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linuxLinuxLinux Kernel 6.11 Released: Key Features and ImprovementsLinus Torvalds has officially announced the release of Linux kernel 6.11, packed with numerous enhancements and new features. This latest stable version…16 Sep 2024 · 2 min readRead →HadookenHackNew Linux Malware “Hadooken” Targets Oracle WebLogic ServersAqua Nautilus researchers have identified a new malware targeting Oracle WebLogic servers. The malware, named Hadooken, is suspected to reference the "surge…13 Sep 2024 · 3 min readRead →HackStratus ftServer 12th Gen Now Supports KVM for RHELStratus Technologies has expanded its 12th-generation ftServer platform. It now includes kernel-based virtual machine (KVM) support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).…12 Sep 2024 · 2 min readRead →kalilinuxLinuxKali Linux 2024.3: New Tools and NetHunter Pro UpdatesKali Linux 2024.3 is here, bringing new tools and package updates to enhance your security arsenal. This release introduces a range of…12 Sep 2024 · 2 min readRead →ubuntuLinuxUbuntu 24.10 Introduces User-Controlled PermissionsUbuntu 24.10, also known as Oracular Oriole, will introduce a game-changing feature: permissions prompting. This new addition enhances user privacy and security…12 Sep 2024 · 2 min readRead →linux 6.12 updatedLinuxKey Features Expected in Linux 6.12With the upcoming release of Linux 6.12, many exciting features are expected. The Linux 6.12 kernel cycle will begin soon and will…12 Sep 2024 · 2 min readRead →malwareHackMalware Techniques: Obfuscation, Fileless Malware, and MoreIn today's cybersecurity landscape, malware creators employ increasingly sophisticated methods to bypass detection and infiltrate systems. Understanding these techniques is vital for…10 Sep 2024 · 4 min readRead →LinuxZimbra Patch Release: Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) VulnerabilitiesZimbra has rolled out an important patch update focusing on fixing multiple Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities across various editions of its platform.…10 Sep 2024 · 3 min readRead →LinuxAMDGPU Fixes in Linux 6.11-rc7 Boost Dota 2 PerformanceThe Linux 6.11-rc7 kernel is set for release this Sunday, with the usual focus on DRM driver fixes—specifically targeting AMDGPU and Intel…8 Sep 2024 · 2 min readRead →ConsultationWhy Everyone is Looking for Alternatives to VMware: Broadcom and the Top Virtualization Options to ConsiderIn recent years, VMware has been the undisputed leader in the virtualization space, powering countless data centers, enterprises, and service providers globally.…7 Sep 2024 · 4 min readRead →LinuxGoogle PoC – Critical Linux Kernel Vulnerability (CVE-2024-26581)A newly discovered vulnerability in the Linux kernel has sparked significant concern in the global tech community. Identified as CVE-2024-26581, this flaw…7 Sep 2024 · 3 min readRead →Dell PowerEdgeLinuxDell PowerEdge R760xa with RHEL AI for Generative AI WorkloadsDell Technologies and IBM subsidiary Red Hat have teamed up to deliver a cutting-edge solution for businesses embracing generative AI. The Dell…7 Sep 2024 · 3 min readRead →

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