The Unix timestamp ends in 2038, now what?
On Jan. 19, 2038, an IT problem threatens to have a major impact worldwide. Where did the problem come from, what will happen in 2038 and is there a solution to it?
The 2038 problem actually dates back to the early days of the computer age. Back then, 32-bit processors were the standard. Althoug... Read more
IBM gives z/OS a major AI upgrade with version 3.1
IBM has given its operating system z/OS with version 3.1 a major update with several AI capabilities for its Z-series servers. This gives these many capabilities for AI solutions and applications.
The update to IBM z/OS that has now been implemented is a big one. The version of the IBM operating... Read more
Two core Unix-like utilities to be rewritten in “memory-safe” Rust
A group of memory safety advocates are rewriting "sudo" and "su" in the modern Rust language.
This week the Prossimo group reported that it has launched a new initiative to "reimplement the ubiquitous sudo and su utilities in Rust".
Josh Aas reported the project in a blog post for Prossimo, a... Read more
Qoppa Software updates Java PDF development tools
The updated PDF processing and conversion SDK includes full Java 17 support, LTV-enabled signatures, PDF-X1/X3 conversion and font enhancements.
Qoppa develops PDF solutions. The firm recently released a new version of its Java PDF development tools and components.
Developers use Qoppa’s P... Read more
‘New Unix rootkit used to steal data from ATMs’
Hacker collective LightBasin used a new Unix rootkit to steal financial data from ATMs in order to carry out fraudulent transactions.
The activity was discovered by security expert Mandiant. According to the researchers, the LightBasin hackers targeted customers of banks The collective focused o... Read more