Advanced Plus Security Victor M main PC config

Last updated
Feb 1, 2025
How it's used?
For home and private use
Operating system
Linux
Other operating system
Qubes OS, (sub systems: Fedora, Whonix)
On-device encryption
Other full-disk drive encryption software
Log-in security
    • Basic account password (insecure)
Security updates
Allow security updates and latest features
Update channels
Allow stable updates only
User Access Control
N/A - Linux / Mac / Other operating system
Smart App Control
N/A - Linux / Mac / Other operating system
Network firewall
Enabled
About WiFi router
pfSense w/ paid Snort IPS rules subscription
Ubiquity Edge Router X
Real-time security
Qubes OS virftualization
SELinux
Systemd service protection
Firewall security
Built-in Firewall for Mac/Linux
About custom security
Hardening as per Fortified Ubuntu: hardening Ubuntu 24 Desktop, with minor adjustments for Fedora
disposable inet facing qubes
RBAC
non-inet connected documents qube
Logwatch
Firejail
nmap
aide
linus auditing
Periodic malware scanners
clamav
root kit hunter
chk rootkit
I don't download software from the net, use Qubes software repository
Malware sample testing
I do not participate in malware testing
Environment for malware testing
n/a
Browser(s) and extensions
Firefox
Privacy Badger
Secure DNS
Quad9
Desktop VPN
ProtonVPN free
Password manager
password protected firefox password storage
Maintenance tools
Standard Linux tools
File and Photo backup
Qubes backup app
Subscriptions
    • Google One Premium 2TB
System recovery
Clonezilla disk image
Risk factors
    • Browsing to popular websites
    • Working from home
    • Making audio/video calls
    • Logging into my bank account
Computer specs
Upgraded Dell Latitude 3540
Intel i5 1335U
24 Gb RAM
256 Gb SSD
What I'm looking for?

Looking for medium feedback.

Victor M

Level 17
Thread author
Verified
Top Poster
Well-known
Oct 3, 2022
829
Qubes OS PC config.

Qubes doesn't really need 24 Gb ram, pc store miscommunication. I asked for 16 Gb total and he thought I wanted to add 16 Gb.

Qubes uses disposable vm's for it's inet facing parts. Needs 3 mins setup time for each reboot to re-setup vpn. But then I don't reboot often.

I advise pfsense users to purchase the paid snort rules plan, the free plan gives you up to 30 days old rules, which is useless for security.
 
Last edited:

About us

  • MalwareTips is a community-driven platform providing the latest information and resources on malware and cyber threats. Our team of experienced professionals and passionate volunteers work to keep the internet safe and secure. We provide accurate, up-to-date information and strive to build a strong and supportive community dedicated to cybersecurity.

User Menu

Follow us

Follow us on Facebook or Twitter to know first about the latest cybersecurity incidents and malware threats.

Top