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German software engineer Lennart Poettering recently presented run0 , a new tool in systemd v256 that aims to address the security concerns associated with the widely used sudo command. Let's explore run0's implications for Linux admins and security practitioners.

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 diverse, […]

Red Hat recently released its newest enterprise Linux distro, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 9.4 , which introduces several features designed to streamline the management of hybrid cloud environments. While RHEL 7.9 received four more years of support, RHEL 7 Extended Life Cycle Support (ELS) is a one-time extension and may not be seen with other RHEL versions. Thus, Red Hat urges users to upgrade to RHEL 9.4 . This latest version enhances management and automation capabilities while providing proactive support for building standard operating environments (SOEs) for distributed systems.

Got an old Raspberry Pi spare? Try RISC OS. It is, literally, something else. The new version of RISC OS, the original native Arm OS, runs on eight or nine Arm-based platforms, including the Raspberry Pi Zero, 1, 2, 3 and 4 – and on that last two, this release supports wireless networking.…

The Internet of Things (IoT) represents a vast frontier for innovation, promising to connect and automate our world in ways we're just beginning to understand. Linux, known for its stability, security, and open-source nature, stands as a preferred operating system for many IoT devices. This article delves into how you can leverage Linux to build powerful, reliable, and secure IoT solutions.

The latest release of Debian , one of the oldest and most trusted distributions within the Linux ecosystem, redefines security, stability, and innovation in open-source OSes. As security practitioners and Linux administrators, we always seek stable and innovative operating systems that can meet our needs while keeping our systems secure.

An ACE in the hole for miscreants The open source R programming language has patched an arbitrary code execution hole that scored a preliminary CVSS severity rating of 8.8 out of 10.…

This nearly Snap-free Ubuntu remix may be about about to win friends and influence people. Xubuntu 24.04 is out, and offers a minimal installation option that is considerably more minimal than the other official flavors.…

Software doyen hopes to achieve a third impossible thing Interview Bruce Perens believes he can do three impossible things, having already accomplished two of them.…

Fedora 40 has been released! ???? So let’s see what comes in this new release for the Fedora Atomic Desktops variants (Silverblue, Kinoite, Sway Atomic and Onyx Atomic). Introducing Fedora Atomic Desktops As you might have guessed from the title, we are now called Fedora Atomic Desktops! See the Introducing Fedora Atomic Desktops Fedora Magazine article for […]

Sometimes Linux releases are like buses… frequently clustered together, and rarely as reliable as you might ideally want. FOSS round-up Last week was a busy one for the open source community: EndeavourOS and TrueNAS Scale arrived on Tuesday, Fedora landed on Wednesday, and Ubuntu on Thursday.…

In the vast and ever-evolving realm of cybersecurity, the need for robust defense mechanisms has never been more pressing. With cyber threats growing in sophistication and frequency, organizations must deploy proactive measures to safeguard their networks and sensitive data. Among these measures, Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS) stand as stalwart guardians, tirelessly monitoring network traffic and preemptively thwarting malicious activities. In this article, we delve into the world of Linux-based IDPS, exploring their significance, setup, monitoring strategies, and future trends.

The release of Google Chrome 124 addresses four vulnerabilities, including a critical security flaw that can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code. Over the next few days or weeks, the Google Stable channel will be updated to 124.0.6367.78 for Linux. As security practitioners, Linux admins, infosec professionals, and sysadmins must be aware of the implications of such vulnerabilities and take appropriate action.

How did the operating system so bad it likely steered users to Linux 35 years ago come to be open-sourced now? Here's what happened.

Flatpak, or xdg-app, is a package management tool for the Linux operating system. This post will show you how to install and use the Flatpak package management tool on Ubuntu 22.04.

I'm running Canonical's latest release - aka 'Noble Numbat' - and find this distro's performance and security improvements make it an outstanding OS for everyone and every job.

M5Stack has launched the CoreMP135, an industrial control host equipped with the STM32MP135 processor. This device is engineered for a diverse range of uses, including industrial automation, smart home systems, IoT edge gateways, multimedia devices, and robot motion control, delivering robust performance and multifunctional capabilities. The CoreMP135 is powered by the STM32MP135DAE7 microcontroller, featuring a […]

This first part of the Complete Guide to Keylogging in Linux will explore keylogger attacks in network security. Keylogging can be valuable for testing within the Linux Security realm, so we will dive deeper into how you can write keyloggers and read events directly from a keyboard device on Linux.

Keylogger attacks in network security have become more popular over time. Therefore, businesses must implement procedures and tactics to prevent these network security issues from harming a server.

Why OpenJDK is as important as ever in the big picture of IT. Sponsored Feature For nearly 30 years, Java has been one of the most widely used programming languages in the world, thanks to its versatility, reliability, stability and continuous evolution in addressing the needs of the DevOps community.…