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1. CI Fuzz CLI: Open-Source Tool to Test Java Apps
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CI Fuzz CLI allows Java developers to easily incorporate fuzz testing into their existing JUnit setup to find functional bugs and security vulnerabilities at scale. The post CI Fuzz CLI: Open-Source Tool ...

2. Security Measures to Protect Kubernetes Workloads
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Deepak Goel, CTO of D2iQ, provides insight into which security measures can help organizations that use Kubernetes better protect their workloads. The post Security Measures to Protect Kubernetes Workloads ...

3. OpenSSF’s Alpha-Omega Reports Open-Source Security Successes
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After nearly a year of operation, the OpenSSF issued an annual report outlining what Alpha-Omega has achieved to advance the state of open-source security. The post OpenSSF’s Alpha-Omega Reports ...

4. How to Install and Use Nessus Security Scanner on Rocky Linux
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Nessus is an open-source network vulnerability scanner for vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and ethical hacking. This guide describes how to install and set up Nessus Security Scanner and ...

5. Kubernetes 1.26 Boosts Security, Storage, and Resource Allocation
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Kubernetes 1.26 integrates new security, storage, container registry, and performance capabilities. Learn more here. The post Kubernetes 1.26 Boosts Security, Storage, and Resource Allocation appeared ...

6. Book Feature: The Security Analyst’s Guide to Suricata
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Eric Leblond, CTO at Stamus Networks, talks about The Security Analyst’s Guide to Suricata, a book he co-wrote with Peter Manev. Learn more here. The post Book Feature: The Security Analyst’s Guide to ...

7. 5 Free Resources From the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
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To help businesses enhance their security capabilities, the CISA offers free cybersecurity products and services. The post 5 Free Resources From the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency appeared ...

8. Ubuntu Users Get New Linux Kernel Security Updates, 10 Vulnerabilities Patched
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The new Ubuntu Linux kernel security update, which addresses multiple vulnerabilities, is now available for several Ubuntu releases. The post Ubuntu Users Get New Linux Kernel Security Updates, 10 Vulnerabilities ...

9. Oracle Linux 8.7 is Here With Unbreakable Enterprise Kernel R7
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Oracle Linux 8.7 includes numerous updates for software developers and security and system tool improvements. The post Oracle Linux 8.7 is Here With Unbreakable Enterprise Kernel R7 appeared first on Linux ...

10. How to Install Nessus Security Scanner on Ubuntu 22.04
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Nessus is an open-source network vulnerability scanner for vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. Learn how to install it on an Ubuntu 22.04 server. The post How to Install Nessus Security ...

11. Tails 5.7 OS Released With a Newly Added Privacy-Oriented Tool
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Tails 5.7 comes with an updated Tor browser and Metadata Cleaner for viewing and cleaning metadata in files. Learn more about Tails 5.7’s security-focused approach. The post Tails 5.7 OS Released ...

12. Software Threat Modeling and How to Use It Effectively
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Kevin Delaney, director of solutions engineering at Security Compass, explains threat modeling and why it’s important for software development. The post Software Threat Modeling and How to Use It ...

13. Canonical Releases New Ubuntu Linux Kernel Security Updates to Fix 16 Vulnerabilities
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The new Linux kernel security updates are available only for all supported Ubuntu LTS (Long-Term Support) versions. These include Ubuntu 22.04 LTS (Jammy Jellyfish), Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa), and ...

14. AlmaLinux 9.1 Released With Security Enhancements and Updated Tools
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Based on the recently released Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.1, AlmaLinux 9.1 is a 1:1 binary compatible distro with RHEL. Learn more here. The post AlmaLinux 9.1 Released With Security Enhancements and Updated ...

15. Ubuntu 23.04 ‘Lunar Lobster’ Release Date Slated for April 20, 2023
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The “Lunar Lobster,” Ubuntu 23.04, is slated for release on April 20, 2023. This is an interim release, supported only with software and security updates until January 2024. Learn more here. The ...

16. AlmaLinux 8.7 Is Out With Security Improvements, New Packages
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Looking for an alternative to CentOS? Check out the latest security improvements and packages AlmaLinux 8.7 has to offer. The post AlmaLinux 8.7 Is Out With Security Improvements, New Packages appeared ...

17. How to Install Apache With ModSecurity on Ubuntu 22.04
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In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to set up the open-source firewall tool ModSecurity with Apache on Ubuntu 22.04. The post How to Install Apache With ModSecurity on Ubuntu 22.04 appeared first ...

18. Shadowserver: Get Free Access to Timely, Critical Internet Security Data
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The Shadowserver Foundation fulfills a unique role in the cybersecurity ecosystem by supplying vital security information to internet defenders and law enforcement at no cost. The post Shadowserver: Get ...

19. 10 Best Free and Low-Cost SSL Certificate Authorities
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Implementing an Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) certificate on your website is no longer considered a luxury. Check out these 10 free and affordable SSL certificate authorities that can boost your website security ...

20. How to Install ModSecurity 3 with Nginx on Ubuntu 22.04
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ModSecurity is a free, open-source web application firewall (WAF) that protects your website from several types of attacks, including cross-site scripting (XSS), SQL injection, and session hijacking. In ...

21. X-Sense XS01-WT Wi-Fi Smoke Alarm review – Because choking on smoke is no joke!
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... I have plenty of security cameras, but it would be ideal to know the difference between optional viewing, and “Dude! You … X-Sense XS01-WT Wi-Fi Smoke Alarm review – Because choking on smoke ...

22. Heartbleed 2.0? OpenSSL Warns of Second-Ever Critical Security Flaw
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The OpenSSL project has announced plans to release version 3.0.7 on November 1st to patch a critical security flaw. Learn more here. The post Heartbleed 2.0? OpenSSL Warns of Second-Ever Critical Security ...

23. Cybercriminals Use Fake Public PoCs to Spread Malware and Steal Data
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GitHub proofs of concept (PoCs) for known vulnerabilities could themselves contain malware as often as 10% of the time, security researchers have found. Learn what this means here. The post Cybercriminals ...

24. 15 Basic Firewall-cmd Commands in Linux
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In computing, a good firewall system can prevent any unauthorized access to the network security systems. Here are 15 basic firewall-cmd commands you can utilize in Linux operating systems to protect your ...