Recently, Qualys released CVE-2021-3156: a deadly sudo bug that has been there for 10 years and not only affects Linux, but also macOS, AIX, and Solaris. In this module, we will go over some crucial aspects of it in a very easy-to-follow manner. What Is CVE-2021-3156? CVE-2021-3156 is a heap exploit which effects the sudo […]
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In this article, we’ll learn to install Ubuntu on Windows. Windows Subsystem for Linux or WSL is a functionality developed by Microsoft to use basic Linux functionalities natively on its Windows 10 operating system and Windows 10 Server. With help of WSL, you no more need to dual-boot your system or have a Linux VM
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If you’re having trouble locating a package on your Linux system, know it’s a frequently occurring problem for those new to package installations or executions, especially on Debian/Ubuntu-based systems. Nonetheless, there’s no need to be concerned since we’ve got you covered. This article will provide a detailed walkthrough on resolving this problem using the APT
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As a user of Ubuntu or Debian-based Linux distributions, you may have encountered the frustrating “Permission Denied” error while accessing specific files and directories. This error is typically caused by inadequate file permissions or ownership settings, preventing you from accessing the required resources. This article will explore three methods to resolve the “Permission Denied” error on
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In this module, we are going to learn how to login as root over SSH on Ubuntu/Debian machine. Often it is required to SSH into servers as root for administrative reasons. This is disabled by default on most machines but in this article, we will go over this, one step at a time. Steps to
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If you’re running a Debian or Ubuntu-based distribution and want to get rid of a package, you can do so in several methods using the apt package manager. However, knowing when to use each technique and what sets them apart can be difficult. We will explore the different options for finding and removing packages. We’ll
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The idea to build packages from source might not be something we often hear about when speaking in the context of Debian. It is more of an Arch-y thing but in this module, we are going to learn how can we do the same on any of the Debian based distros. Steps to Build Packages
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The sprintf() function belongs to the printf() family of functions. In this module, we are going to discover more about this function and how we can use it in our programs. Defining the sprintf() function The Linux Man Pages for sprintf() defines it as : Basically sprintf() stands for “String Print”. Unlike standard printf() which
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Private keys allow the users to login to SSH without a password. This is considered a safe practice in some cases while also discards the need to remember multiple passwords. In this tutorial, we would learn how to generate our own SSH Key Pair on our local machine and then configure our Server to use
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When it comes to using Linux, effectively managing USB drives is a crucial skill for everyone, whether you’re just starting or a seasoned user. Linux’s many capabilities allow us to efficiently handle USB devices, but some users may not know where to start. But don’t worry – we’ve put together a complete guide to walk
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