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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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security advisoryuser securityLinux MintUpcoming Enhancements in Linux Mint 22 Impact on Users and Security
The upcoming release of Linux Mint 22 will introduce significant changes, particularly in handling XApp , GNOME applications, and the Software Manager. These changes aim to enhance the overall user experience within the Linux Mint ecosystem, bolster security, and improve compatibility. Let's examine what you have to look forward to in Linux Mint 22 and the implications of these changes for Linux admins and security practitioners. . What Will Be New in Linux Mint 22? What Are the Implications of These Changes? The decision to boost XApp's independence in Linux Mint 22 indicates a shift towards a more collaborative and inclusive approach to application development across various Linux distributions. Another striking announcement is the decision to no longer support applications that rely on libAdwaita, a library designed explicitly for GNOME applications. This bold move signifies a departure from a single-environment focus and emphasizes promoting applications that cater to diverse environments, raising questions about the implications for compatibility and choice within the Linux Mint ecosystem. Furthermore, removing the default GNOME theme, Adwaita, from the list of available themes in Cinnamon 6.2 indicates a deliberate shift away from exclusive GNOME-centric design choices, ultimately aiming to offer a more environment-agnostic experience. The intention to update the Software Manager not to display unverified Flatpaks by default should also be highlighted. This marks a focused effort to enhance user security and awareness of potential risks associated with unverified applications. It reflects a proactive approach to minimizing potential security vulnerabilities and could serve as a valuable example for other distributions emphasizing user safety and security. These changes will enhance user experience and position Linux Mint as an accessible and secure distribution, particularly for beginners. The implications of these changes are multifaceted, particularly for security practitionersand system administrators. The shift towards independence for XApp and the emphasis on compatibility across distributions will likely resonate positively with admins and users, offering a collaborative environment for application development that aligns with open-source principles . However, concerns may arise regarding removing support for libAdwaita, as it raises questions about potential compatibility challenges with GNOME-centric applications, especially when considering existing user preferences. Considering the long-term consequences, removing the default GNOME theme and restricting unverified Flatpaks in the Software Manager exhibit a clear commitment to security and user experience. This proactive approach to security aligns with the needs of infosec professionals and administrators, as it provides a solid footing for ensuring a more secure and reliable software ecosystem within Linux Mint. Our Final Thoughts on the Upcoming Linux Mint 22 Release In this article, we've presented the upcoming changes in Linux Mint 22, focusing on their implications for user experience, application compatibility, and security. These developments will spark the curiosity of Mint users, encouraging critical thinking about the evolving landscape of Linux distributions and their potential impact on their daily operations and security practices. . Explore upcoming changes in Linux Mint 22 affecting user experience and security, including updates to XApp and Software Manager.. upcoming, release, linux, introduce, significant, changes, particularly, handling. . Dave Wreski
May 06, 2024
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account managementuser securityMozilla FirefoxEnhancing Privacy in Firefox With Multi-Account Containers
Browser makers are working hard to build new privacy features that would protect users when surfing the web, and up to this point, Mozilla seems to be one of the innovators when it comes to such capabilities bundled with browsers. . Mozilla has launched a so-called Multi-Account Containers add-on that technically enables Firefox to separate web browsing into containers where users connect to various accounts online. In just a few words, the purpose of this feature is to allow a better online account separation, technically blocking websites from reading each other’s data. Each container comes with its very own storage and cookies, and more importantly, such content can only be read by the website loaded in that container. The link for this article located at Softpedia News is no longer available. . Learn how Mozillas Multi-Account Containers boost Firefox privacy by segregating web data and cookies for enhanced security. Firefox Containers, Multi-Account feature, browser security, web privacy, user data protection. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Feb 13, 2020
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web browseruser securityMozilla FirefoxFirefox 69 Release: Enhanced Tracking Protection By Default For All Users
Are you a Firefox user? Mozilla has finally enabled the "Enhanced Tracking Protection" feature for all of its web browser users worldwide by default with the official launch of Firefox 69 for Windows, Mac, Linux, and Android. Learn more: . The company enabled the "Enhanced Tracking Protection" setting by default for its browser in June this year, but only for new users who downloaded and installed a fresh copy of Firefox. Remaining users were left with options to either enable the feature manually or wait for the company to activate it for all users. Now, the wait is over. The link for this article located at The Hacker News is no longer available. . Upgrade your internet surfing with Firefox 69, which effectively prevents tracking cookies and cryptocurrency miners universally.. Tracking Protection, Firefox Updates, Enhanced Security Features. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Sep 04, 2019
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software updateuser securityprivacy policyGoogle I/O 2023 Showcases Key Privacy Initiatives and Innovations
Google, the search giant which has made its business to make money off our digital habits, is getting serious about privacy. . The company, at its annual Google I/O developers conference yesterday, announced a number of fancy software updates, in addition to unveiling new hardware like Nest Hub Max and cheaper versions of its Pixel smartphone. But it also made it a point to bang the privacy drum repeatedly, stating how these features have been built keeping individuals’ privacy in mind. The link for this article located at TheNextWeb is no longer available. . The company, at its annual Google I/O developers conference yesterday, announced a number of fancy s. google, search, giant, which, business, money, digital, habits, gettin. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
May 08, 2019
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security updateMozillauser securityFirefox's Enhanced Private Browsing Mode Strengthens User Privacy
It was just a few weeks ago that Firefox got a fresh security boost on the eve of its eighth birthday, but this week Mozilla gave users of its popular browser a better way to protect their privacy as well. . "One of the most often-requested features in the private browsing support for Firefox has been the ability to open a private window without closing the entire session," wrote Firefox product manager Asa Dotzler in a Tuesday post on the Future of Firefox blog. The link for this article located at Tech World is no longer available. . Firefox's new private browsing mode enhances user privacy by preventing history storage, blocks third-party tracking, and simplifies privacy settings for secure surfing. Firefox Browser, Private Browsing, Security Features, User Privacy, Mozilla Updates. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 14, 2012
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security practicespassword managementuser securityEnhancing User Security With Multi-Factor Authentication Techniques
They are long, hard to remember (even if you have easier-to-remember phrases), moreso when new, and are largely a difficulty for users to user properly. Combined with the fact that many users choose easy-to-guess or easy-to-ascertain passwords based off of commonly-known facts about themselves and that they will try all of their passwords when told one isn. Passwords are essential to our daily lives because they provide a facet of authentication security The link for this article located at Smart Data Collective is no longer available. . Credentials are crucial for protection, yet complex. Investigate two-step verification to fortify defenses.. User Authentication, Multi-Factor Security, Password Strategies. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Feb 14, 2012
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data protectionencryptionuser securityGmail Default Encryption: Enhanced Privacy For User Searches
Google is extending SSL encryption security to search traffic for all logged-in Gmail users, the company has announced. The key phrase here is 'by default' because it has been possible for Google search users to access encrypted search manually since May of last year using the https://www.google.com/ site. . Over the next week or so users accessing the search site with the extra 's' will have all search queries and results pages encrypted from prying eyes even when using insecure channels. "This is especially important when you're using an unsecured Internet connection, such as a WiFi hotspot in an Internet cafe," said Google, dryly, announcing the upgrade in an official blog. The link for this article located at CSO Online is no longer available. . Over the next week or so users accessing the search site with the extra 's' will have all search que. google, extending, encryption, security, search, traffic, logged-in, gmail, users. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Oct 21, 2011
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open sourceuser permissionsubuntuExploring User Security Settings in Ubuntu Linux Systems
As I have gone through the 30 Days With Ubuntu Linux experience--and especially the past couple days as I have toyed with Wine and trying to get Windows software to run within Ubuntu--I have seen ample evidence of the security features of the OS. Simply put, Ubuntu Linux (and, I assume, Linux in general) is more secure by default.. That may seem blasphemous coming from a devoted Windows user. The reality is what it is, though. Here is what I have seen. First--the OS defaults to a timeout of sorts that requires me to enter my password again to wake the system up if I step away for more than a minute or two. Every time I want to make a change, or install some app from the Ubuntu Software Center, I have to enter my password again to grant permission--a' la the UAC function in Windows. The link for this article located at PC World is no longer available. . Uncover Ubuntu's built-in security functionalities designed to boost safety for users transitioning from Windows.. Ubuntu Security, Default Settings, Open Source Protection, User Permissions, System Timeout. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jun 27, 2011
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