#server hardening

9 tutorials tagged with "server hardening"

Bad Epoll: New Linux Kernel Flaw Lets Unprivileged Users Grab Root — and Android Is Affected Too

A race condition in the Linux kernel's epoll subsystem allows local privilege escalation to root. Servers, desktops, and Android devices are all vulnerable. Here's what to patch and how to check if you're exposed.

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DirtyClone (CVE-2026-43503): What Linux Admins Need to Know and How to Mitigate Right Now

A newly disclosed kernel vulnerability in the packet cloning subsystem affects every major Linux distribution running kernel 6.1 through 6.12. Here's a practical mitigation guide with step-by-step instructions for Ubuntu, Debian, RHEL, and containerized environments.

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Critical libssh2 Flaw (CVE-2026-55200): How to Check If Your Servers Are Affected and Patch Immediately

A public PoC is now circulating for CVE-2026-55200, a critical libssh2 vulnerability with a 9.2 CVSS score. Here's how to identify affected systems, verify your version, and apply the fix across your server fleet.

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PinTheft CVE-2026-43494: Linux Kernel Privilege Escalation — What Server Admins Must Know

A deep dive into the PinTheft vulnerability (CVE-2026-43494) that grants local root access through a chain of bugs in the Linux kernel's RDS and io_uring subsystems. Learn how to detect exposure, apply patches, and harden your servers.

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How to Check if Your Linux Server Is Affected by the PAM Backdoor Discovered in 2026

A decade-long supply chain compromise in Linux PAM modules has been uncovered. Here's how to audit your servers, detect the backdoor, and secure your authentication stack.

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Server Security Hardening Checklist 2026: Complete Guide for Linux Systems

Comprehensive server security hardening checklist for 2026. Step-by-step guide covering SSH, firewall, kernel hardening, monitoring, and compliance for Ubuntu, Debian, and RHEL.

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Linux Security Hardening: Essential Practices for Production Servers

Protect your Linux servers from common threats with this comprehensive security hardening guide. Covers firewall configuration, SSH hardening, intrusion detection, and proactive security measures.

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SSH Server Hardening: Securing Remote Server Access

Protect your Linux servers from unauthorized access with comprehensive SSH hardening techniques. Learn about key-based authentication, fail2ban configuration, and advanced security measures for production environments.

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UFW Firewall Configuration: Securing Linux Servers

Master UFW (Uncomplicated Firewall) for Linux server security. Learn rules configuration, rate limiting, application profiles, and integration with Docker networks for production environments.

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