Linux Magazine - #285/August 2024: Kernel Exploits

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Is Linux secure? Only if you keep up with the patches. This month we take a close look at how intruders attack unsafe versions of the Linux kernel through known and well-publicized exploits. We’ll show you how to set up your own out-of-date kernel to practice on, and we’ll introduce you to some of the tools and techniques attackers use to gain root access.

Kernel Trouble

This deep look at how intruders attack an out-of-date kernel should be enough to convince you of the need to stay vigilant.

3 mins

Software Update SnoopGod

SnoopGod delivers an Ubuntu-based pentesting distribution with an emphasis on security education.

6 mins

Cryptomining with Litecoin Traveling Lite

Although not as popular as headliners like Bitcoin and Ethereum, Litecoin is one of the oldest crytocurrencies, and it offers some useful features, such as dual-mining with Dogecoin.

5 mins

Dependency resolution with apt-get and apt Evolutionary Tale

Over the past 30 years, the apt family has played an important role in dependency resolution for Debian distros.

5 mins

Tracking your finances with plain text accounting Plain Numbers

If you're tired of tinkering with spreadsheets, using hledger and plain text accounting offers a simpler method for managing your finances without vendor lock-in

4 mins

Time Travel

Mike Schilli uses a Go program to check whether a strategy for trading stocks is making gains or losses on the basis of historical price data.

8 mins

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Linux Magazine is your guide to the world of Linux. Each monthly issue includes in-depth articles on trending topics, tutorials on useful tools, troubleshooting and optimization tips, insightful news on crucial developments in the world of open course, and cool projects for Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and other maker-board systems.