Oracle Linux 9 Update 5 is now available for x86_64 and aarch64 platforms, featuring Unbreakable Enterprise Kernel 7 Update 3 and Red Hat Compatible Kernel 5.14. This release emphasizes security, with updates like OpenSSL 3.2.2 for enhanced cryptographic operations and FIPS 140-3 compliance, OpenSSH 8.7p1-43 for configurable host key sizes, and an updated SCAP Security Guide 0.1.74 with new STIG-aligned profiles. Key development upgrades include OpenJDK 17 as the default Java runtime, .NET 9.0 with C#13, F#9, and machine learning support, and GCC Toolset 14 featuring GCC 14.2.1 and related tools. These enhancements support high-performance workloads across on-premises, cloud, and edge environments.