Linux Tips & Patch Management

Key Takeaways Oracle 18c is fully out of support — Premier Support ended in 2021, and Extended Support is not available. Running Oracle 18c today means no official security patches,...

Key Takeaways Open-source security demands a multi-layered approach — the same transparency that enables collaboration can also introduces security risks. Major risks include unpatched vulnerabilities, supply chain attacks, and abandoned...

Key Takeaways Oracle Linux End of Life (EOL) means no more official security patches or updates. This leaves your systems vulnerable and non-compliant. Organizations can upgrade, migrate, or extend security....

Key Takeaways CVE provides unique identifiers for vulnerabilities, facilitating tracking and communication across platforms. CVSS assigns numerical scores to vulnerabilities, helping prioritization based on severity. Together, CVE and CVSS empower...

Key Takeaways Vulnerability patching is critical — over 60% of breaches exploit known flaws that already had patches available. Patch management is a core component of vulnerability management, covering discovery,...

Key Takeaways Many Linux systems remain vulnerable due to misconfigurations, delayed patching, and a lack of proactive defenses. Enable automated updates — especially for security patches — to avoid delays...

Key Takeaways Ubuntu 20.04 EOL is in May 2025: After this date, no more security updates, patches, or fixes from Canonical. Ignoring EOL puts you at risk: Vulnerabilities, compliance issues,...

Key Takeaways Linux systems are not immune to ransomware — attacks are rising, especially against servers, cloud environments, and enterprise infrastructure. Linux ransomware often uses targeted, high-impact tactics like double...

Key Takeaways AppArmor offers a simpler, path-based approach to security, whereas SELinux provides more granular, label-based control for enhanced security. AppArmor is easier to configure, making it ideal for desktops...

Key Takeaways Keeping your Linux system updated is important for protecting against vulnerabilities and maintaining overall system integrity. Properly managing user accounts and permissions forms the bedrock of a secure...

Key Takeaways Patch management removes known vulnerabilities but operates reactively, addressing issues after they are identified. Vulnerability management identifies potential issues proactively, providing prioritized intelligence for patching. Both are essential...