RSS Feeds of Interest

U.S.-CERT is warning of attacks targeting Linux-based infrastructures using compromised SSH keys. After access is gained to the system, local kernel exploits are used to gain root access. A rootkit is then installed to steal more SSH keys. The attack could be related to a flaw affecting Debian-based encryption keys discovered earlier this year.
- Hackers are launching attacks against Linux-based computing infrastructures using compromised SSH [Secure Shell] keys and installing rootkits, according to a warning by the U.S. Computer Emergency Readiness Team. According to US-CERT, the attack uses stolen SSH keys to access a system and then loc...


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