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system security Linux network The romanticized image of the digital nomad – a laptop on a sun-drenched balcony – rarely accounts for the actual friction of maintaining a professional development environment on the move. . The friction is amplified with Linux. We are looking for a setup that respects our kernel configurations, handles volatile network handovers, and maintains a strict security posture without the hand-holding of a consumer-grade OS – so, put simply, more than just a laptop and a sunny deck. The hardware is...
May 26, 2026
Server Securityopen-source Linux administration
open-source Linux administration Cron has existed in Unix and Linux environments for decades, handling backups, cleanup scripts, patching jobs, log rotation, monitoring tasks, and other maintenance work that administrators do not want to run manually. Most Linux servers rely on it constantly, which is exactly why attackers continue abusing it for persistence after a system has already been compromised. . Persistence through cron is not complicated. Attackers do not need a rootkit or advanced malware framework to maintain...
May 25, 2026
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security breach linux A major internal repository breach at GitHub has exposed a critical and overlooked blind spot in Linux supply chain security. Kernel exploits, exposed SSH services, weak firewall rules, and vulnerable daemons dominated the Linux threat model for years, and in many environments, they still matter. But recent supply-chain incidents involving GitHub ecosystems, npm packages, and malicious developer tooling point somewhere else entirely: the developer workstation. . The breach matters because...
May 21, 2026
Security Trends access control multi-tenant
access control multi-tenant Linux administrators often face an ugly choice in the cloud: prioritize convenience and cost-efficiency by sharing infrastructure, or sacrifice those benefits for the sake of total isolation. Most modern Linux workloads don't live on their own private servers anymore. They live in shared environments like Kubernetes clusters, where multiple teams and services run side-by-side. It sounds efficient, and it usually is. . But cloud isolation isn't as ironclad as it looks on the diagram. If you...
May 21, 2026
Vendors/Productsincident response cloud security
incident response cloud security Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) has become one of the most sought-after security services in the enterprise market — and with good reason. It promises the holy grail: broad visibility across endpoints, network, cloud, email, and identity, combined with the 24/7 human expertise most organizations simply cannot build in-house. . However, the rapid growth of the market has produced a wide range of providers whose capabilities vary considerably beneath the surface. Choosing the...
May 19, 2026
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internet securityonline safetysecurity tipsExpert Advice From Pablos Holman on Cyber Protection and Security
He was once one of the world's top hackers, but now Pablos Holman is using his powers for good. He was in town for Chicago Ideas Week and joined us with some tips for protecting yourself online.. Recent celebrity hacking scandals have put internet hacking in the spotlight. A Florida man was arrested for hacking into email accounts of Scarlett Johansson and Mila Kunis. Holman said hacking used to be broad, with hackers getting into whatever they could find. Now, it. Discover valuable insights from ex-cybercriminal Pablos Holman on bolstering your cybersecurity in the modern internet landscape.. Pablos Holman,Cyber Protection,Online Security Tips. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Oct 14, 2011
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open source softwareemail privacymozilla thunderbirdEnhance Your Gmail Privacy with GPG Encryption Techniques Today
Perhaps Google's announcement that Chinese cyber attackers went after human rights activists' Gmail accounts has made you skittish about just how private your own messages are on the Google e-mail service. . Well, if you want to take a significant step in keeping prying eyes away from your electronic correspondence, one good encryption technology that predates Google altogether is worth looking at. It's called public key encryption, and I'm sharing some instructions on how to get it working if you want try it. Unfortunately, better security typically goes hand in hand with increased inconvenience. But some human rights activists who used Gmail right now likely wish they'd put up with a little hardship to help keep hackers at bay. I'm not going so far as to recommend you use e-mail encryption, but I think this is a good time to take a close look at it. Specifically, I'll show here how to use a collection of free or open-source software packages: GPG, or GNU Privacy Guard, Mozilla Messaging's Thunderbird e-mail software, and its Enigmail plug-in. But first, some background about how it works. The link for this article located at CNET is no longer available. . GPG encryption acts as a powerful protector for your email, enhancing privacy and shielding against cyber threats through asymmetric encryption methods. GPG Encryption, Email Security, Mozilla Thunderbird, Enigmail Plugin, Cyber Protection. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jan 14, 2010
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information securitycritical infrastructurecybersecurity strategyDHS Cybersecurity Leadership: Robert Liscouski's Business Strategies
The atmosphere in the new U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is one of chaotic energy, akin to a "dot com," but the new agency will need a more business-like approach to successfully fight terrorism, according to Robert Liscouski, Assistant Secretary . . . . The atmosphere in the new U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is one of chaotic energy, akin to a "dot com," but the new agency will need a more business-like approach to successfully fight terrorism, according to Robert Liscouski, Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security. Liscouski was in Framingham, Mass., Thursday, speaking with members of the press and discussing the government's plans to fight cyberterrorism and protect the nation's critical infrastructure. As the Assistant Secretary for Homeland Security for Infrastructure Protection in the Information Analysis and Infrastructure Protection Directorate (IAIP), Liscouski is responsible for overseeing programs to secure the nation's critical infrastructure and core services, including the DHS's new cybersecurity division. The link for this article located at InfoWorld is no longer available. . The atmosphere in the new U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is one of chaotic energy, akin . atmosphere, department, homeland, security, (dhs), chaotic, energy. . Anthony Pell
Jun 27, 2003
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risk managementsecurity toolsoftware solutionsSecurity Firms Showcase Cost-Saving Solutions at Recent Event
At a recent publicity event here, two security companies and accounting giant PricewaterhouseCoopers showed off their latest tool for selling software: a calculator that lets clients estimate how much money they can save by using the companies' offerings.. . .. At a recent publicity event here, two security companies and accounting giant PricewaterhouseCoopers showed off their latest tool for selling software: a calculator that lets clients estimate how much money they can save by using the companies' offerings. The tool highlights an ongoing change in the market. Despite the terror of Sept. 11 and cries of imminent cyberattack, companies aren't interested in security for its sake alone; they want to be able to cut their bottom line as well. "Every customer that we are talking to says, 'We want to save money; we want fewer suppliers; and we want someone to put themselves on the line and do it for us,'" said Steve Lesem, vice president of the security business unit for corporate application maker BMC Software, one of two companies that partnered with PricewaterhouseCoopers for the Tuesday event. The link for this article located at ZDNet is no longer available. . Three technology companies, along with Deloitte, presented a solution that prioritizes efficiency rather than security at a recent conference.. Security Tools, Cost Savings, Risk Management. . Anthony Pell
Jun 13, 2002
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national securitycyber protectiongovernment initiativesBush's Plan for New Cybersecurity Oversight Board in Federal Agencies
From the article: "A draft executive order from President Bush, obtained by The Associated Press, would abolish the high-profile post of security chief in favor of a board of about 21 officials from all major federal agencies." These officials . . . . From the article: "A draft executive order from President Bush, obtained by The Associated Press, would abolish the high-profile post of security chief in favor of a board of about 21 officials from all major federal agencies." These officials would all report to the National Security Advisor. So now instead of putting all the blame on her, they can spread the blame amongst the 21.... :) The link for this article located at CNN.com is no longer available. . Examine the implications of Biden's proposed executive directive reforming national cybersecurity through the establishment of an innovative regulatory panel.. Cybersecurity Reform, Federal Oversight Board, National Security Policy. . Anthony Pell
Jul 18, 2001
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network securitysecurity softwarefirewall technologyCheck Point Software Insights: Leading Firewall And VPN Innovations
... Eleven years later, the Israeli whiz kid who never finished college is co-founder and chief executive of Check Point Software Technologies, one of the most profitable software companies around. How profitable? Well, in the first quarter ending March 31, Check . . . . ... Eleven years later, the Israeli whiz kid who never finished college is co-founder and chief executive of Check Point Software Technologies, one of the most profitable software companies around. How profitable? Well, in the first quarter ending March 31, Check Point's operating margin was a mind-blowing 61%. It made $83.7 million in profit on just $145 million in revenue. Last year, revenues were $425 million, up nearly 100% from the year before. Goldman Sachs projects 2001 revenues will be $650 million. Check Point sells security software, a must-have for any business connecting to the Internet. Despite the gloom surrounding the tech sector, a few silver linings -- companies like Check Point, VeriSign, and Symantec Corp. -- have shown through in the security field. Analysts at Dataquest expect the $2.5 billion market for security software to increase 22% this year. Few companies sell more security software than Check Point. Shwed's company, with offices in Tel Aviv and Silicon Valley, is making its mark in the constant battle with hackers. It produces two key products, firewall software, which is meant to keep hackers out of computer networks, and virtual private network technology, which allows computer users to "tunnel" through the Internet in an encrypted shell that prevents anyone peeping at what they are writing. According to market researcher IDC, Check Point has a 52% share of the firewall market and 41% of the virtual network market. The link for this article located at BusinessWeek is no longer available. . Check Point Software Technologies has transformed firewalls and security software since 1993, introducing pioneering innovations and robust security solutions tailored for all businesses. Check PointSoftware Technologies,Cyber Protection,Firewall Software,Network Safety,VPN Market. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
May 16, 2001
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remote accessfirewallnetwork defenseEnhancing Remote User Security in Banking Through Firewalls
Last December, a bank in Southern California received a call from an online customer asking why one of the bank's computers was trying to hack into his system. It turned out that the machine doing the hacking belonged to the bank's . . . . Last December, a bank in Southern California received a call from an online customer asking why one of the bank's computers was trying to hack into his system. It turned out that the machine doing the hacking belonged to the bank's president and had been remotely commandeered by an employee. The president called Conqwest Inc., a Holliston, Mass.-based IT security services firm, which is now rolling out firewall software across the bank's 125 internal desktop, laptop and remote computers. Until recently, companies thought antivirus and virtual private network (VPN) technologies would keep remote worker connections safe. But as more workers have been accessing the Internet through broadband services such as cable modems, exposure to hacking attacks through those machines has increased. In October, for example, a hacker broke into a Microsoft Corp. employee's home computer and exploited the VPN connection to penetrate the company's internal network. The link for this article located at ITWorld is no longer available. . Understand the vital function of firewalls for remote workers, as they protect financial institutions against cyber threats by monitoring network traffic.. Remote Access Security, Banking Firewall, IT Security Practices, Network Protection, Cyber Threat Prevention. . Anthony Pell
Mar 28, 2001
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Ciscointernet securityvpnExplosive Growth In VPN Market Surpassing $243 Million This Quarter
Demand for Internet-based security products is exploding, as sales reached $243 million last quarter and are expected to more than double next year, a new study shows. With Check Point Software Technologies and Cisco Systems leading the way, sales of . . . . Demand for Internet-based security products is exploding, as sales reached $243 million last quarter and are expected to more than double next year, a new study shows. With Check Point Software Technologies and Cisco Systems leading the way, sales of virtual private networking (VPN) hardware grew to $243 million during the 2000 third quarter, triple the revenue from the same period last year and a growth of 32 percent from the previous quarter. Sales of security products are expected to skyrocket to $506 million in revenue next third quarter, according to a new study by market research firm Infonetics Research. "We're at the beginning of a period of astronomical growth in the VPN market," Infonetics analyst Jeff Wilson said in a statement. VPNs allow companies to create secure connections using the Internet, offering a cheap and easy way to connect not only mobile workers, but also branch offices and partners to their corporate computer systems. The link for this article located at CNET is no longer available. . With quarterly earnings hitting $243 million, the appetite for online security solutions is poised to escalate even more in the coming year.. VPN Growth, Internet Security, Cyber Protection, Security Services. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 28, 2000
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