v2.1.18

gradio-app/fastrtcv2.1.18May 4, 2026by stenya

AI Summary

This update addresses critical Windows kernel driver stability issues, including fixes for packet injection, BSODs, and block verdict bypasses. It also adds compatibility with the IVPN client and resolves UI persistence issues.

Key Highlights

Critical Windows Kernel Driver fixes (Packet injection, BSODs, bypass)
Added compatibility with IVPN client v3.15.6
UI process now restarts automatically after updates
Fixed persistent 'Core → Desktop Notifications' settings

New Features

Packet injection fixes
WFP callout fixes
IVPN client compatibility
Disable 'Speed Up Website Loading' message
UI auto-restart after updates

Full Release Notes

## What’s Changed
### Windows (Kernel Driver)
* Packet injection fixes - by @vlabo in https://github.com/safing/portmaster/pull/2122
* Fixed BSODs and block verdict bypass in WFP callouts - by @stenya in https://github.com/safing/portmaster/pull/2136
* Added owner PID tracking and downstream filter bypass for the Portmaster process - by @stenya in https://github.com/safing/portmaster/pull/2137

### Other Changes
* Added compatibility with the [IVPN client](https://www.ivpn.net/) v3.15.6 - by @stenya in https://github.com/safing/portmaster/pull/2135
* Added the ability to disable the “Speed Up Website Loading” message - by @stenya in https://github.com/safing/portmaster/issues/2061
* UI process now restarts automatically after updates - by @stenya in https://github.com/safing/portmaster/pull/2155
* Fixed an issue where "Core → Desktop Notifications" were not saved persistently between sessions - by @stenya in https://github.com/safing/portmaster/issues/2020
* Fixed issues in automatic update functionality


**Full Changelog**: https://github.com/safing/portmaster/compare/v2.1.7...v2.1.18