Author: Griz
I am a cyber professional who has been computing since the late 1970s.
My goal is to help our readers understand cybersecurity, for either protecting themselves, their family, or offices. A secondary goal is to help people into the cybersecurity field as a career.
The Human Firewall: Your First Line of Defense
Imagine your workplace as a grand castle, fortified with walls, moats, and watchtowers. But amidst all the stone and steel, there exists a vital yet often overlooked defense: the human firewall. This invisible shield is composed of every employee—the knights, scribes, and jesters—who interact with the digital realm. Reporting Suspect Phishing Emails: A Heroic Quest Now,…
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Credential Stuffing
I know that you must get quite tired of hearing about your password. We tell you to keep it strong, use multi-factor authentication, blah blah blah… We often hear the same kinds of responses back, but it is just my email… I have nothing of interest in there. Yes, we know… and we sympathize. In…
Why is it dangerous to click on a random QR code?
Scanning a QR code itself is not inherently dangerous. QR codes are widely used for various purposes, such as providing information, accessing websites, making payments, and more. However, there are certain risks associated with scanning QR codes that can make them potentially dangerous if caution is not exercised. Here are a few reasons why scanning…
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Why is Password Reuse Bad?
Using the same password across multiple accounts is generally not a good idea for the following reasons: Security Breaches: If one account gets hacked, the hacker will be able to access all other accounts using the same password. Lack of Complexity: It is difficult to create a complex password that is unique for each account….
What is Phishing?
Phishing is a type of cyber attack in which an attacker tries to trick a victim into giving away sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, credit card numbers, or other personal data. Phishing attacks typically occur through fraudulent emails, text messages, or websites that appear to be legitimate but are actually designed to deceive the…
What are red flags when it comes to phishing?
There are several red flags that can help you identify a phishing email. Here are some common ones: If you notice any of these red flags in an email, it’s best to delete the email and not click on any links or provide any personal information. It’s always better to err on the side of…
What is Malware?
Malware, short for malicious software, is any type of software designed to harm, disrupt, or damage computer systems, networks, or devices. Malware can be created for a variety of purposes, such as stealing sensitive information, gaining unauthorized access to systems, or damaging or destroying data. Some common types of malware include viruses, worms, Trojan horses,…
Password Security
As I pondered how to best discuss password security, I wondered if I could find a nice history of when passwords came into use and how badly they have been handled over time. Little did I know, we have been quite bad with them since their inception. The resource I found for the subject did…
OSINT and leveraging the internet to your favor
More than likely even if you do not know the term OSINT, you have used it. If you have dated modern women, it has likely been used against you. OSINT is open source intelligence. Have you ever “Googled” someone or yourself? Then you have used OSINT. Open source intelligence is using any publicly available information…
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