[Bug]: GLIBC Version Compatibility Issue: Avalanche CLI Fails to Run Due to Missing GLIBC_2.32, GLIBC_2.33, and GLIBC_2.34 on Linux

[sardenasrihari]

Describe the bug

The Avalanche CLI fails to run due to missing GLIBC versions. After installation, running any avalanche command returns an error indicating that required GLIBC versions (GLIBC_2.32, GLIBC_2.33, GLIBC_2.34) are not found on my system.

To Reproduce

Run the following command to install the Avalanche CLI:

curl -sSfL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ava-labs/avalanche-cli/main/scripts/install.sh | sh -s

After installation, update the PATH variable:

export PATH=~/bin:$PATH
Run avalanche --help or avalanche --version to verify the installation.

Expected behavior
I expected the avalanche command to display the help or version information without errors, indicating a successful installation and working environment.

Screenshots

Logs
Below are the error logs displayed when running avalanche --help or avalanche --version:

avalanche: /lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libc.so.6: version GLIBC_2.33' not found (required by avalanche) avalanche: /lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libc.so.6: version GLIBC_2.32' not found (required by avalanche)
avalanche: /lib/x86_64-linux-gnu/libc.so.6: version `GLIBC_2.34' not found (required by avalanche)

Operating System
OS: Linux (Ubuntu)
Device: HP 250 G8 Notebook PC

Additional context

It appears that the Avalanche CLI requires GLIBC versions that are not installed on my system, which could suggest a compatibility issue or the need for an alternative installation method. Possible workarounds like upgrading GLIBC directly could be risky for my system’s stability. I'd appreciate guidance on whether a Dockerized solution, static binary, or alternative approach might be available.

[esrasiler]

Hi, I am experiencing the same issue as described in this bug report regarding the missing GLIBC versions when trying to run the Avalanche CLI. I followed the steps outlined by @sardenasrihari and encountered the same errors.

System Information:

• OS: Ubuntu 20.04 LTS

• GLIBC Version: 2.31 (currently installed)

Additional Context:
I am unable to upgrade my Ubuntu version at the moment, and I would prefer not to risk system stability by upgrading GLIBC alone. Any suggestions or guidance on alternative installation methods or potential workarounds would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

[0xbarchitect]

Hi, I found that Ubuntu 20.04 is not compatible with latest stable avalanche CLI, due to the outdated GLIBC version that you have pointed out above.
I upgrade OS to Ubuntu 22.04, all the installation is going well.
However, upgrade OS is a big change and might be non-backward compatible.
Is there any better solution?

[monk07-01]

Hi Team, I am running this same architecture in a 22.04 Ubuntu VM and getting the same compatibilty error. For me the error shows that required is v2.38 for glibc and my current version is 2.35. I tried to manually install 2.38, change paths but then get a segementation core error. Tried building it from source. Same error. Please help or advise what linux distro would be compatible.

RE-edit Config or Modification solved the issue:
I was running on a VM , deleted the VM instance and built a new VM with 24.04 and it worked as it comes with glibc 2.39 and current avalanche-cli supports 2.38 minimum version.

Thanks