today's howtos
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Cory Dransfeldt ☛ 403ing questionable referrals
Blocked robots will always get 403'd. Visitors from questionable (arguably toxic) platforms will be inconvenienced.
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Bob Monsour ☛ I wanted to validate the presence of an rssid in my front matter
And you thought I was done with all this RSS entry ID business. Not so fast.
Once I got things working the way I wanted, I had forgotten one key part of the process.
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APNIC ☛ Recent cases of watering hole attacks: Part 1
Nowadays, many people likely recognize the exploitation of vulnerabilities in publicly exposed assets, such as VPNs and firewalls, as a common attack vector. In fact, many security incidents reported to JPCERT/CC also involve such devices. Vulnerabilities in VPN devices are exploited not only by Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups but also by other actors, such as ransomware groups and cyber criminals, leading to a high number of incidents.
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APNIC ☛ Recent cases of watering hole attacks: Part 2
As discussed in part 1 of this series, vulnerabilities in exposed assets like VPNs and firewalls are frequently exploited by Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups, ransomware operators, and cybercriminals, with many incidents reported to JPCERT/CC. However, as these attacks increase, other vectors, such as email, websites, and social media, risk being overlooked.
Continuing from the previous article, this post explores another case of a watering hole attack, this time exploiting a media-related website in 2023.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install Apache NetBeans on Debian 12
In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Apache NetBeans on Debian 12. Apache NetBeans is a powerful, versatile Integrated Development Environment (IDE) that has become a favorite among developers for its robust features and support for multiple programming languages.
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ID Root ☛ UEFI vs BIOS: What’s the Difference?
In the world of computer hardware, two fundamental technologies play a crucial role in system initialization: BIOS and UEFI. These firmware interfaces serve as the bridge between hardware and software, orchestrating the intricate dance of components during the boot process.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install Lighttpd on Fedora 41
Lighttpd, pronounced “lighty,” is a powerful, efficient, and flexible web server that’s gaining traction among system administrators and developers. This guide will walk you through the process of installing and configuring Lighttpd on Fedora 41, providing you with a robust and high-performance web serving solution.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install AMD Radeon Driver on Linux Mint 22
In this tutorial, we will show you how to install AMD Radeon Driver on Linux Mint 22. Installing the correct AMD Radeon driver on Linux Mint 22 is crucial for optimal graphics performance, stability, and compatibility with modern applications.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install GitLab on CentOS Stream 10
In this tutorial, we will show you how to install GitLab on CentOS Stream 10. GitLab is a powerful platform that combines Git repository management, continuous integration, and project management in one package.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install Sublime Text on CentOS Stream 10
In the world of programming and software development, having a reliable text editor is essential. Sublime Text 4 is a powerful, versatile editor that offers a range of features designed to enhance productivity and streamline coding tasks.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install Apache CouchDB on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Apache CouchDB on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. Apache CouchDB stands as a powerful, open-source document-oriented database system that has gained significant traction in the world of NoSQL databases.
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ID Root ☛ How To Install Consul Server on Rocky GNU/Linux 9
In this tutorial, we will show you how to install Consul Server on Rocky GNU/Linux 9. HashiCorp’s Consul, a powerful service mesh solution, excels in these areas. This guide will walk you through the process of installing and configuring a Consul server on Rocky GNU/Linux 9, a stable and enterprise-ready distribution.
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How to Remove Dock in Ubuntu 24.04 or 22.04 LTS Linux
To quickly access the applications & system features right from the Ubuntu GNU/Linux Desktop, we have Dock, a feature like MacOS systems. By default, it appears on the left of the screen and is based on Gnome Shell’s Dash.