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Data Security
Oct 27, 2016
The Mirai Botnet Attack and Revenge of the Internet of Things
Once upon a time in early 2016, we were talking with pen tester Ken Munro about the security of IoT gadgetry — everything from wireless doorbells to coffee makers and...
Michael Buckbee
5 min read
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Data Security
Oct 25, 2016
NTFS Permissions vs Share: Everything You Need to Know
NTFS permissions are used to manage access to the files and folders that are stored in NTFS file systems. When you are using share and NTFS (NT File System) permissions together, the most restrictive permission wins.
Michael Buckbee
3 min read
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Data Security
Oct 24, 2016
SQL Server Best Practices, Part II: Virtualized Environments
It is 2016 and some people still think SQL Server cannot be run on a virtual machine. SQL Server can successfully run in a VM but SQL is resource-intensive by...
Kieran Laffan
8 min read
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Data Security
Oct 20, 2016
What is Privileged Access Management (PAM)?
Privileged access management is the process to monitor and secure your most sensitive user accounts. Keep reading to find out how to use PAM to keep your data safe.
Michael Buckbee
5 min read
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Data Security
Oct 06, 2016
When a Cyber Attack Is a Political Weapon
We’re not surprised when hackers attack companies to scoop up credit card numbers or to cause IT disruption. If they’re state sponsored, they may target organizations to pull out intellectual...
Michael Buckbee
3 min read
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Data Security
Sep 29, 2016
How to setup your DNS Server like North Korea
I can only imagine it’s a high stress job doing IT support for Kim Jong Un as he’s the kind of manager who probably watches you over your shoulder, touches...
Michael Buckbee
2 min read
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Data Security
Sep 16, 2016
The Difference Between SSL and TLS
SSL and TLS are used interchangably in conversations as they are incredibly closely related. Knowing the subtle difference is key.
Michael Buckbee
2 min read
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Data Security
Sep 06, 2016
The Vulnerability of Things - IOSS 21
We were thrilled when Pen Testing veteran, Ken Munro joined our show to discuss the vulnerabilities of things. In this episode, Ken reveals the potential security risks in a multitude of IoT devices...
Michael Buckbee
1 min read
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Data Security
Aug 31, 2016
Malware Coding Lessons for IT People, Part II: Fun With FUD Ransomware!
Let’s not overthink ransomware! It’s just a small malicious piece of code with one devious goal — encrypting all of the user’s important files. It the unfortunate victim wants to...
Oded Awaskar
4 min read
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Data Security
Aug 19, 2016
New SamSam Ransomware Exploiting Old JBoss Vulnerability
One of the lessons learned from the uptick in ransomware attacks is that it pays to keep your security patches up to date. A few months ago the SamSam/Samas malware...
Michael Buckbee
1 min read
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Data Security
Aug 17, 2016
Six Authentication Experts You Should Follow
Our recent ebook shows what’s wrong with current password-based authentication technology. But luckily, there are a few leading experts that are shaping the future of the post-password world. Here are six people...
Michael Buckbee
3 min read
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Data Security
Aug 02, 2016
SQL Server Best Practices, Part I: Configuration
Am I the only one who finds the Microsoft SQL server best practice guides to be a little painful to trawl through? Somehow, I doubt it. After being frustrated reading...
Kieran Laffan
7 min read
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