IT threat evolution Q2 2024
In this report, Kaspersky researchers explore the most significant attacks of Q2 2024 that used a XZ backdoor, the LockBit builder, ShrinkLocker ransomware, etc. Continue reading IT threat evolution Q2 2024
Category Archives: linux
Rust for Linux Maintainer Steps Down in Frustration With ‘Nontechnical Nonsense’
Efforts to add Rust code to the Linux kernel has suffered a setback as one of the maintainers of the Rust for Linux project has stepped down — citing frustration with “nontechnical nonsense.” The Register: Wedson Almeida Filho, a software engineer at … Continue reading Rust for Linux Maintainer Steps Down in Frustration With ‘Nontechnical Nonsense’
Executing a PHP file after file upload
I am testing a web application and I found a file upload vulnerability where I can upload php files to the server with the ability to know the path.
The issue is that when I go to the file path, the php file (which is my shell) gets downlo… Continue reading Executing a PHP file after file upload
Linux 6.12 To Optionally Display A QR Code During Kernel Panics
New submitter meisdug writes: A new feature has been submitted for inclusion in Linux 6.12, allowing the display of a QR code when a kernel panic occurs using the DRM Panic handler. This QR code can capture detailed error information that is often miss… Continue reading Linux 6.12 To Optionally Display A QR Code During Kernel Panics
Microsoft’s August Security Updates May Prevent Linux to Boot on Dual-Boot Devices
Microsoft is working to fix an issue in its August Patch 2024 Tuesday updates for Windows 11 and Windows 10 that’s impacting Linux boot on dual-boot systems.
The post Microsoft’s August Security Updates May Prevent Linux to Boot on Dual-Boot Devi… Continue reading Microsoft’s August Security Updates May Prevent Linux to Boot on Dual-Boot Devices
Linux Market Share Hits Record High
bobdevine writes: The Linux operating system has reached a notable milestone in desktop market share, according to the latest data from StatCounter. As of July 2024, Linux has achieved a 4.45% market share for desktop operating systems worldwide. While… Continue reading Linux Market Share Hits Record High
PostgreSQL databases under attack
Poorly protected PostgreSQL databases running on Linux machines are being compromised by cryptojacking attackers. The attack – observed by Aqua Security researchers on a honeypot system – starts with the threat actors brute-forcing access c… Continue reading PostgreSQL databases under attack
Exploits and vulnerabilities in Q2 2024
The report contains statistics on vulnerabilities and exploits, with an analysis of interesting vulnerabilities found in Q2 2024. Continue reading Exploits and vulnerabilities in Q2 2024
New Raspberry Pi 5 Model is Just $50
The Raspberry Pi Foundation now offers a Raspberry Pi 5 model with 2 GB of RAM that costs just $50, $10 less than the previous entry-level 4 GB version.
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Base64 encoded payload detection rule on crowdstrike
I am new to threat detection. I was figuring out a way for crowdstrike falcon to block the execution of malicious base64 encoded payloads on a Linux machine.
Wanted to know if a setting prevention policy for “script-based-execution” is abl… Continue reading Base64 encoded payload detection rule on crowdstrike