I’ve been running the Linux desktop since the great desktop debate was between C Shell and Bash. I’ve never felt a need for a Linux antivirus program. But, that’s not to say that I thought I could get away without Linux desktop or server security. Far from it! While I use third-party programs like the ones below, I rely on good security practices to secure my system.
Mind you, in recent years we’ve seen an enormous increase in Linux malware. According to security company Crowdstrike, Linux malware increased by 35% in 2021 compared to 2020. Before you tear your hair out keep in mind that the vast majority of these attacks are not targeting Linux servers or cloud instances. Instead, Crowdstrike reports, XorDDoS, Mirai and Mozi, the biggest Linux-based malware families, go after the low-hanging fruit of internet of things (IoT) devices.
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