Security

Open-source systems are adopting live patching and isolation technologies to support always-on security and meet enterprise compliance demands in the cloud.

A claim that desktops are less secure than mobile devices can be true or false, but this depends highly on their configuration. While desktop devices are less secure out of the box, they are more private and can be made more secure than mobile devices.

The OpenSSF’s new baseline sets minimum security expectations for open-source projects — but not all developers agree it’s practical, scalable, or sufficient.

Confusing security with privacy gives users a false sense of control — especially on mobile devices, where the OS often benefits more than the user.

With Edera Protect and CIQ's RLC-H, open-source innovators are redefining Linux security through stronger isolation and proactive threat defense.

As attacks grow more sophisticated, the open-source community is racing to close critical security gaps and stop malicious code before it spreads.

By adopting a proactive approach to AI security with red teaming, businesses can uncover hidden vulnerabilities, reduce risks, and build resilient systems.

Women are finding new ways into cybersecurity, often without IT backgrounds, as companies begin rethinking how they build their cyber teams.

In 2025, open-source technology will navigate growing challenges, from security and sustainability to funding. New AI projects may offer solutions, but uncertainty remains.

Live kernel patching minimizes the need for organizations to take down servers, reboot systems, or schedule disruptive maintenance windows. While these challenges are significant, live patching offers a practical solution to reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency.

The merger of two popular open-source communities could sharpen the focus on bolstering online privacy and web-surfing anonymity.

Wolfi takes a novel approach focused on the rapid adoption of containerized and cloud-native workloads. One important principle of its design is prioritizing update speed over stability.

Ubuntu Pro subscriptions are free for personal use, and you can extend long-term support for your OS by an additional five years. With this extended support, you'll receive security and bug fixes without needing to perform a manual OS upgrade.

Better collaboration between public and private sectors to advance open-source security is a major unresolved technology concern, especially as open-source software gains global dominance alongside artificial intelligence technology.