Containerd components. These updates are critical as they patch numerous security vulnerabilities (CVEs) identified in the Linux kernel, enhancing the overall security posture of the operating system. The fixes are included in the latest versions of COS, applicable to users running these container environments on Google Cloud Platform.

    security patch
  • Google Cloud release notes securitygcpengineer ·

    Anthos Config Management addresses CVEs

    Anthos Config Management has been updated to address multiple Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs). This security patch is critical for all users to ensure their systems are protected against known threats. The update involves dependency refreshes, a standard procedure for maintaining system integrity.

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  • Google Cloud release notes aisecuritygcpengineer ·

    Security Command Center renames AI Protection findings

    Security Command Center (SCC) has renamed two finding categories within AI Protection to more clearly indicate that these detections relate to Gemini foundation models. This change impacts users monitoring AI Protection findings in SCC, clarifying the specific models being detected or not protected by Model Armor. The updated names are GEMINI_MODEL_DETECTED and GEMINI_MODEL_NOT_PROTECTED_BY_MODEL_ARMOR.

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  • Google Cloud release notes observabilitygcpengineer ·

    Cloud Trace: View span instrumentation scope and schema

    The Cloud Trace feature now allows users to view the instrumentation scope or schema associated with a span. This enhancement is accessible within the span's Details view under the Metadata & Links tab, providing engineers with richer context for debugging and performance analysis.

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  • Google Cloud release notes observabilitygcppreviewengineer ·

    Cloud Trace custom dashboards enter public preview

    Cloud Trace now allows users to create custom dashboards displaying trace data, including individual spans and aggregated views. This new capability aims to provide more flexible monitoring and analysis of application performance. The feature is currently in public preview and is available to all Cloud Trace users.

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  • Google Cloud release notes datagcpdeprecationengineer ·

    GCP Data Catalog service deprecated, Knowledge Catalog unaffected

    Google Cloud's Data Catalog service will be deprecated starting June 1, 2026, with potential disruptions to API access. Knowledge Catalog, formerly Dataplex Catalog, is not impacted by this change. Users are advised to migrate to Knowledge Catalog before the deprecation date.

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  • Google Cloud release notes gcpengineerhealthcare ·

    Google Cloud Contact Center as a Service prerelease notes

    Google Cloud has announced prerelease notes for its Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS). This upcoming version includes several bug fixes addressing issues with virtual agent responses, reporting dashboards, attachment visibility, call handling, audio file uploads, agent session timeouts, and user upload data integrity. These updates aim to improve the reliability and functionality of the CCaaS platform for contact center agents and administrators.

    patch announcement
  • Google Cloud release notes aigcppreviewengineer ·

    Gemini Enterprise Adds Asana Connector and Updates Gemini 3.5 Flash Control

    Gemini Enterprise now offers a public preview of its Asana data store, allowing users to search and manage projects, workspaces, teams, and tasks via natural language. Additionally, administrator controls for Gemini 3.5 Flash will be removed June 9, 2026, enabling it by default for all users across multiple regions. These updates impact Gemini Enterprise users and administrators, offering new integrations and standardizing feature availability.

    feature announcement
  • Google Cloud release notes observabilitygcppreviewengineer ·

    Cloud Monitoring adds trace data to custom dashboards

    Cloud Monitoring now supports displaying trace data within custom dashboards, allowing users to view individual spans or aggregated data. This enhancement aims to provide more comprehensive observability by integrating tracing information directly into monitoring dashboards. The feature is currently in public preview and is available to users who can access the Google Cloud console and API.

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  • Google Cloud release notes datagcpgapreviewengineer ·

    Cloud Data Fusion 6.11.1.3: Security fixes, pipeline preview, and performance

    Cloud Data Fusion version 6.11.1.3 is now generally available, addressing critical security vulnerabilities and resolving an issue with pipeline preview runs failing due to inaccessible objects. This update also improves the latency of the List pipelines page and ensures consistent log propagation for custom plugins in parallel branches. A new deployStrategy parameter allows skipping re-deployment for unchanged pipeline configurations, benefiting engineers managing data pipelines.

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