VRConsole Release 1.1.8 Don’t be like them

VRConsole 1.1.8 delivers critical security upgrades, improved installation reliability, and new support tools for moderators and end-users, ensuring a safer and smoother experience for all users.

Upgrades:

• Installer now automatically downloads all required libraries, eliminating manual dependency issues.

• Added cryptographic signature (ed25519) validation on all updater systems to secure update integrity and prevent tampering. (To mitigate supply-chain attacks like a certain other project recently)

Improvements:

• Introduced a draft Networked group/club moderation notes system leveraging Google Sheets for seamless collaboration among existing moderators.

• Enhanced internal tools for support on LXDB database files, improving diagnostic capabilities.

• Added additional end-user support tools to streamline troubleshooting.

• Developed improved internal documentation and standard operating procedures to facilitate faster and more consistent future code fixes.

• Upgraded end-user support documentation for clarity and completeness.

Fixes:

• Resolved Windows installation issues that caused browser windows to malfunction.

• Addressed under-the-hood performance problems to optimize overall responsiveness.

• Implemented various security and safety improvements to protect users.

• Fixed installer behavior to ensure reliable library downloads during setup.