This is announcement for IPFire 2.29 - Core Update 195. This update introduces a number of new features and improvements, most notably support for WireGuard VPN.
WireGuard

This release introduces support for WireGuard, a modern VPN protocol designed for simplicity and performance. IPFire now includes a fully integrated interface to configure and manage WireGuard tunnels through the web user interface.
WireGuard can be used for both net-to-net and host-to-net (Roadwarrior) VPN connections and is a lightweight alternative to IPsec and OpenVPN. Configuration is straightforward, and the IPFire implementation includes:

  • Full integration into the firewall GUI
  • Support for multiple peers with individual settings
  • QR code display for easy mobile client configuration and configuration file export
  • Connection importer for interoperability with other vendors and VPN providers
  • Full support for the Intrusion Prevention System and Connection Tracking

WireGuard can be enabled alongside existing VPN services and is intended to offer another option for users who prefer its design and simplicity.
Documentation is available with details on setup and usage.
Misc.

  • All blocklists from 3CoreSec have been removed due to them being discontinued
  • Stefan Schantl refactored some internal downloading code for the IP blocklists and IPS rulesets so that it can be re-used in other places, too
  • Password for the proxy user database will now be stored using the bcrypt hash
  • Stephen Cuka contributed some further aesthetic improvements for the Pakfire to increase its usability
  • The system will now automatically update its SMART database with information about hard drives.
  • Updated packages: coreutils 9.7, btrfs-progs 6.14, diffutils 3.12, fontconfig 2.16.2, gawk 5.3.2, grep 3.12, gzip 1.14, harfbuzz 11.2.0, hwdata 0.394, libcap 2.76, libffi 3.4.8, libgpg-error 1.54, OpenSSH 10.0.p1, OpenSSL 3.5.0, patch 2.8, protobuf 30.2, protobuf-c 1.5.2, Unbound 1.23.0, xfsprogs 6.14.0

Add-Ons

  • Updated packages: alsa 1.2.14, monit 5.35.2, nano 8.4, nfs 2.8.3, htop 3.4.1, tshark 4.4.6



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