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Sep 04, 2018
The Top Skills of Fortune 100 CISOs
What does it take to become a top CISO? We analyzed CISOs of Fortune 100 companies to find the most common skills and educational background of the world's top cybersecurity leaders today.
Rob Sobers
1 min read
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Aug 31, 2018
What is the Colorado Privacy Law?
On September 1, 2018, the Colorado Protections for Consumer Data Privacy law, HB 18-1128, goes into effect. A bi-partisan group introduced HB 18-1128 in January, and after the usual negotiations,...
Michael Buckbee
2 min read
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Jul 19, 2018
The Malware Hiding in Your Windows System32 Folder: More Rundll32 and LoL Security Defense Tips
When we left off last, I showed how it’s possible to run VBScript directly from mshta. I can play a similar trick with another LoL-ware binary, our old friend rundll32....
Michael Buckbee
3 min read
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Jul 02, 2018
The Malware Hiding in Your Windows System32 Folder: More Alternate Data Streams and Rundll32
Last time, we saw how sneaky hackers can copy malware into the Alternate Data Stream (ADS) associated with a Windows file. I showed how this can be done with the...
Michael Buckbee
4 min read
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Jun 14, 2018
The Malware Hiding in Your Windows System32 Folder: Certutil and Alternate Data Streams
We don’t like to think that the core Window binaries on our servers are disguised malware, but it’s not such a strange idea. OS tools such as regsrv32 and mshta...
Michael Buckbee
3 min read
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Jun 07, 2018
What Does it Take to Be an Ethical Hacker?
A white hat hacker, or an ethical hacker, works with agencies and organizations to discover network vulnerabilities and security flaws. Learn what it takes to make hacking your profession with our guide!
Rob Sobers
3 min read
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Jun 04, 2018
The Malware Hiding in Your Windows System32 Folder: Mshta, HTA, and Ransomware
The LoL approach to hacking is a lot like the “travel light” philosophy for tourists. Don’t bring anything to your destination that you can’t find or inexpensively purchase once you’re…
Michael Buckbee
5 min read
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Jun 01, 2018
The State of CryptoWall in 2018
CryptoWall and its variants are still favorite toys of the cybercriminals that want your Bitcoin. Learn more about the state of CryptoWall in 2018, today!
Michael Buckbee
5 min read
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May 30, 2018
Australian Prudential Regulation Authority CPS 234
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) regulates Australia’s financial services industry, including banks, insurance companies, and investments firms. In December 2018, they published the final version of its security framework,...
Michael Buckbee
1 min read
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May 25, 2018
What's The Difference Between a Proxy and a VPN?
Comparing a proxy vs VPN? We're taking a look at each to help you understand the benefits, drawbacks and steps to deciding which is right for your company!
Michael Buckbee
4 min read
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May 24, 2018
The Malware Hiding in Your Windows System32 Folder: Intro to Regsvr32
In our epic series on Malware-Free Hacking, I wrote about techniques that let you use well-known Microsoft apps and tools to run evil custom scripts. This file-less hack-craft usually involves sneaking...
Michael Buckbee
5 min read
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May 21, 2018
What is a Proxy Server and How Does it Work?
A proxy server acts as a gateway between you and the internet. Learn the basics about proxies with our complete, easy-to-follow guide.
Michael Buckbee
7 min read