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Securing a Linux Web Server - With the significant prevalence of Linux web servers globally, security is often touted as a strength of the platform for such a purpose. However, a Linux based web server is only as secure as its configuration and very often many are quite vulnerable to compromise. While specific configurations vary wildly due to environments or specific use, there are various general steps that can be taken to insure basic security considerations are in place.

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(Jul 23)

Turkish security researcher said his bug report wasn't malicious, disputes Apple's claim that attack compromised information on iOS and Mac OS X developers.
Ubuntu forum defaced, breached by hackers (Jul 22)

A website dedicated to discussion of the Ubuntu Linux distribution was breached on Saturday, with hackers gaining access to encrypted passwords and email addresses.
Hackers Reveal Nasty New Car Attacks (Jul 25)

Stomping on the brakes of a 3,500-pound Ford Escape that refuses to stop