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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
Vendors/Productssecurity breach linux
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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communication securitydigital privacyuser trustExamining NSA's Influence on Skype Communication Trust Issues
In July 2012, responding to allegations that the video-chat service Skype -- owned by Microsoft -- was changing its protocols to make it possible for the government to eavesdrop on users, Corporate Vice President Mark Gillett took to the company's blog to deny it.. Turns out that wasn't quite true. Or at least he -- or the company's lawyers -- carefully crafted a statement that could be defended as true while completely deceiving the reader. You see, Skype wasn't changing its protocols to make it possible for the government to eavesdrop on users, because the government was already able to eavesdrop on users. The link for this article located at CNN Security is no longer available. . Turns out that wasn't quite true. Or at least he -- or the company's lawyers -- carefully crafted a . responding, allegations, video-chat, service, skype, owned, microsoft. . Dave Wreski
Aug 01, 2013
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malicious codeIT securitycyber risksDatamonitor Report Reveals Complacency in IT Security Among Companies
A new report issued by Datamonitor found that although 69 percent of companies do not feel that they are at risk of being the victim of a specific and targeted attack, more than 77 percent reported that they had fallen victim to a worm or a virus. Only 18 percent of those surveyed reported no security breach at all.. . .. A new report issued by Datamonitor found that although 69 percent of companies do not feel that they are at risk of being the victim of a specific and targeted attack, more than 77 percent reported that they had fallen victim to a worm or a virus. Only 18 percent of those surveyed reported no security breach at all. The report, which was commissioned by software giant Computer Associates, surveyed 55 global companies across all industry sectors, to examine the frequency and impact of various types of attacks, including malicious code. "There's a real element of complacency at present," said Simon Perry, vice president of security strategy at Computer Associates. "Businesses feel that attacks are someone else's problem, and therefore if they're not a specific target for hackers, they'll be OK." However, Perry went on to point out that many businesses are suffering "collateral damage," being affected indiscriminately by viruses and worms that have no particular target in mind. The link for this article located at ElectronicNews.net is no longer available. . An emerging study underscores indifference in digital safety, demonstrating how numerous organizations miscalculate online threats even in light of incidents.. IT Security Complacency, Cyber Risks, Company Breaches, Malicious Code. . Anthony Pell
Dec 16, 2003
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cyber crimecorporate securitydata privacyFBI Survey Reveals Reporting Gaps Amid Rising Cyber Attacks
An FBI survey reveals that computer hackers have attacked most large corporations and government agencies; more often and more frequently they do not inform authorities of the breaches The survey released Sunday discovered about 90 percent of respondents detected computer security breaches in the past year but only 34 percent reported those attacks to authorities. . . .. An FBI survey reveals that computer hackers have attacked most large corporations and government agencies; more often and more frequently they do not inform authorities of the breaches The survey released Sunday discovered about 90 percent of respondents detected computer security breaches in the past year but only 34 percent reported those attacks to authorities. According to the survey, many respondents cited the fear of bad publicity about computer security. "There is much more illegal and unauthorized activity going on in cyberspace than corporations admit to their clients, stockholders and business partners or report to law enforcement," Patrice Rapalus, director of the Computer Security Institute told AP. The Computer Security Institute conducted the survey with the FBI's San Francisco computer crime squad. According to AP, he seventh annual survey polled a total of 503 American corporations, government agencies, financial and medical institutions and universities. The names of the organizations polled were not released. Overall, the survey revealed that there were more computer crimes than in last year's survey. But fewer victims reported crimes to police than in 2001, reversing a trend from earlier surveys. The link for this article located at Cosmiverse is no longer available. . New study reveals a surge in cyber intrusions targeting businesses and public institutions, emphasizing the need for improved transparency.. FBI Cybercrime Survey, Hacking Increase Report, Corporate Security Breaches, Incident Reporting Trends. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Apr 10, 2002
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malware impactsoftware liabilitycybersecurity risksExamining Liability For Software Companies In Security Breaches
Should software companies be more liable for problems caused when software breaks or some malicious outsider breaks it? The National Academy of Sciences, in a security paper released last month, says yes. But I'm not sure our nation's supposedly brightest minds have really thought this out.. . .. Should software companies be more liable for problems caused when software breaks or some malicious outsider breaks it? The National Academy of Sciences, in a security paper released last month, says yes. But I'm not sure our nation's supposedly brightest minds have really thought this out. First, let me make one thing very clear: I don't understand why I have to buy antivirus and security software. Not that I hold anything against the companies that make those products; actually, I think McAfee and--especially--Norton do a pretty good job. BUT IF ALL this software does is protect me against vulnerabilities in Microsoft's operating systems, technologies, and applications, why doesn't Microsoft just give me the protection for free? Or perhaps as a subscription (I know readers hate the word) that includes operating system updates and upgrades as well? The link for this article located at ZDNet is no longer available. . The accountability of software firms for data breaches is critical. These organizations must protect user information and may face legal actions for negligence if they fail.. Software Liability,Cybersecurity Risks,Security Breach,Malware Impact. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Feb 05, 2002
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denial of serviceintrusion detectionsecurity strategiesCombatting Cyber Threats With Innovative Defense Strategies
With the rapid increase in security breaches leaving law enforcement struggling to keep up, some organizations are taking the law into their own hands and punishing hackers themselves. Striking back at hackers with, for example, denial of service attacks is a . . . . With the rapid increase in security breaches leaving law enforcement struggling to keep up, some organizations are taking the law into their own hands and punishing hackers themselves. Striking back at hackers with, for example, denial of service attacks is a sensitive subject, since doing so is illegal in most countries. However, security experts say the U.S. Department of Defense has used these methods. In addition, private companies use special firewalls and other counteroffensive software that can be set to automatically strike back at hackers, according to U.K. Internet security consultant and ex-hacker Mathew Bevan, among others. Hack attacks are clearly on the increase, and so are companies that specialize in tracking down the hackers. "There's a spectrum of things that we do," said Bob Ayers, U.K. vice president of Para-Protect Ltd., headquartered in the U.S. The company uses an intrusion detection device with which it keeps tabs on a customer's IT system. Ayers, a former U.S. military intelligence officer, described some of the actions companies can take when they discover an intrusion: "Disabling an account. Terminating the network link. We can go to the ISP and ask them to step in and take action." The link for this article located at IDG is no longer available. . With the rapid increase in security breaches leaving law enforcement struggling to keep up, some org. rapid, increase, security, breaches, leaving, enforcement, struggling. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jun 19, 2001
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firewallcybersecurityinternet threatsSMEs' Network Threats: Managing Security for Internet Safety
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) doing business on the Internet and via e-mail open themselves to breaches of their network security. A recent report by the Gartner Group states that by 2003, 50 percent of SMEs who manage their network security themselves and use the Internet will experience Internet attacks.. . .. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) doing business on the Internet and via e-mail open themselves to breaches of their network security. A recent report by the Gartner Group states that by 2003, 50 percent of SMEs who manage their network security themselves and use the Internet will experience Internet attacks. Furthermore, more than 60 percent will not even know their system has been intruded. Besides an effective firewall configuration to protect enterprises, virus scanning of incoming email is a critical security control, the report states. The link for this article located at IT Web is no longer available. . Explore the risks SMEs encounter in handling their own network security, particularly against internet threats and attacks.. Network Security Threats, SMEs Cyber Risks, Firewall Best Practices. . Anthony Pell
Jul 10, 2000
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