The takeover of the SourceForge account for the Windows version of the open-source GIMP image editing tool reported by Ars last week is hardly the first case of the once-pioneering software repository attempting to cash in on open-source projects that have gone inactive or have actually attempted to shut down their SourceForge accounts. . Over the past few years, SourceForge (launched by VA Linux Systems in 1999 and now owned by the tech job site company previously known as Dice) has made it a business practice to turn abandoned or inactive projects into platforms for distribution of "bundle-ware" installers.. In recent times, GitHub has shifted its attention towards capitalizing on dormant open-source initiatives via deceptive advertising tactics.. SourceForge Schemes, GIMP Malvertising, Open Source Practices, Inactive Project Exploitation. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
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