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It was discovered that Apache HTTP Server’s mod_ldap module incorrectlyhandled memory when processing per-directory configurations. An attackercould use this issue to cause the server to crash, resulting in a denial ofservice, or possibly execute arbitrary code. (CVE-2026-29167) It was discovered that Apache HTTP Server’s mod_proxy_ftp moduleincorrectly handled HTML generation for FTP directory listings. A remoteattacker…
DistroWatch.com: Unraid OS Last Update: 2026-07-08 21:13 UTC Unraid OS is a Linux-based commercial operating system designed to provide an easy-to-use and flexible platform for building and managing a Network-Attached Storage (NAS). Some of Unraid’s main features include the ability to mix and match drives of different sizes, an easy-to-use web interface for managing storage,…
Canonical is now a Gold Sponsor of the Trifecta Tech Foundation, a non-profit focused on keeping critical infrastructure software memory-safe. The new backing comes with a yearly €40,000 contribution, meant to fund continued work on memory-safe system utilities written in Rust. Trifecta Tech Foundation operates projects across three areas: data compression, time synchronization, and privilege…
If you love challenging combat – Mortal Shell II may be one for you to pick up when it arrives on August 20th. The release date was announced today along with a new trailer. The first game in the series is Steam Deck Verified / SteamOS Compatible, so it will be interesting to see if…
It was discovered that ClamAV incorrectly handled certain PE files. Aremote attacker could possibly use this issue to cause ClamAV to crash,resulting in a denial of service. (CVE-2026-20213, CVE-2026-20214,CVE-2026-20217) It was discovered that ClamAV incorrectly handled certain 7z archivefiles. A remote attacker could possibly use this issue to cause ClamAV tocrash, resulting in a denial…
DistroWatch.com: Equestria OS Last Update: 2026-07-08 18:48 UTC Equestria OS is a beginner-friendly Linux distribution based on Arch Linux and featuring the KDE Plasma desktop. Its main feature is a set of over 20 unique, built-in graphical utilities for effortless computer management, largely eliminating the need for use of the terminal emulator. The distribution comes…
TUXEDO Computers has announced that their Linux distribution is moving away from Ubuntu, with Debian taking over as its new base. TUXEDO OS is the default choice on every TUXEDO machine, but it’s not exclusive to their hardware, and anyone can just grab an image and run it on their computer. Going forward, the distro…
Vampirium: 1997 looks like nothing else. A minimalist story-rich immersive sim that’s coming from Bithell Games. From the teaser trailer it blends quite a lot of different gameplay elements that make it quite hard to describe – but it immediately has my attention because the atmosphere seems awesome. It’s all about Dracula, the King of…
DistroWatch.com: SteamOS Last Update: 2026-06-24 11:09 UTC SteamOS is an Arch-based Linux distribution developed by Valve Corporation, a US video game developer, publisher and digital distribution company. It comes with Steam, Valve’s own video game store, and it is the default Linux distribution for Valve’s line of gaming hardware, including the Steam Deck, Steam Machine…
The Steam Machine’s swappable front panel just got a very useful upgrade that Valve has put out for free under an MIT License. Called the Inkterface, the e-ink faceplate replaces the stock panel with a small Bluetooth-connected display. NaKyle Wright is the person behind this project, who has published all the design, CAD, and documentation…
