OverTheWire Wargames: A Fun Way to Learn Hacking
Hacking is a skill that fascinates many people. You’ve seen hackers in movies. They type at keyboards, breaking into high-security systems in seconds. But real hacking isn’t quite like that. It takes patience, creativity, and most importantly, a lot of practice. One of the best ways to sharpen your hacking skills is by playing wargames. They are…
Androxgh0st Malware Continues Targeting IoT Devices and Critical Infrastructure
Cybersecurity firm Check Point’s Global Threat Index for November 2024 underscores the escalating sophistication of cybercriminals. A key highlight is the rapid rise of Androxgh0st malware, now intergrated with the notorious Mozi botnet. This worrisome combination poses a significant threat to critical infrastructure globally. Critical infrastructure, encompassing energy grids, transportation systems, healthcare networks, and more, remains a…
Debugging SSH connections: A Comprehensive Guide
SSH (Secure Shell) is the backbone of remote system administration and secure remote access, serving millions of developers and system administrators daily. However, when SSH connections fail, the cryptographic nature of the protocol can make debugging challenging. The complex interplay between authentication mechanisms, encryption algorithms, and network layers often obscures the root cause of connection…
Linux: Understand sudo to Rule Your Server
Granting the user full administrative rights over the OS, sudo is one of the most important — and dangerous — commands in Linux. Here’s how to use it wisely. You’ve probably seen the XKCD cartoon wherein one person asks another to make them a sandwich. When the second person refuses, the first responds with, “sudo…
Hacker Wins $47,000 by Outsmarting an AI Chatbot Designed Never to Transfer Money
A hacker known as “p0pular.eth” has claimed a $47,000 prize by outsmarting an AI chatbot named Freysa, designed to resist any attempts to transfer funds. Freysa’s sole directive was clear: never approve a money transfer. Despite this, after 481 failed attempts by other participants, the hacker’s carefully crafted prompt on the 482nd try succeeded. The competition…
The Importance of Zero Trust Architecture in Modern Security
As cyber threats continue to evolve, traditional security models are increasingly inadequate. The days when a strong perimeter defense could protect an organization’s assets are long gone. In today’s interconnected and cloud-centric world, the need for a more robust and adaptable security framework has given rise to the concept of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA). This…
THE TECH UTOPIA FANTASY IS OVER
The initial optimism about tech and its potential to improve lives has faded. Despite some benefits like increased political awareness and connectivity, tech now often exacerbates social issues such as misinformation, disinformation, economic inequality, and environmental harm. Companies continue to push a utopian vision that fails to materialize, while engaging in practices that contradict their…
INTERNET EXPOSED GNSS, RECIVERS POSE THREAT GLOBALLY IN 2024
Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) are used across numerous industries for positioning, navigation, and timing. However, these systems are susceptible to several attack vectors, including jamming, spoofing, and cyberattacks. In 2023, hacktivist groups exploited vulnerabilities in internet-exposed GNSS receivers, demonstrating the potential for serious damage. Despite some mitigation efforts, research in 2024 shows thousands of…
GOOGLE DORKING
Google Dorking, also known as Google Hacking, is a technique for crafting search queries on Google to access specific sites, file types, or pages. This process is useful in OSINT investigations and penetration testing. The post explains common dorks like ‘cache’, ‘filetype’, ‘intitle’, ‘inurl’ and their uses, while emphasizing the legal boundaries. It covers use…
GOOGLE INTERNET BALLON FAILED
Around three billion people globally lack proper internet access due to infrastructure, economic, and geographic limitations. High-altitude platform stations (balloons, airships, gliders, airplanes) aim to bridge this gap, offering more flexible and cost-effective solutions compared to satellites. They provide high-data-rate applications and could support emergency scenarios, IoT devices, agriculture, and environmental monitoring. Key challenges remain…
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