Ruby 3.4.2 has been released

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Ruby 3.4.2 has been released with crucial bug fixes, continuing the project’s commitment to stability and security. This update addresses a notable security vulnerability (CVE-2025-25186) in the net-imap library, which could potentially allow a denial-of-service (DoS) attack. The release is part of Ruby’s regular two-month cycle, ensuring timely updates and improvements. Developers are encouraged to update to 3.4.2 to secure their applications and benefit from ongoing optimizations. The Ruby community’s active participation in bug reports and feedback has significantly contributed to the quality of this release.

For further details, visit the official release announcement here.

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