A new class of problems lets a malicious app pre-configure an invisible privilege update.

New Hack language adds static typing and other conveniences.

New crypto policy system will offer easier configuration and more uniform security.

Ubuntu founder denounces insecurity in proprietary, close-source software blobs.

Vulnerability affects many Linux web servers

The Bavarian capital shuns Microsoft, Google, and other alternatives to implement an open source groupware solution.

Phone vendor partnerships bring Mark Shuttleworth's dream of Ubuntu on a phone a step closer to reality.

Donors will get to vote on new features for the free video editor.

Debian project puts init out to pasture and says no to Ubuntu's Upstart.

Ultra-sophisticated attack tool might have originated from a state-sponsored intelligence service.