Xubuntu Website Hacked and Served Malware
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The Xubuntu website was reportedly hacked and served malware, prompting concerns about user security and the need for verification of ISO downloads.
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wrayjustin
2 months ago
Previous Discussion: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45634367
alxmdev
2 months ago
Looks like another "/wp-content" gift, static HTML forever!
garciansmith
2 months ago
This was reported six days ago (https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45634367). I'm kind of surprised the download link is still down.
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