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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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security trendscontainer managementcloud-native2023 Container Market Outlook: Examining Security Hurdles and Skill Needs
Containers have become increasingly popular in recent years, they can be spun up quickly and offer developers the opportunity to deliver projects faster as well as gains in agility, portability and improved lifecycle management. . Here are what some industry experts think we'll see happening in the container market in 2023. Shira Shamban, CEO and co-founder of Solvo , believes securing containers will need an identity-centric approach. "Along with seeing a data-centric approach to security emerge, we will also see an identity-centric model grow. In previous years, when infrastructures were entirely on-premises, the network used to be the security perimeter. However, in today's cloud-native era and with the growth of APIs, it's necessary to have strong Identity and Access Management practices throughout the organization, creating a unique identity not only for each individual employee but also for the specific cloud components, such as containers, serverless functions and data resources. Maintaining a least-privileged state at scale will be increasingly important." . Analysts anticipate shifts in the container marketplace for 2023, focusing on emerging security patterns and essential competencies.. Container Management, Cloud-Native Security, Identity-Centric Security, Agile Development. . Brittany Day
Jan 02, 2023
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Cloud Security
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security trendsdevelopmentopen sourceLinux and Open Source Security Priorities and Focus Areas for 2022
Linux and open-source software will be hotter than ever, but the real changes will be in how they're secured. . Linux is everywhere. It's what all the clouds, even Microsoft Azure, run . It's what makes all 500 of the Top 500 supercomputers work . Heck, even desktop Linux is growing if you can believe Pornhub, which claims Linux users grew by 28% , while Windows users declined by 3%. Open-source software is also growing by leaps and bounds. According to Gartner's 2021 Hype Cycle for Open-Source Software (OSS) : "Through 2025, more than 70% of enterprises will increase their IT spending on OSS, compared with their current IT spending. Plus, by 2025, software as a service (SaaS) will become the preferred consumption model for OSS due to its ability to deliver better operational simplicity, security, and scalability." . In 2022, the significance of Linux expanded within cloud computing, as there was an increased emphasis on securing open-source platforms.. Linux Security, Open Source Trends, Cloud Computing Security, Developer Insights. . Brittany Day
Dec 28, 2021
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security trendsopen sourceopen source trendsSurvey Insights on Open Source Developer Motivations and Security Trends
A new survey conducted by The Linux Foundation 'sOpen Source Security Foundation (OSSF) and the Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard (LISH) reveals that while open-source jobs are in high demand and the pay is great, it's not money that drives programmers to work on Open Source, but the love of solving problems and creation. The survey also reveals a worrisome trend: security is being neglected in open-source development. . The myth of the open-source developer is they're unemployed young men coding away in basements. The truth is different. The Linux Foundation 'sOpen Source Security Foundation (OSSF) and the Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard (LISH) new survey, Report on the 2020 FOSS Contributor Survey, found a significant number of women developers, with the plurality of programmers in their 30s, and the majority are working full-time jobs with an annual average pay rate of $123,000 . Of those surveyed, over half surveyed reported they receive payment for free and open-source software (FOSS) contributions -- from either their employer or a third party. More than half of those surveyed, 51.65%, are specifically paid to develop open-source programs. That said, while open-source jobs are in high demand and the pay is great, it's not money that brings programmers to open-source. Indeed, even those people paid for working on a FOSS project also contributed to other open-source programs without being compensated. . Uncover findings from a recent study that illuminate the driving forces behind open-source contributors, highlighting factors that extend beyond mere financial compensation.. Open Source Developers,FOSS Contribution Trends,Employment in Technology,Security in Open Source,Developer Demographics. . Brittany Day
Dec 10, 2020
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data protectionencryptionsecurity trendsPredicting Future Encryption Technologies And Their Business Impact
As enterprise infrastructure and advancements in technology grow businesses, encryption capabilities are accelerating to keep up. Yet, knowing which new technologies are going to take off is extremely difficult. . To find out what’s coming — and how the new encryption methods will change the business industry — I asked a panel of entrepreneurs from YEC the following question: What do you predict will be the next big step for encryption technologies? How will this change impact the industry or consumers? The link for this article located at TheNextWeb is no longer available. . Explore innovative cryptographic techniques poised to revolutionize corporate systems in the years ahead.. Future Encryption, Business Advancements, Security Trends. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
May 03, 2019
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Cryptography
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social engineeringhackingsecurity trendsExploring 2018's Most Intriguing Hacks And Hacker Psychologies
Each year a few hackers do something new that begs further examination. The general public and Hollywood paints most hackers as these uber-smart people who can take control of entire city’s infrastructure and crack any password in seconds.. The reality is that most hackers are fairly average people with average intelligence. Most don’t do anything new. They just repeat the same things that have worked for years, if not decades, using someone else’s tool based on someone else’s hack from many years ago. The link for this article located at CSO Online is no longer available. . The high-profile cyber hacks of 2018 exposed vulnerabilities in organizations, revealing techniques like social engineering and outdated security measures.. Hacker Insights, Cyber Attacks 2018, Security Trends, Hacking Behaviors. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 27, 2018
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cyber threatssecurity trendsindustry insightsExploring Hack Types Across Industries: Insights From Hacker Report
Hacks, breaches and security intrusions are in the headlines on a day-to-day basis, but these hacks aren’t all created equal. According to new analysis from HackerOne, the kind of intrusion differs by industry and breach type.. The Hacker-Powered Security Report 2018 compiled comprehensive analysis on the hacker-powered security environment, including a deep dive into different types of hacks across a wide variety of industries. The report also looked at the prevalence of each attack and found that cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities were the most common across every industry. The link for this article located at InfoSecurity is no longer available. . The Hacker-Powered Security Report 2018 highlights the changing cybersecurity landscape, emphasizing the need for proactive strategies against breaches, DDoS, and more. Hack Trends, Cyber Threat Analysis, Hacker-Powered Security Insights. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jul 12, 2018
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threat analysisdata breachsecurity trendsUnderstanding Data Breaches and System Compromise Risks
Lately, stories of stolen data, compromised systems, and vulnerabilities that send us scrambling to patch, headline the news. It seems that we have been taking two steps forward and one step back when it comes to fighting the battle to protect our systems and networks.. Exactly how bad is it and what does the future hold? I am a big fan of metrics, so I did some digging on the data that exists and what it can tell us. I started with looking at CVEs and what that trend looks like over time. I used the CVE data from a site I like called cvedetails.com. All data here comes from the National Vulnerability Database (NVD).. The rise in data breaches, now averaging over $4 million in costs, demands enhanced cybersecurity. With sophisticated threats and remote work challenges, firms must adapt their defenses.. Data Breach Trends,System Security Analysis,Vulnerability Metrics. . Brittany Day
May 05, 2018
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Network Security
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cybersecuritysecurity trendsransomware40% Of CryptoLocker Victims Choose To Pay Ransom After Attack
Around two in five people who fall victim to CryptoLocker have agreed to pay a ransom of around . Researchers from the University of Kent quizzed a total of 48 people who had been affected by CryptoLocker. Of the sample, 17 said they paid the ransom and 31 said they did not. The link for this article located at The Register UK is no longer available. . A study involving 72 participants impacted by WannaCry shed light on the behavior surrounding ransom demands.. CryptoLocker Ransomware, Ransom Payment Trends, Security Attitudes. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Feb 28, 2014
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