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security advisory vulnerability GNOME is officially shortening its standard vulnerability disclosure window from 90 days to 30 days, a change that impacts upstream maintainers, downstream Linux distributions, and system administrators in how they handle software vulnerabilities. The policy shift, announced by long-time security coordinator Michael Catanzaro , addresses modern software patching realities and a growing influx of automated submissions. . Because GNOME is the default desktop environment on several major Linux...
Jul 21, 2026
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security advisory moderate For organizations that run a self-hosted Git platform, it’s no longer just about hosting static code repositories. Today, Git servers are responsible for deployment pipelines, API tokens, SSH keys, package repositories, and the automation scripts that push code directly. Confirm that the upgrade addresses known vulnerabilities but also provides production environments. . That makes them trusted systems within the development environment and attractive targets for attackers looking to move...
Jul 20, 2026
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data privacy automation Every system admin has lived through the same Monday morning ritual. A queue of forty tickets, half of them password resets, permission errors, or disk space warnings that any experienced technician could resolve in under two minutes. The other half require actual judgment. For years, automation promised that software would eventually sort the two apart on its own. That promise is now being tested in production Linux environments. . Early results are reshaping how IT teams think about tier-1...
Jul 17, 2026
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data collection automation You're running a web scraping project to collect pricing data from e-commerce sites. You set up a pool of datacenter proxies, launch your scripts, and within minutes — banned . CAPTCHAs everywhere. Your data pipeline stops before it really begins. . It's a frustrating scenario that plays out daily in ad verification, market research, and multi-account management. The website doesn't know you're doing legitimate research or monitoring. It just sees traffic coming from IP ranges it recognizes as...
Jul 17, 2026
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security advisory social engineering Business Email Compromise used to be a numbers game — mass-blasted emails, broken English, an obvious "URGENT WIRE TRANSFER" subject line. That era is over. Generative AI has turned BEC into a tailored, low-noise operation that mimics writing style, voice, and even video presence. This piece looks at what's actually changed under the hood, what defenders are testing in response, and why so many organizations are still structurally unprepared for it. . The Infrastructure Problem Nobody Wants to...
Jul 17, 2026
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malwarecybercrimelaw enforcementFBI Dismantles IPStorm Botnet Infrastructure: A Major Cyber Victory
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) dismantled the infrastructure behind the illegal botnet proxy service IPStorm. . The IPStorm botnet was first uncovered in May 2019 while targeting Windows systems, not experts from Intezer reported that the bot evolved to infect other platforms, including Android, Linux, and Mac devices. IPStorm botnet continues to infect systems across the world, its size passed from around 3,000 infected systems in May 2019 to more than 13,500 devices in October 2020. The name IPStorm is the abbreviation of InterPlanetary Storm that came from the InterPlanetary File System ( IPFS ), which is a peer-to-peer protocol used by the bot for communications with the intent to obscure the malicious traffic. . The neutralization of PhantomNet, a nefarious network targeting various systems, marks a significant achievement in the realm of digital security efforts.. IPStorm Botnet,Cybercrime,Law Enforcement,Cybersecurity Initiatives,Malware. . Brittany Day
Nov 17, 2023
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law enforcementprivacysurveillanceAmazon Ring Updates Police Request Process For Door Camera Footage
Amazon Ring has announced that it will change the way police can request footage from millions of doorbell cameras in communities across the country. "Ring’s small reforms invite bigger questions: Why does a customer-focused technology company need to develop and maintain a feature for law enforcement in the first place? Why must Ring and other technology companies continue to offer police free features to facilitate surveillance and the transfer of information from users to the government?" . Rather than the current system, in which police can send automatic bulk email requests to individual Ring users in an area of interest up to a square half mile, police will now publicly post their requests to Ring’s accompanying Neighbors app. Users of that app will see a “Request for Assistance” on their feed, unless they opt out of seeing such requests, and then Ring customers in the area of interest (still up to a square half mile) can respond by reviewing and providing their footage. Because only a portion of Ring users also are Neighbors users, and some of them may opt out of receiving police requests, this new system may reduce the number of people who receive police requests, though we wonder whether Ring will now push more of its users to register for the app. . Ring's updated framework for handling police inquiries alters the interaction of users with security agencies amidst growing privacy apprehensions.. Amazon Ring, Doorbell Cameras, Police Requests, Privacy Changes. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jun 10, 2021
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law enforcementprivacy risksurveillance technologyPolice Officer Safety Threatened By Ring Doorbell Surveillance Risks
You're probably aware of the privacy concerns associated with Ring doorbells, but have you considered the risks that this popular IoT device poses to police officers? . Leaked documents have revealed the concerns of law enforcement in how Internet of Things (IoT) technology can pose a risk to the safety of police officers. Smart doorbell vendors including Ring have created product lines that have transformed traditional bells and door chimes into intelligent technological solutions that provide location monitoring, real-time camera feeds, audio and visual recordings, and the ability to communicate with visitors remotely. . Confidential reports indicate police concerns over the risks posed by IoT devices, especially doorbell cameras, and their impact on officer safety in different scenarios. IoT Security, Surveillance Technology, Police Safety, Smart Devices, Privacy Concerns. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Sep 01, 2020
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law enforcementtechnology policyfacial recognitionIBM Stops Developing Facial Recognition Technology For Ethical Enforcement
IBM has announced that it won’t offer or develop general-purpose facial recognition technology to encourage responsible usage of tech by law enforcement. The company has been a major player in the field for years, offering several solutions. . In a letter to Congress , IBM’s CEO, Arvind Krishna, addressed the deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor, and said the company would like to work with officials to achieve racial equality. Krishna suggested that there need to be key policy changes through police reform, responsible use of technology, and broadening skills and educational opportunities. The link for this article located at The Next Web is no longer available. . Microsoft declares a halt on advancements in biometric identification systems, prioritizing responsible deployment in policing efforts.. Facial Recognition, Responsible Technology, Law Enforcement Policy, IBM Technology, Ethical Usage. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jun 09, 2020
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law enforcementprivacysurveillanceSenate Votes To Allow FBI Access To Browser History Without Warrant
In a major blow to citizens’ privacy, the US Senate voted today to give law enforcement agencies such as the FBI and CIA the power to look into your browser history without a warrant. How do you feel about this? . Senators Ron Wyden from Oregan and Senator Steve Daines of Montana led the charge to insert privacy protections into the Patriot Act, which gives law enforcement agencies power for surveillance in order to maintain national security. However, the privacy protection amendment fell short by just one vote, as many senators who may have voted in favor of it didn’t show up. This vote is a setback to the privacy of citizens at multiple levels. There’s already a growing level of concern among privacy advocates as governments around the world are using the coronavirus pandemic as a shield to insert new surveillance measures without any guardrails. The link for this article located at The Next Web is no longer available. . Lawmakers Alex Padilla and Mike Lee advocated for data security measures, but the proposal was rejected, impacting individuals' freedoms.. Privacy Protections, Browser History Access, Surveillance Legislation. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
May 14, 2020
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law enforcementtechnologyprivacyLondon's Facial Recognition Rollout: Privacy vs. Crime Prevention
Facial recognition cameras are set to be deployed across London for the first time, the Metropolitan Police has announced. The Police say the technology will help fight crime - but critics warn that the 'privacy destroying' scheme amounts to oppressive surveillance. What is your opinion on this decision? . The roll out of the live facial recognition technology is expected to begin within a month and is designed to help the police tackle serious crime by locating and arresting wanted suspects – but privacy groups have already criticised the decision. The technology will be deployed in what's described as 'intelligence-led' specific locations around London and will be used to scan the faces of people passing through the area, with the aim of identifying wanted individuals. The link for this article located at ZDNet is no longer available. . The local authorities in Manchester plan to implement drone surveillance systems for public safety, igniting debates over citizen's rights.. Facial Recognition, Surveillance Technology, London Crime, Privacy Issues, Law Enforcement. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jan 24, 2020
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law enforcementEU regulationsfacial recognitionEU Considers A Five-Year Ban on Facial Recognition Technology
The European Union is debating a potential ban on the use of facial recognition technologies in public areas which could last for five years, allowing lawmakers to catch up. . Facial recognition-equipped systems, such as those found in mobile devices and cameras, are advocated by law enforcement as a way to track missing persons and as useful tools in criminal investigations. However, critics say this technology is susceptible to abuse and its use without the consent of the general public undermines our right to privacy. The link for this article located at ZDNet is no longer available. . The EU is considering a possible prohibition on facial recognition technology in public areas to safeguard privacy rights and tackle ethical dilemmas.. Facial Recognition Regulation, EU Privacy Laws, Biometric Ethics, Public Surveillance, Law Enforcement Technology. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jan 17, 2020
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law enforcementdata privacysurveillanceSan Diego to Cease Use of Facial Recognition by Law Enforcement Agencies
Thanks to a statewide policy banning law enforcement use of facial recognition for three years, several agencies in San Diego will lose access to a database of facial scans on January 1, 2020. Learn more: . More than 30 agencies in San Diego County, Calif. will drop their use of a facial recognition platform on Jan. 1, 2020 after sustained outcry from civil liberties groups in the area. The Tactical Identification System (TACIDS) was launched in 2012 and aimed to give local, state and federal agencies a common database of facial scans, according to ZDNet. Officers could use their phones or tablets to conduct searches and help them identify “uncooperative persons” and people of interest in their cases. People with outstanding warrants were also included in the system. The link for this article located at Security Today is no longer available. . More than 30 organizations across San Diego County, California, have decided to phase out a facial recognition system in order to safeguard personal data security.. facial recognition, law enforcement, data privacy, civil rights, surveillance. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 18, 2019
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