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AppArmor Switches To SHA256 Policy Hashes In Linux 6.8

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An important change has been made in the AppArmor Linux kernel security module. The change involves switching from using the insecure SHA1 algorithm to the more secure SHA256 algorithm for AppArmor policy hashes.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jan 19, 2024

Tsurugi Linux: A Game-Changing DFIR Analysis Tool

Tsurugi Linux is a free and open-source distribution crafted specifically for digital forensics and Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) investigations. Tsurugi Linux offers a user-friendly experience with a logical forensic analysis menu sequence, allowing users to navigate the various stages of an investigation easily.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jan 16, 2024

Analysis of the KVM Changes in Linux 6.8: Enhancements and Implications for Security Practitioners

Notable virtualization changes and enhancements have been integrated into the Linux kernel 6.8 . Significant features include enhanced support for confidential VMs, software-protected VMs, and improvements for specific architectures like x86 and ARM. These changes offer intriguing possibilities for Linux admins, infosec professionals, Internet security enthusiasts, and sysadmins but also raise important considerations for security and long-term consequences. Let's have a look at these changes and their implications for the security of your Linux systems.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jan 14, 2024

A Comprehensive Guide to Mobile Terminal Emulation with Termux

The boundaries between desktop and mobile computing continue to blur in the ever-evolving technology landscape. Termux is a powerful terminal for Android that allows users to access the full capabilities of a Linux distribution from their mobile device.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jan 13, 2024

OpenSSH Plans to Remove Support for DSA Keys: What You Need to Know

OpenSSH will remove DSA keys from its support in the near future. Let's examine the OpenSSH team's reasoning for making this change, the process, and the proposed timeline.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jan 11, 2024

Linux Kernel 4.13 Revolutionizes Thunderbolt Security and Device Integration

The launch of Linux Kernel 4.13 has brought significant advancements in Thunderbolt security and device integration. This article explores the key features of the new kernel version and their implications for Linux admins, infosec professionals, internet security enthusiasts, and sysadmins.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jan 03, 2024

Impact of Debian 10 EOL on Security and Compliance

Debian 10, known as “Buster,” was first released on July 6, 2019, and has earned the reputation of being a reliable Linux distribution for individuals and businesses alike. However, the security support for this version of Debian is ending, with Debian 10 reaching its End of Life (EOL) on June 30, 2023.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 29, 2023

OpenSSH 9.6 Arrives: Patching Up and Powering Up

In the world of open source, there are few names as synonymous with security than OpenSSH. The latest version of the software—version 9.6—has been released, bringing major improvements to the platform.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 28, 2023

Understanding QEMU’s Role in Linux System Emulation Security

QEMU plays a significant role in Linux system emulation by providing users with features like isolation of guest and host systems, device emulation security, memory management, and sandboxing. The article emphasizes QEMU's ability to "prevent potential security flaws or exploits in the guest system from affecting the host system" through its isolation feature, a crucial aspect for information security pros.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 22, 2023

Qubes OS 4.2.0 Rolls Out with Dom0 Rebased to Fedora 37

Qubes OS is an open-source project that can be run as a desktop, server, or appliance. It's designed to be secure, but it also allows you to use it however you'd like.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 19, 2023

RISC-V is Creating a ‘Linux Movement’ in Hardware

RISC-V, an open-standard instruction set architecture (ISA) designed to be license-free and royalty-free, is creating a new Linux movement in the hardware industry. The goal of the project is to create a single standard for processors and other chips that can be used across different devices, which will make it easier for developers to work on multiple platforms without having to learn new languages.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 18, 2023

Python 2 EOL: Coping with Legacy System Challenges

The Python 2 EOL is coming and will have some serious implications for legacy systems.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 17, 2023

Debian 12.3 Delayed Due To An EXT4 Data Corruption Bug Being Addressed

The Debian project has announced that it is delaying the release of its next version, Debian 123. This delay is because developers are working on fixing a bug that causes EXT4 file systems to become corrupt.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 10, 2023

Linux Is Getting Its Own Blue Screen of Death with a New systemd Update

The Linux Blue Screen of Death is a new feature that gives users a taste of the dreaded Windows feature.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Dec 08, 2023

Exploring OpenSSL 3.2: New Features including TCP Fast Open and Argon2 KDF

The open source project OpenSSL has released version 3.2, which includes support for TCP Fast Open on Linux, new Argon2 password hashing algorithm, and other improvements.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Nov 27, 2023

Python’s New Security Developer Has Plans to Secure the Language

Python is a popular programming language in the open-source community, but it's been plagued by security issues in recent years.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Nov 26, 2023

Linux 6.7 Introduces "make hardening.config" To Help Build A Hardened Kernel

The hardening updates for the Linux 6.7 kernel bring a new hardening configuration profile to help build a security-hardened kernel with some sane defaults.