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* chore(release): prepare v0.18.0 Bump version surfaces for the v0.18.0 minor release: version.py, web/package.json + lockfile, softwareVersion schema, SECURITY.md supported-versions table, AUR pkgver/_tag (source and -bin), AppStream metainfo release entry, and the release-history table in RELEASE_PROCESS.md. Docs and site copy for the delta since v0.17.0: README blurb, snap sideload versions in README/INSTALL/UPDATE, CHANGELOG current-stable entry, docs/UPDATE.md What's New with the 0.18 highlights table and per-PR credits, website changelog + desktop-reliability entries, and PRODUCT.md capability lines for Dictation Pad, per-language shortcuts, tray history, overlay, ducking, PipeWire, portal injection, D-Bus activation, custom dictionary, and file transcription. * fix(release): address review findings on the v0.18.0 prep - Keep the checked-in vocalinux-bin PKGBUILD on v0.17.0 so its real AppImage digests stay consistent with its sources; release.yml bumps pkgver/_tag and pins both-arch digests atomically at publish - Qualify the Flatpak release note: PipeWire system-audio capture and RemoteDesktop portal injection are native-install paths - Refresh dateModified on the changelog and desktop-reliability pages - Restore the release-history table order in RELEASE_PROCESS.md - Revert the build-regenerated web/next-env.d.ts route-types reference --------- Co-authored-by: Jatin K Malik <jatinkrmalik@gmail.com>
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Security policy
Supported versions
Only the current stable minor line receives security fixes:
| Version | Supported |
|---|---|
| 0.18.x | Yes |
| 0.17.x | No |
| 0.16.x | No |
| 0.15.x | No |
| older | No |
Upgrade to the latest release for security and reliability fixes. See docs/UPDATE.md.
Reporting a vulnerability
Do not open a public GitHub issue for security vulnerabilities.
Preferred: email the maintainer at jatinkrmalik@gmail.com with subject:
Vocalinux Security Vulnerability Report
Include:
- Clear description of the issue
- Steps to reproduce
- Potential impact
- Suggested fix (optional)
You should receive acknowledgment within 48 hours. We will assess severity, share an expected timeline, coordinate disclosure, and credit you in release notes if you want credit.
If email is unavailable, use GitHub private vulnerability reporting when enabled for the repository.
Privacy design
Vocalinux is built for local-first dictation:
- Local engines process audio on-device after you download a model
- No Voca account is required for local engines
- No usage telemetry in the installed application
- Models download once and stay in local cache
- Downloads are checked against pinned checksums before install
Remote API (optional)
When the user enables Remote API, audio is uploaded to the configured server over HTTP(S). That path is off by default. Operators should use TLS and authentication for any network outside a trusted LAN. See docs/HTTP_REMOTE.md.
Engines
| Engine | Processing | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| whisper.cpp (default) | Local | Vulkan GPU optional; models cached under XDG data |
| OpenAI Whisper | Local | PyTorch; NVIDIA/CUDA common |
| Faster Whisper | Local | CTranslate2 / INT8 Whisper on CPU; optional extra |
| VOSK | Local | Lightweight CPU path |
| Parakeet | Local | NVIDIA NeMo ASR via sherpa-onnx; CPU |
| Remote API | User-configured server | Opt-in only |
File locations
| Path | Purpose | Permissions (typical) |
|---|---|---|
~/.config/vocalinux/ |
Configuration | User-only (mode 700) |
~/.local/share/vocalinux/ |
Data and models | User-only (mode 700) |
Known limitations
- Text injection uses tools such as xdotool, wtype, ydotool, or IBus; desktop input APIs have their own privilege model
- Global shortcuts need access to input devices (e.g. evdev on some setups)
- Virtual environments isolate Python packages but do not sandbox the desktop session
Keeping installs current
# Re-run the official installer (preserves config and models)
curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/VocaHQ/vocalinux/main/install.sh -o /tmp/vl.sh
bash /tmp/vl.sh
Or follow docs/UPDATE.md for source, AUR, AppImage, Snap, and Flatpak paths.
Contact
| Topic | Contact |
|---|---|
| Security | jatinkrmalik@gmail.com |
| General bugs | https://github.com/VocaHQ/vocalinux/issues |