Snapd Flaw Lets Attackers Gain Root Access On Linux Systems

Ubuntu and some other Linux distributions suffer from a severe privilege escalation vulnerability that could allow a local attacker or a malicious program to obtain root privileges and total control over the targeted system.

Dubbed “Dirty_Sock” and id… Continue reading Snapd Flaw Lets Attackers Gain Root Access On Linux Systems

Microsoft Releases PowerShell Core for Linux as a Snap Package

Microsoft’s love for Linux continues…

Microsoft has released its command-line shell and scripting language PowerShell Core for Linux operating system as a Snap package, making it easier for Linux users to install Microsoft PowerShell on their system…. Continue reading Microsoft Releases PowerShell Core for Linux as a Snap Package