According to Odaily, the latest version of Aptos Node, v1.12.1, has been officially released. This new version addresses a significant issue where retrieving state values could be extremely slow if the value had been extensively updated in the past and remained unchanged within the ledger pruning window. Aptos has issued a reminder that upgrades should be carried out within the next 48 hours.
The release of Aptos Node v1.12.1 is a significant step forward in improving the efficiency and performance of the system. The issue of slow retrieval of state values has been a persistent problem, particularly when values have undergone numerous updates in the past but have remained static within the ledger pruning window. This update is expected to significantly enhance the speed and efficiency of state value retrieval, thereby improving overall system performance.
Aptos has urged users to upgrade to the new version within the next 48 hours. This swift action is recommended to ensure that users can immediately benefit from the improvements and avoid potential issues associated with the previous version. The company has not specified any consequences for failing to upgrade within the recommended timeframe, but it is generally understood that keeping software up-to-date is crucial for optimal performance and security.