Tag: cybersecurity

  • Never-before-seen Worm Attacking Linux Devices

    Never-before-seen Worm Attacking Linux Devices

    Based on Mirai malware, self-replicating NoaBot installs cryptomining app on infected devices. For the past year, previously unknown self-replicating malware has been compromising Linux devices around the world and installing cryptomining malware that takes unusual steps to conceal its inner workings, researchers said. The worm is a customized version of Mirai, the botnet malware that…

  • Kali vs. ParrotOS: 2 versatile distros for security pros

    Kali vs. ParrotOS: 2 versatile distros for security pros

    Network security doesn’t always require expensive software. Two Linux distributions — Kali Linux and ParrotOS — can help enterprises fill in their security gaps. It’s a wonderful time to be a Linux user: Today’s distributions are full-featured, powerful and stable. How can a single distribution distinguish itself in such a competitive world? One way is…