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×Looking for the best Linux distro to learn hacking? Whether you want to pursue a career in information security, are already working as a security professional, or are just interested in the field, a decent Linux distro that suits your purposes is a must. . There are countless Linux distros for various purposes. For instance, there are , , and more. Here, we list some of the best Linux distros to learn hacking and penetration testing. These distros provide multiple tools for assessing networking security and other similar tasks. . In the realm of hacking and cybersecurity, specific Linux distributions stand out for their unique tools and features that cater to both experts and novices alike. Best Linux Distros, Hacking Tools, Security Testing. . Brittany Day
Are you using full-disk encryption to protect your data? If so, you may want to reconsider after reading this article. . Like with any industry, the information security industry, more commonly referred to as “cybersecurity,” for all its raging debates, has rallied around a small corpus of best practices . One of the highest on this list is full-disk encryption, which security experts regard as sacrosanct, a no-brainer that everyone should use at the barest of minimums. This is the encryption that ensures that someone who snatches your device won’t be able to know everything you’ve got saved on it. I’m here to make the case that most of you are better off not using it. I know this might sound crazy, since I’m kind of the security guy here, but hear me out. . Full-disk encryption (FDE) is lauded for strong data security but carries drawbacks like system slowdowns, recovery challenges, and potential for a false sense of safety. Full-Disk Encryption, Data Protection, Cybersecurity Practices, Risks of Encryption, Security Discussions. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Information mishandling, snooping and location tracking are often the ways in which users find their privacy violated online. Learn about these issues and how to avoid them in a great Security Today article: . Internet is the fastest way of connecting with the world but, unfortunately, it is not the safest one. The internet is full of scams and gambles, and you are on the verge of security risks when you choose to be online. Most internet users are least bothered about their online privacy and are unaware of the plausible risks associated with it. Not only your privacy but your safety is also endangered, especially when you are using the internet to carry out important and secretive tasks like online banking and sharing crucial business files. The link for this article located at Security Today is no longer available. . Delve into significant online privacy concerns and discover effective strategies to protect your personal data in the digital realm.. Internet Safety, Privacy Protection, Secure Browsing, Online Risks. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
You may be pleased, or perhaps underwhelmed, by the news that you no longer have to remember to log in and delete the stuff you didn’t know Google was tracking about you. . Google announced new auto-delete controls for Location History and activity data on Wednesday. …not that Location History and Web & App Activity aren’t the best things since sliced bread – or places where sliced bread is served, Google said: Whether you’re looking for the latest news or the quickest driving route, we aim to make our products helpful for everyone. The data can make Google products more useful for you – like recommending a restaurant that you might enjoy, or helping you pick up where you left off on a previous search. The link for this article located at NakedSecurity is no longer available. . Apple has launched innovative privacy tools that allow users to manage their contact and usage data more effectively, ensuring enhanced protection of personal information.. Google, Auto-delete, Location History, User Activity, Privacy Features. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
North Korean hackers who have targeted American and European businesses for 18 months kept up their attacks last week even as President Trump was meeting with North Korea’s leader in Hanoi. . The attacks, which include efforts to hack into banks, utilities and oil and gas companies, began in 2017, according to researchers at the cybersecurity company McAfee, a time when tensions between North Korea and the United States were flaring. But even though both sides have toned down their fiery threats and begun nuclear disarmament talks, the attacks persist. The link for this article located at The New York Times is no longer available. . The attacks, which include efforts to hack into banks, utilities and oil and gas companies, began in. north, korean, hackers, targeted, american, european, businesses, months, their. . Brittany Day
Australia's troubled My Health Record recorded 42 data breaches between July 1, 2017 and June 30, 2018, the Australian Digital Health Agency (ADHA) has said in its 2017-18 annual report [PDF].. Three of the breaches were reported to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) and involved one breach of unauthorised access due to an incorrect Parental Authorised Representative being assigned to a child, and two breaches due to suspected Medicare fraud that resulted in the potential fraudster seeing records without authority. The link for this article located at ZDNet is no longer available. . Three of the breaches were reported to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) . australia's, troubled, health, record, recorded, breaches, between. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Despite security coming a long way from warnings of the internet being able to be taken down in fewer than 30 minutes, it has “still got a long way to go.”. Reuniting six members of the L0pht hacker team at the DEFCON conference in Las Vegas, moderator Elinor Mills asked Dildog, Space Rogue, Mudge, John Tan, Weldpond and Kingpin, who used their hacker names as they had done 20 years ago when testifying to the US Senate and had done again when visiting again this year, whether they felt that the original testimony had worked. The link for this article located at InfoSecurity is no longer available. . Reuniting six members of the L0pht hacker team at the DEFCON conference in Las Vegas, moderator Elin. despite, security, coming, warnings, internet, being, taken. . Brittany Day
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) has released its “Evaluation of DHS' Information Security Program for Fiscal Year 2017” (pdf). In short, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is running outdated software, has unpatched critical vulnerabilities — including the flaw to allow WannaCry ransomware — and some workstation security patches haven’t been deployed for years.. When President Trump issued an executive order in May 2017 about strengthening the cybersecurity of federal networks and critical infrastructure, each federal agency was required to use the NIST Cybersecurity Framework to manage cybersecurity risk.. The Department of Homeland Security faces ongoing challenges with legacy systems, unresolved vulnerabilities, and extended delays in necessary software updates.. DHS Cybersecurity, Software Vulnerabilities, Security Program Assessment. . Anthony Pell
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