Search
Items tagged with: security
Want better security on your Linux machine? Here are nine easy ways to lock it down! 🔒 🐧
https://itsfoss.com/improve-security-linux/
9 Things I Do to Improve My Linux Computer's Security
Want to know some quick but effective methods to keep your Linux system safe? Here are some great tips for you!Community (It's FOSS)
NVIDIA detail new GPU driver vulnerabilities in their October 2024 Security Bulletin https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/10/nvidia-detail-new-gpu-driver-vulnerabilities-in-their-october-2024-security-bulletin/
NVIDIA detail new GPU driver vulnerabilities in their October 2024 Security Bulletin
NVIDIA have released a security bulletin to detail new security issues, so it's time to update your GPU driver once again.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
Major flaw found in CUPS - time to run Linux system updates https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/09/major-flaw-found-in-cups-time-to-run-linux-system-updates/
Major flaw found in CUPS - time to run Linux system updates
Yesterday details went public about a major security issue that was found in CUPS, the open source printing system.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
If I haven't said that often enough:
Do NOT use Google Chrome.
I'd make that flashing and blinking if I could.
If you need another reason (beyond #privacy, #security, and #tracking):
About Google Chrome's "This extension may soon no longer be supported"
This is the community-maintained issue tracker for uBlock Origin - uBlockOrigin/uBlock-issuesGitHub
Kaspersky release a free Virus Removal Tool for Linux https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/06/kaspersky-release-a-free-virus-removal-tool-for-linux/
Kaspersky release a free Virus Removal Tool for Linux
Well, this is interesting. Kaspersky have released KVRT (Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool), which is free to use to scan your systems for issues.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
NVIDIA disclose new driver security issues - Feb 28 https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/02/nvidia-disclose-new-driver-security-issues-feb-28/
NVIDIA disclose new driver security issues - Feb 28
NVIDIA has revealed new GPU driver security issues in their latest bulletin, so here's what you need to know if you're using an NVIDIA GPU on Linux.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
Mastodon Has A Serious SPAM Problem
"Over the past week or so there has been a serious spam problem hitting mastodon and rest of the fediverse especially misskey over on the japanese side of things and the story behind it is absolutely wild."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KCwq9e-H5M
#Mastodon #Fediverse #Lemmy #spam #skid #scriptKiddies #DoS #security #openSocialNetworking #misskey #BrodieRobertson #YouTube
PS: if you like Brodie's content, he can also be found on Mastodon: @BrodieOnLinux
Mastodon Has A Serious SPAM Problem
Over the past week or so there has been a serious spam problem hitting mastodon and rest of the fediverse especially misskey over on the japanese side of thi...YouTube
X.Org and Xwayland get new releases due to security issues https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/01/xorg-and-xwayland-get-new-releases-due-to-security-issues/
#Linux #Security #FOSS #OpenSource
X.Org and Xwayland get new releases due to security issues
Here's another reminder that checking regularly for updates it's always a good thing, because there's new releases available for both the X.Org X and Xwayland due to multiple reported security issues.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
To users worried about the recently published #security issues: the ownCloud (now Kiteworks) problems do not affect Nextcloud.
We have strict security rules around not shipping test data from libraries to avoid such risks. Find out more in our statement.
https://nextcloud.com/blog/security-statement/
Security statement on ownCloud breach - Nextcloud
The serious security flaws in ownCloud do NOT affect Nextcloud. We have strict security processes in place, and do not ship test data from libraries that can cause security breaches.Jos Poortvliet (Nextcloud)
Celebrating the Beauty of Open Source!
@techlore shares their experience at #NextcloudConf with a glowing review of the Nextcloud community.
Thanks for joining us Henry!
#dataownership #FOSS #privacy #security
Nextcloud 2023 Conference: Celebrating the Beauty of Open Source.
Nextcloud's 2023 conference bringing together open source contributors from all around the world to talk about data ownership, FOSS, privacy, security, Nextc...YouTube
Microsoft comes under blistering criticism for “grossly irresponsible” security
Azure looks like a house of cards collapsing under the weight of exploits and vulnerabilities.Ars Technica
Sp basically @ubuntu #Canonical failed to provide the main benefit of their #SingleVendor / #SingleProvider #Solution aka. #Snap & #Snapcraft:
BEWARE of a most likely MALICIOUS Liblast "fork":
https://codeberg.org/pigeon54353/Libre-blast
This person has faked "evidence" to support a ridiculous claim about Liblast (which is verifiably false).
The person has also created fake issue tickets and tried to pull developer's attention to a supposed vulnerability (which makes no sense either and had no substance provided).
Don't let this person deceive you. We don't know what their agenda is yet, but they are certainly malicious.
- unfa
Libre-blast
LIBRE-blast is a Libre Multiplayer FPS Game built with Godot 4 engine and a fully open-source toolchain. Libre-Blast is not owned and will not be owned by any company.Codeberg.org
Fuck it. #YOLO
#Bluesky continues to be entirely non-responsive to the numerous security vulnerabilities I've reported to them, so I spent the evening writing up a nice README and a framework with exploit modules, and just made it all public.
Have fun.
https://github.com/qwell/bsky-exploits
GitHub - qwell/bsky-exploits
Contribute to qwell/bsky-exploits development by creating an account on GitHub.GitHub
AI Stirs Up More Privacy Issues on Zoom - SR146
Your next Zoom meeting could be used to train AI, India is pushing ahead with their revised data privacy bill, several alarming vulnerabilities in popular CPUs and more!
Welcome to the Surveillance Report - featuring Techlore & The New Oil to keep you updated on the newest security & privacy news.
❤️ Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/surveillancepod
💛 Support us on Liberapay: https://liberapay.com/surveillancereport
🪙 Monero: 46iGe5D49rpgH4dde32rmyWifMjw5sHy7V2mD9sXGDJgSWmAwQvuAuoD9KcLFKYFsLGLpzXQs1eABRShm1RZRnSy6HgbhQD
Sources: https://sr.url.lol/sources
00:00 Introduction
00:23 Support us!
01:25 Highlight Story (Zoom)
03:36 Data Breaches
07:02 Companies
08:45 Research
13:56 Politics
24:00 FOSS
29:57 Support us!
Main Sites
Surveillance Report: https://www.surveillancereport.tech/
Odysee: https://odysee.com/@surveillancereport:2
YouTube: https://youtube.com/surveillancereport
Techlore Website: https://techlore.tech
The New Oil Website: https://thenewoil.org/
#privacy #security #news
Surveillance Report | creating weekly privacy & security news. | Patreon
Become a patron of Surveillance Report today: Read posts by Surveillance Report and get access to exclusive content and experiences on the world’s largest membership platform for artists and creators.Patreon
Downfall is a new 'severe' flaw in Intel CPUs, while AMD deal with INCEPTION
Uh oh! Another rather serious security flaw has been found in Intel CPUs named Downfall, so here's a bit of info on it. Additionally, AMD are also dealing with INCEPTION.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
Are your Google Docs safe from AI training?
With AI continuing its slow rise to prominence, consumers are concerned their personal content is being used to train Google's generative service.Jack Wallen (ZDNET)
#security #infosec
File Drop enables your customers, partners or anyone outside your organization to upload files to a secure cloud folder.
It’s easy to share, stays on your server and is in your control the whole time.
https://nextcloud.com/blog/file-drop-convenient-and-secure-file-exchange-for-enterprises/
File Drop - Convenient and secure file exchange for Enterprises - Nextcloud
Looking for a reliable and secure file upload & share solution? Nextcloud File Drop lets you safely upload & transfer files with confidence!Mikaela Schneider (Nextcloud)
Google's new .zip and .mov domains are a security incident waiting to happen
Now they accept an investment by Sony for their propr. AI engine to be included in the next Pi. Which "only sends metadata to the cloud".
Here's a fine list of alternatives to that now-garbage company:
- https://pine64.com/
- https://beagleboard.org/
- http://www.orangepi.org/
- https://www.banana-pi.org/
- https://www.hardkernel.com/
- https://www.friendlyelec.com/
- https://www.olimex.com/
#Privacy #Security
PINE64 Store - Main Page
The main purpose of Pine Store creation is servicing PINE64 community.PINE Store
Visit our #privacy & #security resources to view them all: https://techlore.tech/resources
Techlore: Spreading Privacy To The Masses
Privacy & security resources to keep you safe.techlore.tech
We just published the main highlights to get you all briefed on Mullvad Browser, how it compares to other options, and what to expect: https://youtu.be/tsrt1elZ9FE
Mullvad Released a Browser, and It ROCKS!!
Mullvad Browser is here, by Mullvad & Tor! Let's talk about it, who it's for, how it compares to Firefox, hardened Firefox, arkenfox, Tor, and a lot more.Our...YouTube
NVIDIA release details of security issues and release new drivers
NVIDIA issued a new Security Bulletin, to advise you to update your GPU drivers due to multiple security issues discovered.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
IMO Telegram should be treated like Facebook: if you're registered there, don't leave any details, configure all chats to self-delete (especially non-private ones), and FFS do not use it for group chats, whether they're open or closed, as they're not encrypted at all.
#Telegram #Privacy #Security #UkraineRussiaWar #InfoSec #Encryption #Messenger
The Kremlin Has Entered the Chat
Russian antiwar activists placed their faith in Telegram, a supposedly secure messaging app. How does Putin’s regime seem to know their every move?Darren Loucaides (WIRED)
@hen will be going live in about 5 hours - 6PM Pacific Time to talk about #privacy , #security and other questions people have for data privacy day 😎
Techlore Privacy Q&A!
Techlore January, 2023 Privacy Day Q&A to answer all your privacy & security questions for the ~hour!🔐 Our Website: https://techlore.tech✉️ Techlore Dispatc...YouTube
There've been quite a few #fedisearch issues recently, but the common thread is that there's usually a gap in reporting - they're often live for weeks before people are made aware.
It's not just people's pet projects either, there are other #scrapers active, quietly consuming posts
So, I built a bot to detect and out them so that fedi admins can block as necessary
https://www.bentasker.co.uk/posts/blog/security/autodetecting-and-outing-mastodon-scrapers-with-scrapersnitchbot.html
#infosec #security
Creating A Log-Analysis System To Autodetect and Announce Mastodon Scr
I decided to build a scraper bot detection system to run against my mastodon instance, it uses behavioural scoring to fimd scrapers and then toots details to help other instance admins protect their uwww.bentasker.co.uk
For those who need a formal, guided approach for their #privacy & #security journey, I'll be working with them individually to help reach their goals - big or small. I've worked with business execs, public figures, & privacy enthusiasts via the program, and it's a blast to see the progress people make in such a short time!
If interested, the form to apply is here: https://cryptpad.fr/form/#/2/form/view/I+FS9RwrXHIDgiD73lLaKQeM6zJTBrGrb6Hi-bN4pWo/
NVIDIA puts out Security Bulletin for various driver issues
NVIDIA today put out an official Security Bulletin, noting multiple flaws found in their Windows and Linux drivers.Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/let-s-encrypt-issued-over-3-billion-certificates-securing-309m-sites-for-free/
#security #ssl #tls #letsencrypt
Let’s Encrypt issued over 3 billion certificates, securing 309M sites for free
Internet Security Research Group (ISRG), the nonprofit behind Let's Encrypt, says the open certificate authority (CA) has issued its three billionth certificate this year.Sergiu Gatlan (BleepingComputer)
But, like most tech, things need to be updated:
Go Incognito v2 is officially a project I will be developing, and all premium v1 peeps will be grandfathered into v2 and any future iterations.
Join now: https://techlore.tech/goincognito
Techlore: Spreading Privacy To The Masses
Home of Go Incognito - A Guide to Security, Privacy, & Anonymitytechlore.tech
Please update!
https://github.com/Chocobozzz/PeerTube
GitHub - Chocobozzz/PeerTube: ActivityPub-federated video streaming platform using P2P directly in your web browser
ActivityPub-federated video streaming platform using P2P directly in your web browser - GitHub - Chocobozzz/PeerTube: ActivityPub-federated video streaming platform using P2P directly in your web b...GitHub
Not very European, not very secure...👎
#fail #security #Privacy #PrivacyShield
We Interview Kee Jefferys of Session, the Private & Encrypted Messenger app! 😀
+ Our tips, tricks & app pics!
@session_app@twitter.com @JefferysKee@twitter.com
#Linux #OpenSource #technews #security
#privacy
http://youtu.be/c0cPPG3fSt0
297: Interviewing Kee Jefferys of Session, Private & Encrypted Messenger
On this week's episode of Destination Linux, Kee Jefferys is joining us for an interview about, the encrypted messenger app, Session to talk about how it hel...YouTube
#drawing #comic #geek #government #privacy #security
https://nextcloud.com/blog/german-government-supports-authentication-with-identity-card-in-nextcloud/
German government supports authentication with identity card in Nextcloud – Nextcloud
Nextcloud is the most deployed on-premises file share and collaboration platform. Access & collaborate across your devices. Your data remains under your control.Nextcloud
Blog post: https://dylanvanassche.be/blog/2022/pinephone-modem-upgrade/
Demo: https://tube.tchncs.de/w/mcRPZ5LYCcz6BvRu3nfYKq
#linux #mobile #security #upgrade #postmarketOS #fwupd #modemmanager
Dylan Van Assche
Upgrading your PinePhone modem easilyMy portfolio website with a blog, list of publications and the projects I work on.