IBM Maximo Application Suite - Predict Component release 8.8.12

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Overview

This document describes the December Patch for the Predict service. The patch includes stability improvements, security fixes, dependency updates, and minor enhancements aimed at improving reliability and maintainability in production environments.

Patch Month: December

Component: Predict Service

Python Runtime Update

• Added official support for Python 3.12 is available only with CPD 5.2.
• Validated Predict service compatibility with Python 3.12 runtime.
• Updated build and runtime dependencies to ensure smooth operation on Python 3.12.
• Updated build and runtime dependencies to ensure smooth operation on Python 3.12 under CPD 5.2.
• Deployments on earlier CPD versions continue to use their existing supported Python runtimes.

1. Bug Fixes

• Fixed intermittent service startup issues observed after dependency upgrades.
• Improved error handling and logging for better diagnostics.

2. Security Updates

• Updated vulnerable third-party dependencies to secure versions.
• Improved handling of authentication headers and request validation.
• Minor hardening of service configuration defaults.

3. Performance & Stability Improvements

• Optimized request lifecycle handling to reduce unnecessary overhead.
• Improved Gunicorn/runtime compatibility and startup stability.
• Better resilience during pod restarts and health checks.

4. Dependency Updates

• Updated selected Python libraries to their latest compatible versions.
• Ensured backward compatibility with existing Predict APIs.