Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) A VLAN, or Virtual Local Area Network, is a logical segmentation of a physical network allowing multiple groups of devices to be separated into distinct broadcast domains even if they share the same physical infrastructure. In simple words, imagine you have a big school with lots of classrooms and manyContinue reading “Network Terminology”
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The Role of NTP Servers in Information Security: Why Accurate Time Matters
In the world of cybersecurity, we often focus on firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption algorithms, and endpoint defenses. Yet, one of the most fundamental elements of a secure and reliable IT infrastructure is often overlooked: time synchronization. This is where the Network Time Protocol (NTP) server comes into play. NTP is more than just aContinue reading “The Role of NTP Servers in Information Security: Why Accurate Time Matters”
Pretty Good Privacy (PGP)
Understanding Pretty Good Privacy (PGP) and Its Importance in the Digital Age In our increasingly digital world, the security and privacy of communication have become paramount. With the constant threat of cyberattacks, surveillance, and data breaches, individuals and organizations are looking for reliable ways to protect their sensitive information. One of the most well-regarded toolsContinue reading “Pretty Good Privacy (PGP)”
SSL vs TLS: An Information Security Perspective
It is no longer something extra — in the present digital world, security of data is needed more than ever. Many organizations and individuals focus on the security of their online communications, and often the subjects of SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and TLS (Transport Layer Security) arise. Although SSL and TLS can be mentioned inContinue reading “SSL vs TLS: An Information Security Perspective”
June 2025: Major Data Breaches and Cyber Attacks
ICC detects and contains new sophisticated cyber security incident Late last week, the International Criminal Court (“ICC” or “the Court”) detected a new, sophisticated and targeted cyber security incident, which has now been contained. This incident, the second of this type against the ICC in recent years, was swiftly discovered, confirmed and contained, through the Court’s alertContinue reading “June 2025: Major Data Breaches and Cyber Attacks”
May 2025: Major Data Breaches and Cyber Attacks
South African Airways hit by cyber attack South African Airways (SAA) has become the latest organisation to fall victim to a cyber attack. In a statement released today, the flagship carrier of South Africa says it has been impacted by a significant cyber incident that began on Saturday, 3 May. According to SAA, the breachContinue reading “May 2025: Major Data Breaches and Cyber Attacks”
AWS Security – Part 1- Securing Root Account with MFA
Task: Create AWS account and set up for below tasks What is the need to perform this: Securing an AWS root account is crucial because it has unrestricted access to all resources and services within your AWS environment. If compromised, an attacker could delete resources, steal data, or even lock you out of your ownContinue reading “AWS Security – Part 1- Securing Root Account with MFA”
Monthly Round Up for the month of July 2024
AT & T cyber attack A massive AT&T Cyberattack caused Hackers to Steal Millions of Customer Records. Consequently, AT&T revealed that nearly all of its wireless customers’ call and text records were exposed. Furthermore, the hackers accessed customer data stored on a third-party cloud platform. Patient reports used as paper plates at Mumbai hospital A videoContinue reading “Monthly Round Up for the month of July 2024”
WiFi Security
WiFi is an acronym for ‘Wireless Fidelity’ which is one of methods by which computer/device may connect to the internet with out the use of wires. This is a technique of communication between the devices like routers, Computers, tablets, smartphones and other related hardware it makes use of radio frequencies. Security Risks and WiFi ThreatsContinue reading “WiFi Security”
Near Field Communication (NFC)
Near Field Communication, or NFC, is a short-range wireless communication technology that enables devices to interact with each other within a close proximity, typically within a few centimeters. It operates at a frequency of 13.56 MHz and can be used for various applications, such as contactless payment systems, secure access control, and data sharing between devicesContinue reading “Near Field Communication (NFC)”
