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Securing a Linux Web Server: A Primer

Over the next couple of weeks and months, LinuxSecurity editors and contributors will be writing a series on Linux Web Server Security. This week, we’re summarizing the risks Linux administrators face when trying to secure their systems, as well as outlining the first steps that should be taken toward ensuring that your systems are secure. This series will dive deeper into topics including preventing information leakage, firewall considerations, protecting file and directory permissions, securely running PHP applications, monitoring logs and how to verify the security of a Linux server.

Brittany Day

• Brittany Day
• 09/20/2020
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Best File and Disk Encryption Tools For Linux

Most of us are familiar with Microsoft Windows or macOS - these OSes dominate the personal computing space. But the OS that is taking over the world isn’t owned by Microsoft, Apple, or any tech company for that matter. In fact, the most popular OS in the world today isn’t owned by anyone. It’s the completely open-source Linux operating system.

Brittany Day

• Brittany Day
• 09/14/2020
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Linux Server Security: A Getting Started Guide

Are your Linux servers secure? No machine connected to the internet is 100% secure, of course. In the words of security guru Bruce Schneier: “Security is a process, not a product.” However, this doesn't mean that you are helpless. Although cyber attacks, hacks and breaches are sometimes unavoidable, all system administrators and users can take definitive measures to mitigate their risk online. 

Brittany Day

• Brittany Day
• 08/28/2020
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IoT Security Vulnerabilities are Ubiquitous: How To Secure Your Router and Your Linux System Now

The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly growing, connecting more devices each day. It is projected that by 2025, the world will have an astounding 64 billion IoT devices.

Brittany Day

• Brittany Day
• 08/02/2020
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The Ultimate Guide to Using Data Encryption on Linux

Data encryption has never been more important. New data protection and privacy regulations, such as GDPR, mean that companies storing unencrypted customer information are vulnerable to paying heavy fines. The public is now more aware of the importance of encryption, with massive data breaches impacting companies like Facebook receiving major media coverage.

Brittany Day

• Brittany Day
• 07/28/2020
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Top 8 File and Disk Encryption Tools for Linux

Data protection is an imperative aspect of digital security for both businesses and individuals. In this new remote work environment brought on by COVID-19, securing one’s private data is more critical than ever.

Brittany Day

• Brittany Day
• 07/22/2020
• 4368 Views
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5 Open-Source Blockchain Technologies That Linux Users Need to Know About

With hundreds of thousands of open-source projects underway, it’s easy to say that open source has become a standard in software development. And when talking about open source, the first development environment that comes to mind is, of course, Linux. Halfway through 2020, around 50% of software developers say they use the Linux operating system (OS) for their projects.

Brittany Day

• Brittany Day
• 07/21/2020
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Could Your Router Be The Biggest Security Flaw in Your Linux System?

Is your home router leaving your network vulnerable to attack? New research suggests that this worrisome scenario is more likely than you may have thought.

Brittany Day

• Brittany Day
• 07/20/2020
• 1646 Views
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Apache SpamAssassin Leads A Growing List of Open-Source Projects Taking Steps to Correct Instances of Racism and White Privilege

Over the past few weeks, a heated debate has arisen on the Apache SpamAssassin users list regarding the replacement of racially charged terms like “whitelist” and “blacklist” used in the Apache Spamassassin Project’s code with more inclusive language. Certain community members have been very supportive of Apache SpamAssassin’s efforts to remove racially insensitive language from the project, while others have loudly voiced their disapproval.

Brittany Day

• Brittany Day
• 07/15/2020
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What You Need to Know About Linux Rootkits [Updated]

Rootkits are an effective way for attackers to hide their tracks and keep access to the machines over which they have gained control. Read on to learn about rootkits, how to detect them and how to prevent them from being installed on your system in the first place.

Anthony Pell

• Anthony Pell
• 06/20/2020
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LinuxSecurity Celebrates 24 Years of Serving as the Linux Community’s Central Security Resource

LinuxSecurity.com, the open-source community’s go-to source for security news and information, celebrates providing the Linux community with timely, authoritative industry content for nearly two and a half decades.

Brittany Day

• Brittany Day
• 06/16/2020
• 3325 Views
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Linux Malware: The Truth About This Growing Threat [Updated]

How to Protect Your Linux System Against Malware and Other Dangerous Attacks

Brittany Day

• Brittany Day
• 06/09/2020
• 10990 Views
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Know The Enemy: Upgrade Your Threat Detection Strategy with Honeynets

Honeynets are an invaluable offensive security tool for learning the tactics and motives of the blackhat community and sharing the information and insights gathered. This article will explore what a Honeynet is, its value, how it works and the risks involved with deploying a Honeynet. It will also examine some great open-source honeynet options your organization may wish to consider. 

Brittany Day

• Brittany Day
• 05/17/2020
• 6946 Views
• 0 Comments