Vmenu 3.5.0 High Quality Site
This report covers vMenu v3.5.0 , a widely-used server-side menu for
: includes features like summoning players, clearing areas, and private messaging. Installation and Setup vmenu 3.5.0
Cleaned up internal code and updated the repository's readme and license files. This report covers vMenu v3
After installation, the binary is placed at /usr/share/efi/vmenu/vmenu.efi. Signed Plugin Validation : Any third-party plugin must
- Signed Plugin Validation: Any third-party plugin must be cryptographically signed with a key registered in the vmenu trust store. Unsigned plugins trigger a prominent red warning.
- Lockdown Mode: When Secure Boot is enabled and PCR7 is configured, vmenu automatically enters lockdown mode, disabling menu options that could write to UEFI runtime services (e.g., modifying Secure Boot keys without authentication).
- Password Protection for Menus: You can now set per-menu passwords. This is useful for enterprise deployments where you want end-users to access only a subset of diagnostic tools, not firmware settings.
Fixed an "unlimited ammo" permission bug and corrected a typo in the default radio station description. Core Libraries:
The Not-So-Good (Honest Criticism)
- UI is aging: It looks exactly like it did in 2018. A dark, native GTA menu. It’s functional, but don’t expect modern fonts, icons, or animations.
- No built-in report system: vMenu 3.5.0 still doesn't handle player reports natively. You must pair it with a separate reporting script (like
reportortxAdmin). - Overwhelming for new admins: The sheer number of toggles (300+ permissions) can be intimidating for a new server owner. A "wizard" or preset templates would be a welcome addition.
for UI preferences, keybinds, and client-side performance options. Stability & Support
History and Development