Hacking Linux is Easy with PwnKit
CISA has added PwnKit as a high-severity Linux vulnerability to its list of actively exploited bugs. Learn more here.
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Cybersecurity Agencies Release Guidance for PowerShell Security
PowerShell is one of the most common tools used by hackers in “living off the land” attacks. Get guidance for PowerShell Security here.
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Top PHP Hardening Security Tips for Linux Servers
It’s no brainier that PHP is one of the most used server scripting programming languages. It makes sense for an attacker to find various ways by which he can manipulate PHP as it is often paired with MySQL and enable access to the private data of your users. So here are some tips for hardening […]
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Top PHP Hardening Security Tips for Linux Servers
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It’s no brainier that PHP is one of the most used server scripting programming languages. It makes sense for an attacker to f…
Python packages with Malicious Code Expose Secret AWS Credentials
Sonatype researchers have discovered Python packages that contain malicious code that peek into and expose secret AWS credentials, network interface information, and environment variables. All those credentials and metadata then get uploaded to one or more endpoints, and anyone on the web can see this. Going up a directory level showed hundreds of TXT files […]
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My Body, My Data Act Tackles Online Privacy in Wake of Roe v. Wade Decision
Representative Jacobs’ office said that one of the bill’s intents is to protect women seeking abortions from the prying eyes of law enforcement in states where abortion is illegal.
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20 Useful Security Features and Tools for Linux Admins
In this article, we shall a list of useful Linux security features that every system administrator should know. We also share some useful tools to help a system admin ensure security on their Linux servers.
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How to Set up Automatic Security Updates on Ubuntu (Complete Guide)
We know the Linux operating system is considered secure “by design.” However, regular maintenance by applying released security updates ensures that it will remain such. This guide shows how to automatically set up updates on the Ubuntu system, also kn…
Researchers Disclose 56 Vulnerabilities Impacting Thousands of OT Devices
Forescout’s Vedere Labs disclosed OT:ICEFALL, 56 vulnerabilities affecting devices from 10 operational technology (OT) vendors. This is one of the single largest vulnerability disclosures that impact OT devices and directly addresses insecure-by-design vulnerabilities. In this video for Help Net Security, Daniel dos Santos, Head of Security Research, Forescout, talks about the 56 vulnerabilities, which impact […]
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20 Useful Security Features and Tools for Linux Admins
The post 20 Useful Security Features and Tools for Linux Admins first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides .In this article, we shall a list of useful Linux security features that every system administrator should know. We also share s…
Metasploit 6.2.0 Comes with 138 New Modules, 148 Enhancements and Features
Metasploit is the world’s most used penetration testing framework. It helps security teams verify vulnerabilities, manage security assessments, and improve security awareness. Metasploit 6.2.0 is now available. It includes 138 new modules, 148 enhancem…
8 Useful Linux Security Features and Tools for Beginners
The post 8 Useful Linux Security Features and Tools for Beginners first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides .The primary use of computers in any form, whether it’s a mobile phone, personal computer, a workstation, or a server offering…
Testing & Evaluating SIEM Systems: A Review of Rapid7 InsightIDR
InsightIDR has SIEM at its foundation and scales out to essentially be an XDR solution. Learn more in this review of Rapid7 InsightIDR.
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Getting Started With the Metasploit Framework: A Pentesting Tutorial
The Metasploit project contains some of the best security tools available, including the open source Metasploit Framework. Learn how to use it with this pentesting tutorial.
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Use Authenticator to Generate Two-Factor Authentication Codes on Linux
‘Authenticator’ is an easy to use two-factor authentication app for the Linux desktop, and lets you generate 2-factor authentication codes for more than 290 services.
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How To Prevent Phishing Attacks
Internet pirates steal personal financial information using a new sort of Internet piracy known as “phishing,” which is pronounced “fishing,” and that is exactly what these hackers are doing: “fishing” for your personal financial information. Phishing scams are one of the most popular types of attacks. They are a very…
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Setup Your Own VPN With Wireguard VPN
Wireguard is a modern VPN that employs cutting-edge cryptography. It was originally designed for Linux, but it is now a cross-platform tool that works flawlessly on all major operating systems, including Windows, MacOS, BSD, iOS, and Android. Wireguard is simple to set up and use. It is faster than OpenVPN and…
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Snort Alerts
Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) like Snort is an excellent resource to protect networks and systems. Snort Alerts are discussed in this article.
Millions of MySQL Servers Are Publicly Exposed
More than 3.6 million MySQL servers are publicly exposed on the internet, security researchers noted this week. Learn more here.
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Hijacking of Popular ctx and phpass Packages Reveals Open Source Security Gaps
Ax Sharma, Senior Security Researcher at Sonatype, talks about the tactics used by the researcher Yunus Aydin (aka “SockPuppets”) and what they revealed about the security gaps that can be misused to mount supply chain compromises affecting the open so…