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Essential Tips for Updating & Upgrading Your Linux Distro

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Applying security updates promptly after they are released is critically important for us Linux admins, as this practice helps protect against vulnerabilities that malicious actors could exploit. Failing to update could expose your Linux systems to cyberattacks, data breaches, and other severe security risks.

Using Automated Vulnerability Discovery Tools in Kali Linux to Fortify Your Systems

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As cybersecurity threats become increasingly complex, ensuring an impregnable security posture has never been more essential for Linux administrators and infosec professionals. Staying ahead of vulnerabilities that malicious actors could exploit requires resources like Kali Linux's robust suite of security tools - particularly its automated vulnerability discovery features, which help identify potential security breaches early on.

How To Strengthen Linux Kernel Security with Lockdown Mode and Kernel Self-Protection

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The Linux kernel serves as the heart and soul of our much-loved OS, orchestrating computer and software functions within kernel space to protect user actions in user space from accidental or malicious file changes occurring outside kernel space. While kernel security may seem straightforward at first glance, protecting essential system files is critical and requires robust security features due to potential local and remote attacks.

Switching From Windows to Linux is Easy with Ubuntu Cinnamon

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Are you a Windows user looking to smoothly transition to Linux for its various benefits, including security, stability, and the vibrant community surrounding the much-loved open-source OS? If so, you shouldn't overlook Ubuntu Cinnamon. The distro offers a secure, reliable, and customizable interface that facilitates a seamless transition from Windows.

Automating Security Audits with Lynis on Linux Systems

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System security is a crucial aspect of Linux administration. Securing every aspect of the system can be difficult as soon as we have several software packages, user accounts, and settings. It is, therefore, important to use a script like Lynis to check for potential security flaws and attack surfaces.

How To Upgrade to Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat

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Ubuntu 24.04, "Noble Numbat," was released on April 25. It is Ubuntu's 10th LTS release and contains several performance and security improvements. Ubuntu 23.10, "Mantic Minotaur," released on October 20, 2023, will receive security updates until July 2024. There's still no reason why you shouldn't upgrade to 24.04 now.

How To Improve Linux Kernel Security for Embedded Systems

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Securing the Linux kernel in embedded systems is critically important, as these systems are widely used in various industries, ranging from IoT devices and industrial control systems to automotive and medical devices. Neglecting the security of the Linux kernel can have severe consequences, leading to potential breaches and exploits.

How To Update Signatures on Linux Endpoints with Offline Security Intelligence Update

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Microsoft has announced that Offline Security Intelligence Update is now in Public Preview. According to Microsoft, "Organizations can now update security intelligence (also referred to as “signatures”) on Linux endpoints with limited or no exposure to the internet using a local hosting server. Exercise better control over the download and deployment of signatures on their Linux servers running critical workloads."