Kernel prepatch 6.16-rc4

Linus has released 6.16-rc4 for testing. “Despite a fairly large merge window, things continue to look fairly calm on the rc front“.

Relive the Golden Era: 5 Tools to Get Retro Feel on Linux

Retro techs are no longer stranger things. Just like vinyl records and vintage fashion, retro computing has captured our collective imagination, irrespective of the age group. I mean, there’s something deeply satisfying about amber-on-black terminals and chunky pixel fonts that modern UIs can’t replicate. The good thing here is that us Linux users are perfectly

Rename Audio Devices on Ubuntu with this ‘Simple’ App

How to easily rename audio devices on Ubuntu with the Simple Wireplumber GUI app. Replace technical audio device names with descriptive labels. You’re reading Rename Audio Devices on Ubuntu with this ‘Simple’ App, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

The Art of Digital Deception: Unmasking Phishing & Spear Phishing Attacks

The Hook That Drains Billions: Why Phishing Isn’t Just Spam Every 11 seconds, a business falls victim to ransomware. Every 39 seconds, a hacker strikes. But behind these digital ambushes lies a silent orchestrator: phishing emails. Unlike crude spam blasts, modern phishing is surgical warfare—a $12 billion criminal industry that compromised 3.4 billion fake emails in

Modicia OS: Multimedia-Focused Linux With Flair

Modicia O.S. blends powerful multimedia tools, unique features, and a polished user experience for Linux enthusiasts and creative professionals. The post Modicia OS: Multimedia-Focused Linux With Flair appeared first on Linux Today.

Exposing the Dangers of Insecure Mobile App Storage and Plaintext Data Exposure

Introduction: The Ticking Time Bomb in Your Pocket Mobile applications have become extensions of our identities—managing finances, storing medical records, controlling smart homes, and housing intimate communications. Yet beneath this convenience lies an alarming epidemic: sensitive data stored in plaintext on mobile devices. This critical security failure transforms smartphones into treasure troves for attackers, enabling identity theft,

Tails 6.17 Released with Improved Password Management

Tails 6.17 privacy-focused Linux distro is out now with a new “Show Password” feature, alongside critical Tor Browser and uBlock Origin updates. The post Tails 6.17 Released with Improved Password Management appeared first on Linux Today.

The Silent Digital Parasite: Unmasking the Global Epidemic of Cryptojacking

Your server fans scream at 3 a.m. while your cloud bill triples overnight. Employees complain of sluggish workstations, yet antivirus shows clean. Welcome to the invisible world of cryptojacking—where attackers hijack your resources to mine cryptocurrency, turning infrastructure into revenue streams for cybercriminals. Unlike ransomware’s explosive impact, cryptojacking operates in the shadows, draining $3-5 billion annually