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fromZDNET
11 hours ago

I'm a Linux power user, and this distro made me rethink what an operating system can be

Also: This Linux distro has one of the smartest security features I've seen (and I've tested dozens) However, that's not to say someone with minimal familiarity with the command line would fail with this distribution. For example, if you only need open-source software, NixOS could be a viable option. If, however, you need apps like Chrome, Slack, and Spotify, you might run into some frustration that will send you packing back to Ubuntu, Linux Mint, or Windows.
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fromInfoQ
4 months ago
Information security

Linux Security Tools Bypassed by io_uring Rootkit Technique, ARMO Research Reveals

io_uring can enable full-featured rootkits to bypass traditional Linux runtime security tooling, allowing undetected command-and-control and I/O operations.
fromTechzine Global
9 months ago
Information security

Linux vulnerability exploit bypasses security services

A new vulnerability in Linux allows attackers to bypass security detection mechanisms using the io_uring framework.
fromInfoQ
4 months ago
Information security

Linux Security Tools Bypassed by io_uring Rootkit Technique, ARMO Research Reveals

fromSecuritymagazine
6 months ago

Threat Actor Targeting Indian Defense Sector

APT36's focus on Linux-specific systems, particularly those used in government infrastructure, reinforces that no operating system is off-limits to nation-state attackers. This kind of multi-layered phishing attack highlights how threat actors are constantly evolving their tactics to quietly bypass defenses and exploit user trust.
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