What’s new in SSHGuard 2.1
Here are the new features and services in SSH brute-force protection utility SSHGuard version 2.1 including subnet blocking and remote log parsing.
Security
SpiderOak ONE review: Okay backup service, clunky software
The SpiderOak ONE backup service is better than their client software. Good security and privacy protections but tough to use.
Keep an eye on your certificates with SSLPing
SSLPing is a service that keeps an eye on the health of your TLS certificates and server security configuration. It’ll email you before your certificates expire.
How to report a false-positive in Microsoft SmartScreen
Report false-positives in Windows SmartScreen to Microsoft when it thinks your software is malicious. Useful for programs without a security reputation.
How to prevent Let’s Encrypt from issuing certificates for your domain
Let’s Encrypt has made it really easy to obtain TLS certificates. Here is how to block the service from issuing certificates for your domains.
KMail’s Send Later sent PGP encrypted emails in plain-text
I discovered a security vulnerability (CVE-2017-9604) in KMail while trying to delay sending of a PGP-encrypted private email.
How to get Fedora Linux to take care of its own updates
Set up unattended auto-updates on Fedora Server or Workstation using dnf-automattic. Keep your Fedora Linux systems secure!
50+ unpatched security vulnerabilities in A5-generation iOS devices
Stop using your old iOS devices when they no longer receive security updates. There are over 50 known security issues with iOS 9.3.5 to date!
How a Trend Micro router security feature broke Steam
A “security feature” from Trend Micro in my Asus network router suddenly began blocking all downloads through the Steam gaming marketplace. I wasn’t amused.
Internet connected devices should be sold with best before dates
How do you know how long devices will receive software updates? Clearly labeled expiration dates on packaging may be the answer.
Review: ASUSWRT router firmware
A deep look at the ASUSWRT router firmware including its usability, security, and privacy. It has some good and some bad parts.
Stop CAs from misissuing certificates for your domains with CAA
Add DNS CAA records for your domains to block unauthorized certificate authorities (CAs) from issuing certificates for your domain names.