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Category: Computer und Internet

CrowdSec vs. Fail2Ban: Differences in Practical Use

CrowdSec and Fail2Ban block suspicious IP addresses, but they differ in terms of detection, enforcement, and operational overhead. This comparison shows which solution is best suited for VPS, proxy, and distributed setups.

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Security
Fail2Ban Alternatives for Modern Linux Servers

CrowdSec, SSHGuard, and nftables take different approaches to security. The key factors are the attack surface, log sources, enforcement level, and the operational overhead that can be sustained over the long term.

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Security
OpenSSL 3.x: Security Improvements for Hosting Systems

OpenSSL 3.x improves the controllable selection of cryptographic algorithms and more clearly distinguishes between legacy and modern technologies. For hosting systems, it remains crucial to coordinate the planning of supported branches, service-specific TLS policies, and compatibility testing.

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Security
KernelCare ePortal for Larger Hosting Infrastructures

KernelCare ePortal centralizes the distribution and deployment of live patches across large Linux fleets. This article explains when the additional platform is worthwhile and how to manage patch rings, mirroring, replication, and security controls effectively.

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