Introduction to BitLocker Security If you use a Windows computer for data storage or processing, securing it is critical. BitLocker provides full-volume encryption using the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). This method ensures that your data is unreadable without a decryption key. The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) securely manages these keys. This security chip protects your […]
How the attack against Microsoft Exchange on December 13, 2023 exposed thousands of email accounts On December 13, 2023, Microsoft was the target of a sophisticated attack by a hacker group called Lapsus$. This attack exploited another vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange, known as CVE-2023-23415, which allowed the attackers to execute remote code on the email […]
What are Zero-Day Flaws and Why are They Dangerous? A zero-day flaw is a previously unknown vulnerability in software that hackers can exploit before the vendor becomes aware and devises a patch. These vulnerabilities are particularly perilous because there is no existing defense against their exploitation. Cybercriminals can use zero-day flaws to launch sophisticated cyberattacks, […]
What is Stalkerware and Why is it Dangerous? Stalkerware, including known programs like FlexiSpy, mSpy, and Spyera, tracks your location and accesses calls, messages, and photos. These programs can secretly activate your camera or microphone. To counter these invasions, safeguard your digital privacy from stalkerware. Physical access or being tricked into clicking malicious links; often […]
Human Limitations in Strong Passwords: Cybersecurity’s Weak Link Passwords are essential for protecting our data on the Internet. But creating a strong password is not easy. It requires a balance between security and usability. In this article, we will explain what entropy is and how it measures the strength of a password. We will also […]
Protect Yourself from the Terrapin Attack: Shield Your SSH Security with Proven Strategies SSH is a widely used protocol for secure communication over the internet. It allows you to remotely access and control servers, transfer files, and encrypt data. However, SSH is not immune to attacks, and a recent vulnerability OpenSSH before 9.6 (CVE-2023-48795) has exposed […]
Google OAuth2 security flaw: Strategies Against Persistent Cookie Threats in Online Services Google OAuth2 security flaw poses a serious threat that affects millions of users worldwide. However, hackers can exploit an undocumented OAuth2 endpoint to generate persistent cookies that allow them to access your online services, such as Gmail, Google Drive, YouTube, etc., without needing […]
What you need to know about the new EU data protection regulation (2023/2854) Personal data is a valuable asset in the digital age, but also a vulnerable asset. This is why the European Union has adopted a new regulation to protect the personal data of individuals in the EU. Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2023/2854 supplements […]
