Latest headlines from security outlets
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Debian: DSA-5050-1: linux security upda
Several vulnerabilities have been discovered in the Linux kernel that may lead to a privilege escalation, denial of service or information leaks.
Debian LTS: DLA-2873-1: aria2 security upda
In the download utility aria2, --log was leaking HTTP user credentials in local log file. For Debian 9 stretch, this problem has been fixed in version
IPFire Linux Firewall Now Supports exFAT,
IPFire 2.27 Core Update 161 has been released as a new maintenance update to the hardened open-source GNU/Linux distro that primarily performs as a router and …
Debian LTS: DLA-2827-1: bluez security upda
Several vulnerabilities were discovered in BlueZ, the Linux Bluetooth protocol stack. An attacker could cause a denial-of-service (DoS) or leak information.
CronRAT: A New Linux Malware That's Scheduled to Run on February 31st
Researchers have unearthed a new remote access trojan (RAT) for Linux that employs a never-before-seen stealth technique that involves masking its malicious ac…
New Golang-based Linux Malware Targeting eCommerce Websites
Weaknesses in e-commerce portals are being exploited to deploy a Linux backdoor as well as a credit card skimmer that's capable of stealing payment information…
Hackers deploy Linux malware, web skimmer on eCommerce serve
Attackers are deploying a Linux backdoor on compromised e-commerce servers after injecting a credit card skimmer into online shops' websites.
14 New Security Flaws Found in BusyBox Linux Utility for Embedded Devices
Cybersecurity researchers on Tuesday disclosed 14 critical vulnerabilities in the BusyBox Linux utility that could be exploited to result in a denial-of-servic…
Hive ransomware group extends to cloud-based Linux varian
Linux and FreeBSD variants of the Hive ransomware have recently been discovered, demonstrating how threat actors are increasingly targeting other OSes besides …
Debian LTS: DLA-2785-1: linux-4.19 security upda
Several vulnerabilities have been discovered in the Linux kernel that may lead to a privilege escalation, denial of service or information leaks.
RansomEXX ransomware Linux encryptor may damage victims' fil
It has been discovered that the RansomExx ransomware gang does not correctly lock Linux files during encryption, leading to potentially corrupted files.
Debian: DSA-4978-1: linux security upda
Several vulnerabilities have been discovered in the Linux kernel that may lead to a privilege escalation, denial of service or information leaks.
New Go malware Capoae targets WordPress installs, Linux syste
The new Capoae Go malware, which targets WordPress installs and Linux systems, highlights the increase of cyberattacks designed to deploy cryptocurrency-mining…
New Malware Targets Windows Subsystem for Linux to Evade Detection
A number of malicious samples have been created for the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) with the goal of compromising Windows machines, highlighting a sneaky…
Best Linux Backup Solutions to Prevent Data Loss in A Ransomware Atta
Linux ransomware is on the rise , and an attack on your system could result in the loss of critical data and significant downtime - if important files have not…
Top 15 Vulnerabilities Attackers Exploited Millions of Times to Hack Linux Systems
Close to 14 million Linux-based systems are directly exposed to the Internet, making them a lucrative target for an array of real-world attacks that could resu…
Linux version of BlackMatter ransomware targets VMware ESXi serve
The BlackMatter gang has joined the ranks of ransomware operations to develop a Linux encryptor that targets VMware's ESXi virtual machine platform. As more bu…
Debian LTS: DLA-2714-1: linux-4.19 security upda
Several vulnerabilities have been discovered in the Linux kernel that may lead to a privilege escalation, denial of service or information leaks.
Debian: DSA-4941-1: linux security upda
Several vulnerabilities have been discovered in the Linux kernel that may lead to a privilege escalation, denial of service or information leaks.
6 Must-Have Open-Source Tools to Secure Your Linux Serv
Don't want to compromise on the security of your Linux server? Install these six must-have open-source tools to set up an impenetrable network.
Linux version of HelloKitty ransomware targets VMware ESXi serve
''The ransomware gang behind the notorious attack on CD Projekt Red is now using a Linux variant that targets VMware's ESXi virtual machine platform for maximu…
Debian: DSA-4938-1: linuxptp security upda
Miroslav Lichvar reported that the ptp4l program in linuxptp, an implementation of the Precision Time Protocol (PTP), does not validate the messageLength field…
REvil ransomware's new Linux encryptor targets ESXi virtual machin
The REvil ransomware operation is now using a Linux encryptor that targets and encrypts Vmware ESXi virtual machines. By targeting virtual machines this way, R…
13 Important Privacy and Security Settings in Ubuntu Lin
Learn 13 Linux security best practices you can follow to avoid privacy risks and data leaks.