Turning an Old Android Smartphone into a Fully Functional Home Server

Date: 11/08/2025

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Imagine this scenario: you have an old Android smartphone. Its primary function has long been lost—perhaps the screen is cracked, the mobile communication module has died, or the phone has simply become obsolete. There’s not much point in selling it for next to nothing, but you could definitely put it on “permanent charge” and set it up as a server. You won’t even need to run Linux on the smartphone or compile anything. Everything you need is available on Google Play.
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Paper Werewolf Group Exploits WinRAR Vulnerabilities for Attacks

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Date: 09/08/2025

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In July and early August 2025, the espionage hacking group Paper Werewolf attacked several organizations from Russia and Uzbekistan. The phishing emails had RAR archives attached, supposedly containing important documents, but in reality, they included malware. The attackers exploited two vulnerabilities in WinRAR, which allow the installation of malicious software when the archive is unpacked.

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Creating a Bootable USB Drive with Arch Linux Live Image

Date: 09/08/2025

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Today, we’ll create a “live” USB drive with the Arch Linux installation image. By “live,” I mean you’ll be able to install and remove programs, modify any files, and save changes while using it. I’ve prepared a detailed guide on the essential steps, but you’ll be able to customize everything to your liking from there.
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Unlocking the Secret Features of DuckDuckGo: Unique Tools You Won’t Find on Google

Date: 09/08/2025

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If anyone is familiar with the DuckDuckGo search engine, it’s primarily because of its enhanced privacy features. Unlike Google or Yandex, it doesn’t collect user data, although its search results might not be as comprehensive. However, digging a bit deeper reveals it to be a powerful tool that can significantly simplify and speed up information retrieval from the web.
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