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Container Optimized OS: Containerd Updated and Kernel Security Fixed

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Container Optimized OS (COS) has received an update, which upgrades containerd to version v2.2.7. This release also includes a critical security fix for CVE-2026-68329, addressing a vulnerability within the Linux kernel. The update improves container runtime stability and enhances the OS's overall security posture for affected users.

  • cos-125-19216-532-123
Security (1)
  • Container Optimized OS

    Fixed CVE-2026-68329 in the Linux kernel.

Enhancements (2)
  • Container Optimized OS cos-125-19216-532-123

    Kernel Docker Containerd GPU Drivers COS-6.12.94 v27.5.1 v2.2.7 See List

  • Container Optimized OS

    Updated containerd to v2.2.7.

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https://docs.cloud.google.com/release-notes#August_20_2026

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