Linux admins,
Security is about the principle of least privilege. Linux container security is no different. Containers should run with the minimal privileges necessary for them to perform their tasks. Isolating the containerized processes prevents breaches in one container from affecting others. Learn more about these topics, along with container image security and runtime security, in our Linux Container Security Essentials primer.
I'll also share proven strategies for securing your WordPress website.
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Yours in Open Source,
Dave Wreski
LinuxSecurity Founder
Linux Container Security Primer
Agility and scalability are paramount for us Linux security admins, and traditional software deployment methods often fall short in these critical areas. Container technology is a game-changing innovation that has revolutionized how software is deployed, managed, and scaled. It offers many benefits to ensure that applications run consistently regardless of the hosting environment. Safeguarding your digital assets is crucial for protecting sensitive data and preventing unauthorized access, and security concerns remain one of the top roadblocks to container adoption. The most common issues include cybersecurity vulnerabilities in container images, misconfigurations, unauthorized access, and container runtime weaknesses exploited during network security attacks. We take a deep dive into container security by exploring the underlying concepts, reviewing basic container security considerations, understanding popular containerization platforms, and examining security considerations for businesses. Continue reading to learn how containerization is shattering software deployment barriers! |
Best Practices for WordPress Site Security on Linux Webservers
Did you know that 43.1% of websites on the Internet run on WordPress, according to W3Techs? Most WordPress websites run on Linux servers, which makes them prime targets for hackers—these servers experience approximately 90,000 attacks each minute! As the owner or admin of a WordPress website, security should always be your top priority. You must monitor vulnerabilities within WordPress and third-party plugins for potential vulnerabilities and exploits that could result in website defacement, malware infections, data breaches, downtime, and other damaging repercussions. Luckily, there are proven strategies for securing your WordPress website, which we'll discuss here. |
