- Helm 2.16.9 now fails with an error on malformed plugin paths, preventing silent fixes and reducing future security risk.
- Backports archive improvements from Helm 3, enhancing chart handling.
- No known security vulnerability in Helm 2; users are encouraged to upgrade, with v2.16.10 slated for bug‑fixes only.
Helm v2.16.9
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Fixed panic in engine when handling empty files.
Improved error reporting for helm template debug and fixed panic on repeated IsReachable calls.