Automation & DevOps

CVE-2025-66478: How I Got Hacked and What You Must Do Now

Discovering a crypto miner running as root on your home server is every self-hoster's worst nightmare. This detailed guide walks through the CVE-2025-66478 attack vector, shows you how to detect similar compromises, and provides actionable steps to secure your infrastructure.

12 min read | 80 views | Dec 21, 2025

25+ Years in Tech Without a Real Interview: The Hidden Career Path

How do some tech professionals build decades-long careers without ever facing a traditional job interview? We explore the hidden path of networking, skill demonstration, and automation expertise that bypasses conventional hiring processes.

12 min read | 84 views | Dec 21, 2025

Beyond the Basics: 2025's Best Lightweight Self-Hosted Apps

The addiction is real—once you start self-hosting, you just want more. We've scoured the community to find the most useful, visually appealing, and resource-light applications to add to your stack in 2025, moving beyond the usual suspects.

10 min read | 86 views | Dec 21, 2025

Docker Hardened Images Go Open Source: What It Means for DevOps

Docker's decision to make hardened container images free and open source changes the security landscape for DevOps teams. This comprehensive guide explores what Docker Hardened Images offer, why they matter, and how to implement them effectively in your production workflows.

12 min read | 82 views | Dec 20, 2025

GitHub's U-Turn: Why Self-Hosted DevOps Should Diversify

GitHub's sudden policy U-turn in late 2025 sent shockwaves through the self-hosting community. While the immediate threat is gone, the incident reveals why diversifying your DevOps stack is no longer optional—it's essential for resilience.

11 min read | 86 views | Dec 20, 2025

When Security Tools Reveal Too Much: The OF Incident

A sysadmin's routine check of phishing reports revealed an employee's OnlyFans subscription, sparking a major debate about privacy, monitoring, and where IT's responsibility ends. This incident highlights critical issues every organization faces in 2025.

10 min read | 85 views | Dec 20, 2025