Why Your ‘Unhackable’ Linux System is Still Vulnerable (And How to Fix It in 20 Minutes)
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Summary
A recent article in tech journal Medium warns Linux users not to fall into the trap of assuming that the reputation of their OS makes it inherently secure, as this complacency can lead to vulnerabilities exploited by hackers, particularly with three often-skipped security measures.
These are:
always keeping OS kernels up to date with the latest security patches;
rigorously adhering to the principle of least privilege to avoid misconfigured permissions that provide unnecessary access to potential attackers;
regularly auditing systems to identify and remove any forgotten services that may leave the user vulnerable, especially if connected to the internet.
The article includes a helpful infographic that summarises its key points.