This Week in Security: Linux Flaws, Python Ownage, and a Botnet Shutdown

The ides of security March are upon us — Qualys reports the discovery by their threat research unit of vulnerabilities in the Linux AppArmor system used by SUSE, Debian, Ubuntu, and …read more Continue reading This Week in Security: Linux Flaws, Python Ownage, and a Botnet Shutdown

University College of Dublin staff member due in court over accessing student data

Paul Reynolds provides today’s reminder of the insider threat. This one involves a univeristy in Dublin, Ireland. A UCD staff member is due in court this morning charged in connection with unlawfully accessing student data at the college. The man… Continue reading University College of Dublin staff member due in court over accessing student data

Google slows Android sideloading to trip up scammers

Google’s advanced flow for Android changes how apps from unverified developers are installed, adding steps to reduce scam-driven sideloading. The feature is aimed at experienced users and allows sideloading through a controlled, one-time setup. It addr… Continue reading Google slows Android sideloading to trip up scammers