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Linux Kernel 4.13 Revolutionizes Thunderbolt Security and Device Integration

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The launch of Linux Kernel 4.13 has brought significant advancements in Thunderbolt security and device integration. This article explores the key features of the new kernel version and their implications for Linux admins, infosec professionals, internet security enthusiasts, and sysadmins.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jan 03, 2024

Impact of Debian 10 EOL on Security and Compliance

Debian 10, known as “Buster,” was first released on July 6, 2019, and has earned the reputation of being a reliable Linux distribution for individuals and businesses alike. However, the security support for this version of Debian is ending, with Debian 10 reaching its End of Life (EOL) on June 30, 2023.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 29, 2023

OpenSSH 9.6 Arrives: Patching Up and Powering Up

In the world of open source, there are few names as synonymous with security than OpenSSH. The latest version of the software—version 9.6—has been released, bringing major improvements to the platform.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 28, 2023

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Understanding QEMU’s Role in Linux System Emulation Security

QEMU plays a significant role in Linux system emulation by providing users with features like isolation of guest and host systems, device emulation security, memory management, and sandboxing. The article emphasizes QEMU's ability to "prevent potential security flaws or exploits in the guest system from affecting the host system" through its isolation feature, a crucial aspect for information security pros.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 22, 2023

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Qubes OS 4.2.0 Rolls Out with Dom0 Rebased to Fedora 37

Qubes OS is an open-source project that can be run as a desktop, server, or appliance. It's designed to be secure, but it also allows you to use it however you'd like.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 19, 2023

RISC-V is Creating a ‘Linux Movement’ in Hardware

RISC-V, an open-standard instruction set architecture (ISA) designed to be license-free and royalty-free, is creating a new Linux movement in the hardware industry. The goal of the project is to create a single standard for processors and other chips that can be used across different devices, which will make it easier for developers to work on multiple platforms without having to learn new languages.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 18, 2023

Python 2 EOL: Coping with Legacy System Challenges

The Python 2 EOL is coming and will have some serious implications for legacy systems.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 17, 2023

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Debian 12.3 Delayed Due To An EXT4 Data Corruption Bug Being Addressed

The Debian project has announced that it is delaying the release of its next version, Debian 123. This delay is because developers are working on fixing a bug that causes EXT4 file systems to become corrupt.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 10, 2023

Linux Is Getting Its Own Blue Screen of Death with a New systemd Update

The Linux Blue Screen of Death is a new feature that gives users a taste of the dreaded Windows feature.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 08, 2023

OpenSSL 3.2 Adds Support for TCP Fast Open on Linux, Argon2 KDF, and More

The open source project OpenSSL has released version 3.2, which includes support for TCP Fast Open on Linux, new Argon2 password hashing algorithm, and other improvements.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Nov 27, 2023

Python’s New Security Developer Has Plans to Secure the Language

Python is a popular programming language in the open-source community, but it's been plagued by security issues in recent years.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Nov 26, 2023

Linux 6.7 Introduces "make hardening.config" To Help Build A Hardened Kernel

The hardening updates for the Linux 6.7 kernel bring a new hardening configuration profile to help build a security-hardened kernel with some sane defaults.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Nov 05, 2023

AppArmor Adds IO_uring Mediation & Some Performance Optimizations

The AppArmor Linux security system has picked up a few improvements and new features with the in-development Linux 6.7 kernel.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Nov 05, 2023

Linux 6.6 Brings New Scheduler, File Sharing and Security

The new Linux 6.6 kernel is now available, integrating an array of updated capabilities that will impact workstation, server and cloud deployments.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Nov 02, 2023

What Linux Kernel Maintainers Do and Why They Need Your Help

Everyone uses Linux, and companies are willing to pay to develop it, but maintaining Linux's code? That's another matter.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Oct 26, 2023

Want a Simple, Stable, and Secure Linux Distribution? Then SpiralLinux Is for You

SpiralLinux is the working person's Linux. Here's why you should give it a try.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Oct 18, 2023

OpenBSD 7.4 Released With New Hardware Support, Security Improvements

Theo de Raadt released OpenBSD 7.4 today as the open-source BSD operating system project's 55th release.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Oct 17, 2023

Linux Tries to Dump Windows' Notoriously Insecure RNDIS Protocol

Microsoft's proprietary protocol, Remote Network Driver Interface Specification (RNDIS), started with a good idea. It would enable hardware vendors to add networking support to USB devices without having to build them from scratch. There was only one little problem. RNDIS has no security to speak of.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Oct 05, 2023

Linux Foundation's Latest Open-Source Project: OpenPubkey

The newest open-source project hosted by the Linux Foundation is OpenPubkey, which is a collaboration with Docker and BastionZero and will be available for Docker container signing with zero-trust passwordless authentication.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Oct 04, 2023

RISC-V With Linux 6.6 Offers Better Kernel Security With KASLR

More RISC-V architecture updates were merged this weekend for the ongoing Linux 6.6 merge window.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Sep 11, 2023

CoCo VMs Will Now Panic If RdRand Is Broken in Linux 6.9

New GitHub Actions Enhancements Boost Security & Power

Tails 6.1 Released with Security, User Experience Enhancements