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How To Prevent Fork Bombs on Your Linux Development Servers

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Even though the Linux platform you develop on is considered very secure, it doesn’t mean it’s 100% guaranteed to be safe. Case in point: the fork bomb.

Brittany Day
Mar 31, 2023

How to Install and Set Up Burp Suite on Linux

Get started with web application testing on your Linux computer by installing Burp Suite.

Brittany Day
Mar 26, 2023

Fix: Error Initializing the Supplementary Group Access List

Linux distros are increasingly becoming more and more GUI-based and easier for beginners to use. That said, their real power still lies in the terminal which requires the user to know different commands and syntaxes to be able to use them properly.

Brittany Day
Mar 06, 2023

How To Enable Ubuntu Pro to Gain 10 Years of Security for Your Desktop

Ubuntu Pro gives your desktop Linux operating system 10 years of security updates, so that it can go an entire decade on the same release. Find out how easy it is to enable this feature.

Brittany Day
Mar 06, 2023

How to Install and Configure SELinux on Ubuntu

SELinux is a kernel module that injects additional security-focused functionalities into the Linux kernel. Here's how you can install it on Ubuntu.

Brittany Day
Feb 13, 2023

3 Different Ways to apply Linux Kernel Security Patches

We know that the most effective way to strengthen system security and protect against any cyber threat is to keep our system updated with the latest OS and application software patches. For Linux the kernel upgrades and security patches require a system reboot, hence it is hard to maintain the OS safe. Here we are going to see how to update the Linux kernels, without a reboot.

Brittany Day
Feb 11, 2023

Commands and Setting for Managing User Accounts on Linux

If you’re administering a Linux server, chances are you have a lot of user accounts to manage and, along with these, a lot of files and settings to control. Here are some commands and issues that are important in setting up and managing user accounts and access rights.

Brittany Day
Jan 23, 2023

Harnessing the eBPF Verifier

During my internship at Trail of Bits, I prototyped a harness that improves the testability of the eBPF verifier, simplifying the testing of eBPF programs. My eBPF harness runs in user space, independently of any locally running kernel, and thus opens the door to testing of eBPF programs across different kernel versions.

Brittany Day
Jan 23, 2023

How To Scan for Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerabilities in Websites & Web Apps with Pwn XSS

Pwn XSS is a powerful tool that is commonly used by malicious hackers as well as security professionals today. The term "pwn" comes from "own", as in "to have power or mastery over (someone)." Pwn XSS is an open source cross site scripting vulnerability scanner made in python 3.7. This tool is used to find vulnerabilities in websites and web apps that can be compromised and allow a hacker to exploit for malicious reasons. It can also be used by security professionals to test their own websites to be sure it's free from any cross-site scripting vulnerabilities, as well as cybersecurity students, learning about how cross-site scripting works, why it can be a potential security risk, and ideas for how security and protection against these attacks can be improved.

Brittany Day
Jan 23, 2023

How To Apply Updates Automatically With dnf-automatic In RHEL, AlmaLinux And Rocky Linux

Applying updates regularly should be the top priority in the day-to-day tasks of a System administrator. Running unpatched systems for a long time is quite risky. There are many ways to patch your Linux systems. Today, we will learn how to apply updates automatically with dnf-automatic in RHEL and its clones like AlmaLinux and Rocky Linux.

Brittany Day
Jan 15, 2023

The 4 Best sudo Alternatives for Linux Worth Considering

For those who don't fancy sudo and find it bloated, there are several sudo alternatives you can try instead.

Brittany Day
Jan 15, 2023

How to Install and Set Up ProFTPD With TLS on Ubuntu

ProFTPD is a feature-rich FTP daemon for Linux and Unix-based OSes. Here's how you can set it up on Ubuntu.

Brittany Day
Jan 05, 2023

How To Deploy the Netdata Network and Server Monitor on Linux

If you're looking for a real-time server monitoring tool, Netdata gives you plenty of information with a simple installation.

Brittany Day
Jan 02, 2023

Make Your MySQL Server More Secure With These 7 Steps

How can you make sure your MSQL database is safe from hackers? Take a belt-and-braces approach with this handy checklist.

Brittany Day
Dec 26, 2022

How to Update Flatpak Packages in Linux

I believe almost all Linux users keep their systems updated. But that update is usually for the default package manager. For example, updating Ubuntu often means updating all the APT packages.

Brittany Day
Dec 22, 2022

How to Install and Set Up MariaDB on Ubuntu 22.04

MariaDB, a fork of MySQL, is a popular database widely used by organizations and enterprises online. Here's how you can install it on Ubuntu.

Brittany Day
Dec 14, 2022

5 Simple Tips to Secure Your Linux Server

Linux servers are the backbone of the modern Internet. Today, nearly every website and service that you can access through a web browser runs on a Linux distribution. Here we show you how you can secure your Linux server.

Brittany Day
Nov 27, 2022

31 Linux Commands Every Ubuntu User Should Know

What are the essential Ubuntu commands?I have been asked this question several times by regular readers, and I have tried to avoid answering it.

Brittany Day
Nov 26, 2022

Create a Local Git Repository on Linux with the Help of SSH

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you need to deploy a quick Git repository on a machine within your LAN? Here's what to do.

Brittany Day
Nov 19, 2022

How to Use lsof to Track Down Open Files on Linux

The lsof command lists down open files and network connections on Linux. Here's how you can use it to your advantage.

Brittany Day
Nov 04, 2022

Linux Learn Tips and Tricks - Page 4

Introducing Cutting-edge Security Tools into Your Linux Environment: A 2024 Guide

Essential Tips for Updating & Upgrading Your Linux Distro

Mastering Kernel Security Updates: Essential Strategies and Tools for Linux Admins