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Windows and Linux Systems at Risk to PyPI Repository Malware Packages

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The post Windows and Linux Systems at Risk to PyPI Repository Malware Packages appeared first on Spiceworks. Since May 2023, the malicious packages have been downloaded over 10,000 times.

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XZ Utils Supply Chain Attack: A Threat Actor Spent Two Years to Implement a Linux Backdoor

Tech Republic Security

Read about a supply chain attack that involves XZ Utils, a data compressor widely used in Linux systems, and learn how to protect from this threat.

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UNIX vs. Linux vs. Windows: 4 Key Comparisons

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UNIX, Linux, and Windows are operating systems with GUIs, hardware support, networking, and file management. The post UNIX vs. Linux vs. Windows: 4 Key Comparisons appeared first on.

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Is CompTIA Linux+ Worth It?

Association of Information Technology Professional

Is CompTIA Linux+ worth it? What is involved in the Linux+ certification? CompTIA explains why the Linux+ certification is worth it, including jobs, salaries and benefits.

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WiFi Security Vulnerabilities Make Linux and Android Systems Susceptible to Hackers

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Cybersecurity researchers have found new WiFi security vulnerabilities that have made Linux and Android devices susceptible to attack. The post WiFi Security Vulnerabilities Make Linux and Android Systems Susceptible to Hackers appeared first on Spiceworks.

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New Linux Malware Exploiting 30 Vulnerabilities in WordPress Plugins

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The malware is designed to target 32-bit versions of Linux, but can also run on 64-bit versions. The post New Linux Malware Exploiting 30 Vulnerabilities in WordPress Plugins appeared first on.

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7 Linux Commands to Check Network Connectivity

Association of Information Technology Professional

Use these command-line commands to display and troubleshoot network connectivity and performance issues on Windows or Linux systems.

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