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A new data leakage attack called GhostRace ( CVE-2024-2193 ) was recently discovered. It affects major CPU manufacturers and widely used software. This critical analysis will investigate the implications of this attack and discuss its significance for Linux admins, infosec professionals, and Internet security enthusiasts.

Don't worry, you can still put it back, but it's an accessibility snag. The Fedora development team is discussing dropping the GNOME on X11 session in Fedora 41, meaning that the flagship edition will be Wayland-only.…

Linux clothes specialist HELLOTUX, from Europe, has been making Fedora shirts and hoodies since 2020. They are happy to announce the new Fedora laptop backpacks with an embroidered Fedora logo – and now with a great offer. Many other popular Linux distributions and free software projects are available in the HELLOTUX collection. The partner program […]

The emergence of the KrustyLoader backdoor, with its variants targeting both Windows and Linux systems, has caught the attention of cybersecurity experts. This critical analysis will delve into the implications of this sophisticated backdoor, raise questions about its long-term consequences, and explore its impact on Linux admins, information security professionals, internet security enthusiasts, and sysadmins.

At Mozilla, we know  we can’t create a better future alone, that is why each year we will be highlighting the work of 25 digital leaders using technology to amplify voices, effect change, and build new technologies globally through our Rise 25 Awards. These storytellers, innovators, activists, advocates. builders and artists are helping make the internet more […]

Last week, STMicroelectronics unveiled the STM32MP2 series, its second-generation line of 64-bit industrial microprocessors. Designed for intelligent edge computing, this new series is tailored for a broad range of applications, including smart factories, healthcare, buildings, and infrastructure. These are ST’s first MPUs to contain a 64-bit central processing unit (CPU). In contrast to its predecessor, […]

But when almost everyone has the same browser engine, are browser benchmarks so important? The latest Speedometer, a benchmark measuring web responsiveness, is out in version 3.0. However, some browser makers have questioned how helpful such benchmarking is in the era of shared rendering engines.…

For now, have Linux 6.8, which Linus Torvalds could find no reason to delay Linus Torvalds has released version 6.8 of the Linux Kernel.…

Good news, everyone! The world's favorite daemon, systemd, is coming to phones. The team behind the leading replacement OS for end-of-life smartphones are to adopt systemd – to make working with GNOME and KDE easier.…

ILABS has introduced the RP2040 Connectivity Board, featuring the Raspberry Pi Pico chip. This all-in-one IoT solution integrates LTE, Wi-Fi, and BLE, offering versatility for various IoT projects. Its compatibility with Arduino and PlatformIO platforms suits both professional and hobbyist users. At its heart, the RP2040 Connectivity Board boasts a high-performance microcontroller – the RP2040 […]

Simply NUC introduced a new addition to their Onyx series – the Onyx Pro, powered by the Intel Core i9 vPRO “Raptor Lake” 13900H CPU. This advanced workstation seamlessly integrates Intel IRIS Xe graphics and offers additional customization with optional Nvidia T1000, Radeon Pro WX3200, and Intel Arc A40 graphics cards, catering to a wide […]

This week, Pimoroni introduced the NVMe Base Duo, a new storage solution for Raspberry Pi 5 users. It accommodates either one or two M-key NVMe SSDs, ranging from sizes 2230 to 2280. Designed to enhance the Raspberry Pi 5, this device provides a practical method for expanding storage capacity. Leveraging PCIe Gen 2 technology, the […]

(To read the complete Mozilla.ai learnings on LLM evaluation, please visit the Mozilla.ai blog) Large language models (LLMs) have rapidly advanced, but determining their real-world performance remains a complex challenge in AI. Mozilla.ai participated in NeurIPS 2023, one of the most prominent machine learning conferences, by co-sponsoring a challenge designed to address evaluating models by […]

Pydio Cells is an open-source document-sharing and collaboration platform for your organization. In this guide, we'll show you how to install Pydio Cells on Rocky Linux 9 server with MariaDB server and Apache or httpd web server.

OpenSearch is an open-source fork of Elasticsearch and Kibana developed by Amazon. It is a real-time, distributed, and scalable search engine that allows for full-text search as well as analytics. This tutorial will show you how to install OpenSearch on a Debian 12 server.

A recent attack campaign targeted publicly accessible Docker , Hadoop , Confluence, and Redis deployments. The attackers exploited misconfigurations and known vulnerabilities to implant cryptominers on compromised systems. As Linux admins, infosec professionals, Internet security enthusiasts, and sysadmins, it is crucial to understand the implications of this attack and take appropriate measures to protect our systems.

The Linux kernel is the beating heart of any Linux Operating System (OS), a formidable software layer that sits at the core of the computing experience, facilitating communication between hardware and software. While many users may never need to tweak this core, there are those who, by delving into kernel customization, unlock a new realm of performance, security, and compatibility. This article embarks on a detailed exploration of Linux kernel customization, offering insights into the why, the how, and the profound impact it can have on your system.

Adminer (formerly phpMinAdmin) is a fully-featured database administration tool written in PHP that supports both RDBMS (Relational Database Management System) such as MySQL/MariaDB, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MS SQL, and Oracle and the NoSQL such as MongoDB and others (via plugin).

Ubuntu's parent company -- now powering millions of desktops, servers, and clouds -- continues to seek the balance between delivering 'Linux for Human Beings' and embracing its responsibilities in the global tech market.

Pineberry Pi introduces a new lineup for the Raspberry Pi 5: HatDrive! AI, HatDrive! NET 1G, HatDrive! NET 2.5G HatDrive! Dual, and HatBRICK! Commander. These boards enhance AI capabilities, NVMe storage, and networking, with key features like the ASMedia PCIe Switch (Gen2) for efficient data transfer. HatDrive! AI for Raspberry Pi 5 The HatDrive AI […]