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io_uring_bannerLinuxCuring Rootkit Uses io_uring to Evade Linux Security ToolsA newly revealed proof-of-concept (PoC) rootkit named Curing is sparking concern in the Linux security community. Developed by cybersecurity researchers at ARMO,…26 Apr 2025 · 2 min readRead →Linux 6.15 bannerLinuxLinux 6.15-rc3 Released with ublk Driver Updates and Minor FixesLinus Torvalds has officially released Linux 6.15-rc3, continuing the kernel’s development cycle with a steady stream of bug fixes and minor adjustments.…23 Apr 2025 · 2 min readRead →AI-Driven Data CentresLinuxAI-Driven Data Centres to Double Energy Use by 2030, Says IEAThe rapid rise of artificial intelligence is set to dramatically reshape global energy demand. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), electricity…11 Apr 2025 · 3 min readRead →firefox bannerLinuxFirefox 138 Beta Brings Contrast Controls and Tab Group TweaksMozilla has released Firefox 138 to the public beta channel, continuing its focus on usability improvements and modern web standards. This release…6 Apr 2025 · 2 min readRead →Thunderbird 137LinuxThunderbird 137 Released with Fixes and ImprovementsMozilla has officially released Thunderbird 137, the latest version of its popular open-source email, calendar, and news client. While this update doesn’t…6 Apr 2025 · 2 min readRead →Zorin OS 17.3LinuxZorin OS 17.3 Released with Brave Browser & Windows App SupportZorin OS 17.3, the latest point release in the 17.x series, is now available and continues to build on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS.…5 Apr 2025 · 2 min readRead →Linux foundationLinuxLF Networking 2025: AI, Cloud-Native & Open SourceLF Networking (LFN), the networking division of The Linux Foundation, is expanding its mission in 2025 with a bold new strategy focused…5 Apr 2025 · 2 min readRead →Linux kernel 6.14 bannerLinuxLinux 6.14 Released – Gaming Boost & AMD RDNA 4 SupportDespite a minor delay, Linus Torvalds has officially released Linux 6.14, bringing a host of new features and performance improvements. While Torvalds…30 Mar 2025 · 2 min readRead →KaOS 2025.03LinuxKaOS Linux 2025.03 Released – Latest KDE Plasma & UpdatesKaOS Linux 2025.03 has been officially released as the latest ISO snapshot of this independent Linux distribution. Built around the newest KDE…30 Mar 2025 · 2 min readRead →Ubuntu 25.04LinuxUbuntu 25.04 Beta Released – What’s New in Plucky Puffin?Canonical has officially released the beta version of Ubuntu 25.04 (Plucky Puffin), providing early access to the latest features and improvements before…30 Mar 2025 · 3 min readRead →kali_linuxLinuxKali Linux 2025.1a: New Tool & Theme UpdateKali Linux has officially launched version 2025.1a, marking its first update of the year. This release introduces a new security tool, updated…24 Mar 2025 · 2 min readRead →AlbabatLinuxAlbabat Ransomware Evolves: Targets Linux, Windows,macOSCybercriminals have upgraded Albabat ransomware, making it a more powerful and adaptable cyber threat. Trend Micro researchers recently discovered that Albabat 2.0…24 Mar 2025 · 2 min readRead →

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