linux security

Winux arrives wrapped in sleek Windows 11 styling, a glossy demo video and a promise of a familiar desktop — but beneath the theme and the marketing, this distro resurrects the same trust issues, questionable licensing and security baggage that followed its predecessors LinuxFX and Wubuntu, and...

Borderless CS’s launch of IT Hardening Expert Services arrives at a moment when simple misconfigurations and unmaintained defaults are repeatedly exposed as the weakest links in enterprise security, and the firm is pitching a pragmatic, standards-aligned program to shrink attack surfaces across...

Microsoft’s latest update to the Windows Subsystem for Linux, version 2.5.10, has landed with little fanfare but significant impact, quietly delivering a targeted security fix for users running Linux binaries on Windows 11. This release underscores an evolving strategy at Microsoft, where rapid...

A hush has fallen over the Windows and Linux communities as Microsoft issues a highly targeted update for Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), addressing a critical security vulnerability that, as of now, remains shrouded in secrecy. With only a vague clue—CVE-2025-53788—disclosed ahead of...

KDE Linux, once codenamed "Project Banana," has officially stepped into public view, aiming to redefine what a desktop Linux distribution can be with a design focus on security, reliability, and a modern update model. Although it is still firmly in the pre-alpha testing stage, the project is...

Linux continues to spark debate within the desktop computing world, often hailed for its security, flexibility, and open-source ethos, yet consistently shadowed by the long-standing complaint: a perceived lack of application support compared to Windows. Despite this reputation, for a growing...

As the end of Windows 10 support approaches, many users are exploring alternatives to avoid upgrading to Windows 11, especially those with hardware that doesn't meet the new system requirements. One promising solution is Operese, a migration tool designed to facilitate the transition from...

For many years, Windows has dominated the desktop operating system landscape, with countless users adopting Windows 10 and Windows 11 as their daily drivers. The inertia of familiarity, convenience, and software compatibility has made it difficult for even the most user-friendly Linux...

Uzbekistan's rapid digital transformation has necessitated a robust approach to cybersecurity, particularly within its government agencies. In response, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), in collaboration with the Ministry of Digital Technologies and the Noventiq...

Uzbekistan's digital transformation is gaining momentum, with the government prioritizing the development of e-government services and digital public platforms. However, this rapid digitalization brings with it an increased risk of cyber threats. Recognizing the need for robust cybersecurity...

Threat actors are increasingly leveraging vulnerabilities in both Windows and Linux server environments to deploy web shells and sophisticated malware, perpetuating an alarming trend in the threat landscape that puts organizational networks at heightened risk. Over the past several months...

For many Windows users looking to break free from Microsoft's increasingly restrictive ecosystem, the idea of switching to Linux can seem tempting—but also intimidating. Long gone are the days when Linux was synonymous with cryptic command-line adventures and inscrutable software installations...

Few Linux distributions in recent memory have generated as much intrigue—and trepidation—as those designed to mimic the look and feel of Microsoft's flagship OS. The allure is obvious: a streamlined transition for former Windows users, familiar design cues, and a ready-made ecosystem for...

For years, the Grand Unified Bootloader (GRUB) has served as the linchpin for multi-boot Linux systems, making it an ever-relevant component for tinkerers, professionals, and those daring enough to run Windows and Linux on the same hardware. But a recent flurry of updates—spurred by both...

As the end of support for Windows 10 approaches, many users are seeking viable alternatives to upgrade their systems without the stringent hardware requirements imposed by Windows 11. One such alternative gaining attention is SDesk, an Arch-based Linux distribution designed to offer a familiar...

Linux Mint 22.2 introduces Fingwit, a new application designed to enhance fingerprint authentication across various desktop environments. This development signifies a substantial improvement in Linux's biometric capabilities, offering users a more seamless and secure authentication experience...

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the advent of quantum computing poses one of the most formidable challenges yet to traditional encryption methods. For decades, widely used cryptographic systems such as RSA and elliptic curve cryptography (ECC) have formed the backbone of secure...

As the digital clock ticks closer to October 14, an uneasy countdown hangs over hundreds of millions of Windows 10 users worldwide. With Microsoft’s scheduled end of support looming, users who haven’t—or can’t—migrate to Windows 11 face stark choices: upgrade, pay for extended support, risk...

Switching from Windows to Linux is often portrayed as a daunting leap, but for those who make the journey—willingly or reluctantly—the experience is as illuminating as it is challenging. After years of loyalty to Microsoft's familiar ecosystem, the process of trying out Linux Mint as a primary...

OpenMamba is a Linux distribution that may not immediately leap to the top of the mainstream desktop charts, but quietly persists as a fascinating artefact in the ever-diversifying garden of open-source operating systems. Its signature green visual palette is more than mere aesthetic...