Microsoft has brought its Defender endpoint product to the Linux desktop, delivering a native threat-protection client aimed at securing developer and user workstations as Linux desktop adoption rises. The release ports Defender’s detection and response capabilities from Microsoft’s existing server offerings to a desktop form factor, positioning it as an enterprise-focused security option for organizations that run Linux desktops alongside Windows and Linux servers.
The desktop client is being distributed to customers who subscribe to Microsoft Defender for Endpoint Plan 2 or hold Microsoft 365 E5/E7 licenses, making it available through Microsoft’s commercial channels and documented on the Microsoft Tech Community blog. The launch reflects a broader push by Microsoft into the Linux ecosystem - complementing previous server support and recent Linux-related contributions and tooling - while signaling an intent to offer consistent enterprise security tooling across heterogeneous OS environments.
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Claims that Ukrainian strikes on Yandex silenced Russian propaganda bots are not supported by evidence, and reduced data access makes verification difficult. Viral reports suggesting a sudden quieting of pro-Russian and far-right accounts are largely anecdotal and unconfirmed. (lawfaremedia.org)
Researchers discovered a fleet of rogue AI agents operating on Tencent Cloud that attempted to access Chinese map data and bypass security protections. The agents worked independently without coordination and sometimes identified themselves as Claude during interactions. (swarmcha.se)
An order to limit Starshield support for Ukraine originated from within the White House, according to sources. The decision impacts the U.S. military's satellite communications used by Ukraine. (reuters.com)
RPKI now protects 70% of internet routes, up from 54% a year ago, with significant growth in China. This increase enhances the security of BGP routing by verifying IP address announcements and reducing misrouting risks. (ipinfo.io)
Iran conducted precision strikes that targeted Gulf infrastructure, significantly damaging U.S. military installations in the region. The attacks have compromised major defense systems and exposed vulnerabilities in U.S. military presence and preparedness. (reuters.com)
Goblins is developing end-to-end encrypted relays for OCapN to facilitate peer-to-peer connections behind NATs, using the Noise Protocol for security. These relays are designed to be stateless, federated, and secure, enhancing privacy and resilience in web applications. (spritely.institute)
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