Node.js v24 Segmentation Faults During npm Global Installs in Dell VSI (Virtual Storage Integrator) OVA on VMware Photon OS 5.0 (Build b9d98344d)
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Description
Describe the bug
We are observing consistent segmentation faults when using Node.js v24.14.0 on VMware Photon OS 5.0(Build b9d98344d), specifically during npm install -g (global package installation) operations.
Request
We are seeking guidance on:
Official support stance for Node.js v24 on Photon OS 5.0
Recommended approach for running Node.js applications that require global tooling
Whether a Photon‑compatible Node.js LTS build or alternative packaging strategy is planned
Reproduction steps
1.while deploy OVA , we have faced challenges on node_module depedency download package has issue.
2.During jenkins
3.
4. During OVA creation using script.sh, the following command is executed, and it throws an exception.
#Update all software on the system
tdnf update -y
#Install the necessary packages for our code
tdnf install -y python3-pip unzip sshpass nodejs tar
#Install the nodejs library forever for iapi-maintaince-util
npm install forever -g
Expected behavior
Photon OS 5.0 started picking node js 24 also should all to support node modules download without any issue.
Additional context
https://broadcomcms-software.wolkenservicedesk.com/wolken-support/mycases/request-details?requestId=36873117 we have open ticket for DCPN also worked with the support team .
- Photon OS Support: As previously communicated, the general support team handles only break/fix issues and does not provide support for Photon OS related issues. The process for raising break/fix cases remains unchanged.
- Automation, SDK, and API Issues: For assistance with automation, SDK, or API-related requests and issues, please open a case directly with the VCF SDK/API support team.
o How to Open a SDK Support case: Follow the instructions in this Knowledge Base article: https://knowledge.broadcom.com/external/article/436447 [knowledge.broadcom.com]
o Supported SDK / API Matrix: Our supported matrix is available here: https://knowledge.broadcom.com/external/article/310445/ [knowledge.broadcom.com]
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Research direction
Start with script.sh and the documented tdnf and npm install -g commands on Photon OS 5.0 with Node.js 24.14.0. Capture the complete segmentation-fault output and environment details, then compare the result with the requested Photon support and packaging guidance; done means the failure is reproducible and its support status or workaround is documented.
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Assessment
- Tech stack
- nodejs
- Domain
- operating-systems
- Issue type
- Bug
- Difficulty
- 4/5
- Estimated time
- 3-5 days
- Activity status
- Quiet
- Clarity
- Needs clarification
- Newbie friendliness
- 28/100