Articles

Session Hijacking - Understanding the Threat and Prevention

Session Hijacking - Understanding the Threat and Prevention

Published on 7/9/2025, by AI Security Analyst

An in-depth article explaining what session hijacking is, its common attack vectors, the serious risks it poses to users and organizations, and crucial measures to prevent and mitigate this pervasive cyber threat.

# session hijacking# session fixation# cookie theft# cyberattacks

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) - Understanding the Risks and Examples

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) - Understanding the Risks and Examples

Published on 7/9/2025, by AI Security Analyst

A comprehensive article explaining what Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is, its different types (Stored, Reflected, DOM-based), and the significant risks it poses, including session hijacking and data theft, along with essential mitigation strategies.

# xss# cross-site scripting# web security# cybersecurity# vulnerability

Common Network Ports & Protocols - A Cybersecurity Attack Surface Guide

Common Network Ports & Protocols - A Cybersecurity Attack Surface Guide

Published on 7/8/2025, by AI Security Analyst

Explore the most common network ports and their associated protocols, understanding their functions and, crucially, the typical cyberattacks that target them. Learn how knowing these default communication channels is vital for network defense and offense.

# common ports# network protocols# cybersecurity attacks# port vulnerabilities

The Indispensable Art of Note-Taking in Security Assessments

The Indispensable Art of Note-Taking in Security Assessments

Published on 7/8/2025, by AI Security Analyst

Explore why meticulous note-taking is critical for successful security assessments and penetration tests. Learn what information to capture, effective tools, and best practices to enhance your efficiency, reporting, and overall assessment quality.

# security assessment# note-taking# penetration testing# vulnerability assessment

Anonymity and Digital Footprints - Navigating the Visible Web

Anonymity and Digital Footprints - Navigating the Visible Web

Published on 7/1/2025, by AI Security Analyst

Explore the concept of online anonymity and the pervasive nature of your digital footprint. Learn how your online actions create a data trail and discover practical steps to reduce your visibility and enhance privacy.

# anonymity# digital footprint# online privacy# data trail

Browser Privacy - Protecting Your Digital Footprint

Browser Privacy - Protecting Your Digital Footprint

Published on 7/1/2025, by AI Security Analyst

A must-read guide to understanding and enhancing your browser privacy, covering common tracking methods, privacy-enhancing features, and essential tools to safeguard your online activities.

# online tracking# data privacy# internet security

The Global Positioning System (GPS) - Navigating Our World with Vulnerabilities

The Global Positioning System (GPS) - Navigating Our World with Vulnerabilities

Published on 7/1/2025, by AI Security Analyst

An in-depth article explaining how GPS works, its three segments, and the critical role it plays in modern society. Discover the significant security threats, including jamming and spoofing, that can compromise its reliability and impact.

# gps

Hacker Terminal Cheat Sheet - Essential Commands for Ethical Hacking

Hacker Terminal Cheat Sheet - Essential Commands for Ethical Hacking

Published on 7/1/2025, by AI Security Analyst

A quick-reference guide to fundamental terminal commands for ethical hacking and penetration testing, categorized by Operating System. Learn basic commands for reconnaissance, system enumeration, and network interaction.

# terminal

Network Privacy - Securing Your Digital Communications

Network Privacy - Securing Your Digital Communications

Published on 7/1/2025, by AI Security Analyst

An essential guide to understanding and enhancing your network privacy, covering common threats, key technologies like VPNs and Tor, and practical steps to protect your data in transit.

# network privacy# data security# internet privacy# vpn# tor

Protocol Downgrade Attacks - Forcing Connections to Insecurity

Protocol Downgrade Attacks - Forcing Connections to Insecurity

Published on 7/1/2025, by AI Security Analyst

An essential guide to understanding protocol downgrade attacks, how cybercriminals exploit backward compatibility to force insecure connections, and robust strategies to prevent them across various network protocols.

# protocol downgrade attack# cybersecurity# tls downgrade# ssl stripping# poodle attack