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Expert found a backdoor in XZ tools used many Linux distributions

Security AffairsMar 30, 19:50 UTC · Mar 30, 2024Malware CVE-2024-3094

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Free Download Manager Site Compromised to Distribute Linux Malware to Users for 3+ Years

The Hacker NewsSep 15, 00:00 UTC · Sep 15, 2023Malware

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XZ Utils backdoor update: Which Linux distros are affected and what can you do?

Help Net SecurityApr 8, 13:26 UTC · Apr 8, 2024Malware CVE-2024-3094

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Russian military plans to replace Windows with Astra Linux

Security AffairsJun 1, 06:55 UTC · Jun 1, 2019Malware

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Backdoor found in widely used Linux utility targets encrypted SSH connections

Ars Technica · SecurityMar 29, 18:50 UTC · Mar 29, 2024Malware

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Vermilion Strike, a Linux implementation of Cobalt Strike used in attacks

Security AffairsSep 14, 06:00 UTC · Sep 14, 2021Malware

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New SkidMap Linux Malware Variant Targeting Vulnerable Redis Servers

The Hacker NewsAug 7, 13:50 UTC · Aug 7, 2023Malware

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Bug in widely used bootloader opens Windows, Linux devices to persistent compromise

Help Net SecurityAug 3, 11:37 UTC · Aug 3, 2020Malware CVE-2020-10713

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What we know about the xz Utils backdoor that almost infected the world

Ars Technica · SecurityApr 1, 06:55 UTC · Apr 1, 2024Malware

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XZ Utils backdoor: Detection tools, scripts, rules

Help Net SecurityApr 8, 00:00 UTC · Apr 8, 2024Malware

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Funny? Useful? Cool? Kali Linux natively on Windows 10

Security AffairsMar 7, 07:25 UTC · Mar 7, 2018Malware

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Github Account of Gentoo Linux Hacked, Code Replaced With Malware

The Hacker NewsJul 4, 14:08 UTC · Jul 4, 2018Malware

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Malware report for Q2 2024 — a quarterly review

Kaspersky SecurelistSep 5, 07:45 UTC · Sep 5, 2024Malware CVE-2024-3094

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Malicious backdoor code embedded in popular Linux tool, CISA and Red Hat warn

The RecordMar 29, 20:32 UTC · Mar 29, 2024Malware CVE-2024-3094

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Urgent: Secret Backdoor Found in XZ Utils Library, Impacts Major Linux Distros

The Hacker NewsApr 2, 04:39 UTC · Apr 2, 2024Malware in the wildCVE-2024-3094

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BootHole issue allows installing a stealthy and persistent malware

Security AffairsJul 30, 05:49 UTC · Jul 30, 2020Malware CVE-2020-10713

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A sophisticated SkidMap variant targets unsecured Redis servers

Security AffairsAug 7, 14:44 UTC · Aug 7, 2023Malware

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Critical GRUB2 Bootloader Bug Affects Billions of Linux and Windows Systems

The Hacker NewsJul 29, 19:50 UTC · Jul 29, 2020Malware CVE-2020-10713

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New AcidPour Wiper Targeting Linux Devices Spotted in Ukraine

Infosecurity MagazineMar 22, 13:45 UTC · Mar 22, 2024Malware

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Analysis of DinodasRAT Linux implant

Kaspersky SecurelistMar 28, 14:21 UTC · Mar 28, 2024Malware

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Malicious Software Packages Found On Arch Linux User Repository

The Hacker NewsJun 12, 19:19 UTC · Jun 12, 2026Malware

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Ubuntu-Maker Canonical’s GitHub Account Gets Hacked

The Hacker NewsJul 7, 15:58 UTC · Jul 7, 2019Malware

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Friday Squid Blogging: Bioluminescent Bacteria in Squid

Schneier on SecurityMar 28, 00:45 UTC · Mar 28, 2026Malware

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Microsoft Warns Rise in XorDdos Malware Targeting Linux Devices

The Hacker NewsMay 21, 03:10 UTC · May 21, 2022Malware

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North Korea-linked APT Gleaming Pisces deliver new PondRAT backdoor via malicious Python packages

Security AffairsSep 23, 12:50 UTC · Sep 23, 2024Malware

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Activity of the Linux XorDdos bot increased by 254% over the last 6 months

Security AffairsMay 23, 19:04 UTC · May 23, 2022Malware

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Pakistani-Linked Hacker Group Targets Indian Government

Infosecurity MagazineOct 23, 16:30 UTC · Oct 23, 2025Malware

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Popular Rust Crate liblzma-sys Compromised with XZ Utils Backdoor Files

The Hacker NewsApr 12, 14:55 UTC · Apr 12, 2024Malware

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New tool can help prevent government-mandated backdoors in software, Swiss researchers say

CyberScoopJul 25, 15:41 UTC · Jul 25, 2017Malware

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Critical shim bug impacts every Linux boot loader signed in the past decade

Security AffairsFeb 7, 14:46 UTC · Feb 7, 2024Malware CVE-2023-40547 CVE-2023-40546 CVE-2023-40548+3 CVEs

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Facebook releases Osquery Security Tool for Windows

The Hacker NewsSep 27, 15:47 UTC · Sep 27, 2016Malware

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BeaverTail and OtterCookie evolve with a new Javascript module

Cisco TalosOct 16, 10:00 UTC · Oct 16, 2025Malware1

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First Android Malware Found Exploiting Dirty COW Linux Flaw to Gain Root Privileges

The Hacker NewsSep 26, 13:57 UTC · Sep 26, 2017Malware in the wildCVE-2016-5195 CVE-2015-1805

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Suspected Russian Data-Wiping 'AcidPour' Malware Targeting Linux x86 Devices

The Hacker NewsMar 20, 05:22 UTC · Mar 20, 2024Malware

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Linux.BackDoor.FakeFile.1, a new Linux backdoor in the wild

Security AffairsOct 23, 11:29 UTC · Oct 23, 2016Malware

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Cybercriminals Exploit CrowdStrike Update Mishap to Distribute Remcos RAT Malware

The Hacker NewsJul 23, 08:54 UTC · Jul 23, 2024Malware

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REMnux v8 brings AI integration to the Linux malware analysis toolkit

Help Net SecurityFeb 17, 00:00 UTC · Feb 17, 2026Malware

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ThreatsDay Bulletin: Pre-Auth Chains, Android Rootkits, CloudTrail Evasion & 10 More Stories

The Hacker NewsApr 2, 15:07 UTC · Apr 2, 2026Malware CVE-2026-2699 CVE-2026-2701

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The systemd 261 release brings a software TPM, new OS installer

Help Net SecurityJun 22, 00:00 UTC · Jun 22, 2026Malware

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mquire: Open-source Linux memory forensics tool

Help Net SecurityMar 4, 00:00 UTC · Mar 4, 2026Malware1

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