Linux
Why Windows can’t follow WSL symlinks
By Yarden Shafir Did you know that symbolic links (or symlinks) created through Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) can’t be followed by Windows? I recently encountered this rather frustrating issue as I’ve ...
Linux Vendors Squawk: PATCH NOW — CVSS 9.8 Bootkit Bug in shim.efi
Richi Jennings | | BIOS, CVE-2023-40547, Enterprise Linux and Open Source, Linux, open source, Open Source and Software Supply Chain Risks, open source code, Open Source Community, open source components, open source development, Open Source Ecosystem, SB Blogwatch, secure boot, shim, UEFI, UEFI Failing, UEFI vulnerabilities
Snow joke: A Microsoft researcher found it—and it’s somehow Microsoft’s fault ...
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Securing open-source infrastructure with OSTIF
The Open Source Technology Improvement Fund (OSTIF) counters an often overlooked challenge in the open-source world: the same software projects that uphold today’s internet infrastructure are reliant on, in OSTIF’s words, a ...
Mastering the ‘cd’ Command: Tips and Tricks for Efficient Directory Navigation
CyB3rBEA$T | | bash, CD, Change Directory, Directory Navigation, Linux, Shell Script, Tips and Tricks
Navigating through directories is a fundamental aspect of working in a command-line interface, and the ‘cd’ command plays a crucial role in this process. In this blog post, we’ll explore various tips ...
Mastering the Linux CLI: Unleashing the Power of Commands
In the ever-evolving landscape of operating systems, Linux stands out as a robust and versatile solution that has captured the hearts of developers and administrators alike. Born from the vision of Linus ...
New Windows/Linux Firmware Attack
Interesting attack based on malicious pre-OS logo images: LogoFAIL is a constellation of two dozen newly discovered vulnerabilities that have lurked for years, if not decades, in Unified Extensible Firmware Interfaces responsible ...
Navigating Linux Cybersecurity Complexities
Nik Hewitt | | advice, application protection, Best Practices, Cybersecurity, lateral movement, Linux, microsegmentation, next gen security, Platform News, security, Supply Chain Attacks, zero trust
Linux cybersecurity is not without its pitfalls, but help is at hand The widespread use and open-source nature of Linux have made it a cornerstone of enterprise IT infrastructure. However, this popularity ...
Avoiding Common Linux Configuration Mistakes that Lead to Security Vulnerabilities
Rohan Timalsina | | AlmaLinux, Linux, Linux configuration mistakes, Security Vulnerabilities, Vulnerabilities
The robust security features of Linux make it the preferable choice for many enterprises. However, like any other operating system, security vulnerabilities can occur in Linux due to misconfigurations. These vulnerabilities may ...
GNOME Libcue Flaw is a Risk to Linux Systems
A flaw in a relatively obscure component of the popular GNOME desktop environment for Linux could allow bad actors to gain control of the system if exploited ...
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Broken ARM: Mali Malware Pwns Phones
Richi Jennings | | android, ARM, CVE-2023-33200, CVE-2023-34970, CVE-2023-4211, GPU, hardware supply chain, Linux, Mali, open source software supply chain, SB Blogwatch, software supply chain, software supply chain risk, Software Supply Chain risks, software supply chain security, Software Supply Chain Security Risks
Exploited in the wild: Yet more use-after-free vulns in Arm’s Mali GPU driver ...
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