Deploy an image | Render · Cloud Hosting for DevelopersThis post on Render's website explains how to deploy a Docker image to their cloud hosting service. The post covers how to deploy public and private images, how to manage credentials, and how to deploy images manually or via webhook. There are also some limitations to be aware of, such as the image needing to be built for the linux/amd64 platform and the compressed image size being less than 10Gi.
Top 20 Open Source Vulnerability Scanner Tools in 2023 - Virtualization HowtoThis article discusses the importance of vulnerability scanning and the areas that need to be covered, including operating systems, network infrastructure, web applications, databases, source code, containers and microservices, and third-party and open-source libraries. It also highlights the benefits of using open-source vulnerability scanners and lists the top 20 open-source vulnerability scanners in 2023, categorized by web application scanners, network scanners, Docker and Kubernetes scanners, code scanners, and infrastructure scanners. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of continuous scanning and monitoring and complementing vulnerability scanning with other security practices.
Using Azure Functions for Exchange Online | Practical365This post discusses using Azure Functions for Exchange Online operations, which can be triggered by different events such as queue, timer, event grid, and HTTP. It explains why Azure Functions can be a better option than Exchange Online PowerShell for certain scenarios, and provides a walkthrough of creating a function to retrieve mailbox permissions. The post also covers limitations of Azure Functions and provides information on upcoming conferences where the topic will be discussed in more detail.
What's The Difference Between Cybersecurity Vs Information Security?The terms "cybersecurity" and "information security" are often used interchangeably, but there is a slight difference between them. Cybersecurity focuses on protecting computer systems and networks from online threats, while information security covers a wider scope by protecting data in all forms. Cybersecurity mainly focuses on external threats, while information security considers both internal and external risks. Organizations should adopt comprehensive information security strategies to reduce the risk of breaches and leaks with serious consequences. Integrating cybersecurity and information security is key in today's digital world to ensure protection against cyber threats and defend valuable data.
Microsoft releases new free Windows 11 virtual machines - NeowinMicrosoft has released a new set of Windows 11-based virtual machines for free download, called the Windows 11 Development Environment, which includes Windows 11 Enterprise and developer tools such as Visual Studio 2022 Community Edition and Windows Subsystem for Linux 2. The virtual machines are available in four formats and are valid for 90 days. The Windows 11 Development Environment is x86-only and does not support activation with a product key.
Popular PowerShell Tips and Tricks in 2023This post compiles 10 popular PowerShell tips and tricks, including generating PowerShell code with ChatGPT, navigating the Windows file system, importing the Active Directory module, splitting strings, signing PowerShell scripts, encrypting sensitive information, accessing Azure AD, exporting command history, scanning networks for connected devices, and tracking group policy drift.
Synology: Best NAS For Docker – Marius HostingThis post from Marius Hosting recommends Synology NAS models for running Docker, based on firsthand experience. The author highlights the importance of CPU AVX support and CPU turbo, and recommends models such as the DS723+, DS923+, and DS1522+ for their good quality-price ratio. The post also includes notes on recommended RAM and SSD cache upgrades, and advises against purchasing 20x series NAS models for Docker due to the absence of AVX support.
Enable network authentication with Azure AD only joined devices & IntuneThis post discusses the challenges of establishing network connections on Intune managed devices, particularly those joined only to Azure AD, and recommends using certificate authentication as the most secure solution. The post also outlines the technical prerequisites for achieving this, including certificate deployment, network profile configuration, and trusted root certificate deployment. The post also highlights the importance of configuring the Subject (Alternative) Name attribute correctly in the Intune profile and outlines the various validation techniques available for network components to verify authentication requests.
