KB5009624 or KB5009595 Virtual Machine could not be started.
This month’s Patch Tuesday (January 11th, 2022) has featured two updates that appear to break Hyper-V on Windows Server 2012 R2 servers. If you installed either KB5009624 or KB5009595 and are receiving “Virtual Machine {VM NAME} could not be started because the hypervisor is not running”, then you should uninstall both updates and restart.
The following events will also be visible in the System Event Logs:
Source: Hyper-V-Hypervisor
Error ID: 80
Hypervisor launch failed; The operating systems boot loader failed with error 0xC00000BB.
Source: Hyper-V-VMMS
Error ID: 15350
The virtualization infrastructure driver (VID) is not running.
Source: Hyper-V-VMMS
Error ID: 15160
‘MACHINE NAME’ failed to restore virtual machine state.
Workaround
There is no permanent solution currently available. To fix this problem, you need to remove the update from the Hyper-V host by doing the following:
1) Open elevated command prompt on the Hyper-V Host
2) Run “wusa /uninstall /kb:5009624”
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How To Enable Root Login And SSH For Ubuntu 20.04
In this tutorial you will be shown how to enable Root login and SSH for Ubuntu 20.04. Root access is the administrative user that you can use to access and edit all of the files on your server (this includes system-critical files). In some situations, for proper installation of software on Ubuntu 20.04 using root access will make things easier.
Let’s get started
- Log into your Ubuntu 20.04 server and run the following command to apply a password to the root user.
sudo passwd root
2. Now, let’s edit your SSH config to allow root to be able to SSH into your Ubuntu 20.04 server.
sudo nano /etc/ssh/sshd_config
3. Move down towards the end of the config file and type in the following.
PermitRootLogin Yes
4. Use CTRL+X and you will be prompted to save the config.
5. You should be prompted with the question to Save Modified Buffer? Type … Read the rest
How To Install Plex Media Server On Ubuntu 20.04
In this tutorial you will be shown how to install Plex Media Server on Ubuntu 20.04. Plex Media Server is a convenient way to organize and enjoy your media. Used in combination with modern technology, it is easy to navigate and access your content anywhere — whether at home, in the car, or on a boat in the ocean.
Ubuntu 20.04 Server Requirements
- A local physical server or VPS with Ubuntu 20.04.
- Minimum of 4 CPU cores.
- Minimum of 4GB ram.
- Minimum of 30GB storage.
- Minimum of 1 Network Adapter
- Ability to SSH into server as Root user.
- Fully Patched Ubuntu 20.04 Server
Things To Note
- Single 720p transcode: Intel Core i3 3.0 GHz
- Single 1080p transcode: Intel Core i5 3.0GHz
- Single 4K transcode: Intel Core i7 3.2GHz
There is a great development for Ubuntu Linux users. Snaps , makes it possible to simplify the entire process of … Read the rest
How To Install Nessus On Ubuntu 20.04
In this tutorial you will be shown how to install and configure Tenable’s Nessus Vulnerability Scanner on Ubuntu 20.04.
Nessus is a tool that checks computers to find vulnerabilities that hackers COULD exploit. Nessus works by testing each port on a computer, determining what service it is running, and then testing this service to make sure there are no vulnerabilities in it that could be used by a hacker to carry out a malicious attack.
Server Requirements
- A local physical server or VPS with Ubuntu 20.04.
- Minimum of 4 CPU cores.
- Minimum of 4GB ram.
- Minimum of 30GB storage.
- Minimum of 1 Network Adapter
- Ability to SSH into server as Root user.
- Fully Patched Ubuntu Server
Now Let’s Install Nessus on Ubuntu 20.04
- Open your Browser and click on Nessus Downloads to review latest releases. In my case the latest release for this tutorial is Nessus-10.0.2-ubuntu1110_amd64.deb. Download the latest
This Year You Should Expect Stronger Cyber Security Regulations
The government is cracking down on cyber security. According to The Wall Street Journal, and companies are expected to comply with the more stringent cyber security regulations.
In early 2021, a SolarWinds and Microsoft hack occurred. They have been linked to Russia and China, respectively. President Joe Biden has issued a presidential executive order that mandates cyber attack reporting in some critical infrastructure sectors. The confirmation of a new National Cyber Director has also occurred. He is Chris Inglis and will oversee the cybersecurity efforts of the U.S. government.
Later in 2021, Kaseya and JBS SA were hit by ransomware. This is a big deal for critical infrastructure companies, because more regulation will likely follow. According to Sidley Austin LLP Partner Sujit Raman: “I think we’re going to see more regulations, because the government is going to have to step in and say, ‘Look, this is a national security … Read the rest
How To Fix Printer Shares After PrintNightmare Patches Are Installed
In this tutorial you will be shown how to fix printer shares after PrintNightmare patches are installed. The PrintNightmare patches have been the bane of my existence and I’m sure others have felt its pain as well. There is many articles going about how to remove the patches to resolve the issue but we need to move forward with patches in place and not remove patches to resolve the issue.
Step 1
Make sure to update all your servers and workstations with the latest patches.
Step 2
Log into your Active Directory / Domain Controller Server.
- Take note, I am assuming you would have a dedicated policy for your printers.
- Click Start.
- Type gpedit.msc and press Enter to open the Group Policy Editor.
- Locate and delete the existing printer policy or policy’s.
Step 3
Now log into the server that has the print management services installed and printers … Read the rest
How to remove domain group policy from a windows computer
Domain group policies are a set of software restrictions that network administrators can create. The network administrators will specify rules for what users can and cannot do on the computer. For example, they can set a rule to make sure that people use complex passwords. Domain group policies help ensure that network administrators are the only ones who can modify computer settings in order to keep all of the company’s equipment under one specific standard.
This tutorial will show you how to solve an issue that occurs when older domain based group policy’s don’t remove themselves and still cause problems with your desktop. For example, if you delete a printer from the Group Policy Server and refresh it and then try to manually remove it from the desktop, it keeps coming back even after successfully running gpupdate /force on the desktop. This is because the desktop is having an issue … Read the rest
Microsoft Warns Log4j Flaw Attacks Remain High
Microsoft has warned that Windows and Azure customers should be on high alert after spotting state-sponsored and cyber-criminal hackers probing systems for a flaw in the Log4j. Microsoft says it spotted attackers using the Log4j flaw through December.
The Apache open source project disclosed on December 9 and will likely take a long time to fix the Log4j flaw. The problem is widespread because the open source project is used in many applications and services.
Microsoft says that this problem is not just in your organization; it’s everywhere. The company has released updates to its security software to help you identify the vulnerability and protect yourself from attackers.
… Read the rest“Exploitation attempts and testing have remained high during the last weeks of December. We have observed many existing attackers adding exploits of these vulnerabilities in their existing malware kits and tactics, from coin miners to hands-on-keyboard attacks,” the Microsoft 365 Defender Threat
Hestia Control Panel with A2 Hosting
In this tutorial you will be shown how to setup a website server using Ubuntu 20.04 and Hestia Control Panel within A2 Hosting. I have made my move from Linode VPS to A2 Hosting VPS to host my website server.
Now the few reasons I have decided to move my Hestia Control Panel over to A2 Hosting was due to a few issues with Linode servers. I had horrible server performance, however they would move me to less nosey shared VPS servers I would continue to suffer after a few hours. I also believe that Linode’s environment may be suffering from many bot crawls and DDOS attacks on their client base. After performing a live move to A2 Hosting and testing it out for a few days I have noticed increased performance. Pages loaded quicker and there has been less noise on the server from bot crawls and DDOS attacks. … Read the rest
Ideal VMware Home Lab Setup
Discover the perfect VMware Home Lab Setup for your virtualization needs. Explore an ideal environment to enhance your skills and test various configurations efficiently. Unlock the power of virtualization at home!”
A great way to learn about VMware technology is by starting a home lab. A home lab will help you learn about technology by providing you with an enjoyable, low-stress way to do so. It will also help you find out the areas of technology you are interested in. In addition, a home lab is practical because you can use it to service your own home.
What is a VMware Home Lab?
A VMware Home Lab is a place for experimentation, for testing new ideas, for learning new things about VMware, and for having fun. It is a place outside of the office where you can do personal projects that may lead to professional development. Well, it depends on … Read the rest
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