Linux is a popular and free computer operating system.  Recently researchers at the cloud security company Qualys discovered a major security flaw in the Linux operating system which they have named GHOST that would enable hackers to remotely take total control of a Linux user’s computer or other device without having to even know a password.  The GHOST security flaw could be exploited merely though an email from a Linux-based system to the victim’s computer or other device.  Fortunately, there is a patch for this security problem.  A link to the patch can be found below.

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If you are a Linux user it is imperative that you download the security patch immediately.  Here is a link that will take you to the necessary patches.  https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2015/01/27/Linux-Ghost-Remote-Code-Execution-Vulnerability

This is just another example of how important it is to keep up to date with the latest security patches and updates and install them as soon as possible.  Hackers and identity thieves constantly are taking advantage of people who do not update the software they use on their computers and other devices with the latest security patches.  Here at Scamicide we inform you whenever there are important security patches and updates about which you should be aware.  Make sure that you check out Scamicide every day and let your friends know to do the same.