Vue lecture

Pay2Key Returns: A Deep Dive into the Linux Ransomware Targeting Servers and Cloud Infrastructure

Linux systems are often perceived as more secure by design, but recent threats prove that assumption can be dangerous. Modern ransomware like Pay2Key demonstrates how attackers combine simple Linux utilities such as cp command, netcat command, useradd command, or the apt command with advanced techniques to compromise servers at scale. These tools, normally used for administration and automation, can be abused to deploy payloads, maintain persistence, and move laterally inside infrastructure.

The post Pay2Key Returns: A Deep Dive into the Linux Ransomware Targeting Servers and Cloud Infrastructure appeared first on Linux Today.

  •  

Firefox 150 Promises Support for the GTK Emoji Picker on Linux, Beta Out Now

Firefox 150 promises new features like support for the GTK emoji picker on Linux, allowing users to insert emoji by using the Ctrl+. shortcut, and the ability to reorganize PDF pages directly in the Firefox PDF viewer, including moving, copying, and deleting pages.

The post Firefox 150 Promises Support for the GTK Emoji Picker on Linux, Beta Out Now appeared first on Linux Today.

  •  

Calligra Suite: A Modern KDE-Native Office Experience for Linux Power Users

In a Linux ecosystem rich with office productivity tools like FreeOffice, LibreOffice, OpenOffice, OnlyOffice, and WPS Office, choosing the right suite often comes down to performance, integration, and workflow preferences. While most users gravitate toward mainstream solutions, there’s a powerful and elegant alternative that deserves more attention: Calligra Suite.

Built by the KDE community, Calligra Suite is not just another office package—it’s a fully integrated productivity platform designed with flexibility and creativity in mind. Unlike traditional office suites that mimic Microsoft Office paradigms, Calligra introduces a unique, modular approach to document creation, visual design, and data management.

The post Calligra Suite: A Modern KDE-Native Office Experience for Linux Power Users appeared first on Linux Today.

  •  

How to Install SSH on Ubuntu 26.04

In this blog post, we will show you how to install SSH on Ubuntu 26.04. SSH (Secure Shell) is a cryptographic network protocol for operating network services securely over an unsecured network. SSH enables secure data transfer between two machines (server-to-server or server-to-local computer) to ensure data is transferred without interruption. In addition to installing the SSH server, this post will cover SSH configuration and the most commonly used SSH commands, with examples.

Installing and configuring SSH on Ubuntu 26.04 is a straightforward and takes a couple of minutes. Let’s get started.

The post How to Install SSH on Ubuntu 26.04 appeared first on Linux Today.

  •  

NVIDIA 595 Linux Graphics Driver Released as Latest Production Branch Version

Highlights of NVIDIA 595 include support for the VK_EXT_descriptor_heap and VK_EXT_present_timing Vulkan extensions, support for Wayland 1.20, support for DRI3 1.2, and a new application profile that allows CUDA-using apps to reach P0 PState.

The post NVIDIA 595 Linux Graphics Driver Released as Latest Production Branch Version appeared first on Linux Today.

  •  

Transmission Reimagined: A Fast, Lightweight, and Modern BitTorrent Client

If you’ve explored torrent clients before, you’ve probably come across alternatives like qBittorrent, or spent time organizing files to better display directory structures alongside tools such as FreeOffice or OpenShot. In that ecosystem, Transmission stands out for a very specific reason: it does less—but does it exceptionally well.

Transmission is a minimalist, open-source BitTorrent client designed with efficiency, simplicity, and performance in mind. Unlike feature-heavy alternatives, it focuses on delivering a clean experience with low system resource usage, making it a favorite among Linux users and those who prefer a distraction-free interface.

The post Transmission Reimagined: A Fast, Lightweight, and Modern BitTorrent Client appeared first on Linux Today.

  •  

Microsoft Edge Stable on Linux: A Surprisingly Solid Chromium Alternative

If you’re exploring modern browsers on Linux, you’ve probably come across options like Brave Browser, Midori, Opera GX, or Vivaldi. Each has its strengths, but Microsoft Edge Stable has quietly become a serious contender—even in a space where Microsoft technologies have traditionally been met with skepticism.

Microsoft Edge is a Chromium-based web browser developed by Microsoft, designed for performance, security, and deep integration with modern web standards. While it shares its engine with many popular browsers, Edge differentiates itself with a unique feature set, strong privacy controls, and tight integration with Microsoft services.

The post Microsoft Edge Stable on Linux: A Surprisingly Solid Chromium Alternative appeared first on Linux Today.

  •