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The OSINT Framework: Unveiling the Art of Information Gathering

priderock Joy / May 25, 2023

In today’s digital world, information is abundant and readily accessible. However, the challenge lies in effectively gathering and analyzing relevant information to make informed decisions. This is where Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), comes into play. OSINT refers to the collection and analysis of information from publicly available sources to gain insights and intelligence. It encompasses […]

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Protect Yourself from Juice Jacking: Tips and Tricks You Need to Know

priderock Joy / May 5, 2023

With the increasing reliance on mobile devices, it is not uncommon for people to run out of battery on their phones or tablet when they are out and about. While charging stations have become a common sight in public places such as airports, cafes, and train stations, using them to charge your device comes with

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Password Security Measures ii

priderock Joy / March 24, 2023

It is a known fact that we rely heavily on passwords to secure our online accounts in today’s digital world. However, the use of weak passwords or password reuse across multiple accounts makes us vulnerable to cyberattacks. That is why it is essential to regularly perform password exposure tests (PET) to identify weak or compromised

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What is a Reverse Proxy?

priderock Joy / February 15, 2023

A reverse proxy is a type of proxy server that sits between a client (web browser) and a web server and acts as an intermediary for requests that are made by the client. Unlike a forward proxy, which is used to protect clients by hiding their identities from servers, a reverse proxy is used to

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Password Security Measures

priderock Joy / February 8, 2023

Passwords have been around since the dawn of the computer age and they remain the primary means of protecting online accounts and personal information. As the number of online transactions and data breaches continue to increase, it is more important than ever to choose and use strong passwords. A strong password is a combination of

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ISO 27001 List of mandatory documents required

priderock Joy / September 10, 2022

For an organization to be ISO 27001 compliant, there are lists of mandatory documents needed. But how do you decide which policies and procedures to document and to what level of detail is needed? Each clause of the standard specifies if the requirement from that clause should be documented or not. You know a document

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WHAT DOES A GRC ANALYST DO – GOVERNANCE

priderock Joy / August 18, 2022

GRC analysts have the responsibility of speaking about security from a business point. Their work is designed to help the organization, bolster its defenses, be in a place to quickly react and handle bad situations, and limit the number of negative consequences and impacts. One of the really important pieces of work that GRC analysts

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Designing a phishing email simulation

priderock Joy / August 15, 2022

A Phishing attack is a type of social engineering attack where an attacker attempts to trick its victims into sharing information (SSN, password, date of birth, address account details, etc.). They might act like a trusted entity to deceive their victims. Sometimes they use emotions like fear, urgency, greed, and curiosity to make their victims

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The People, Process, and Technology of Cybersecurity

priderock Joy / July 30, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic generated an increase in cyber threats. According to a security magazine, Ransomware attacks rose by 92.7% in 2021 whilst comparison to 2020. With an increase in the use of digital technology comes an increase in cyber threats and with each passing day, such threats are evolving, and the need for constant attention

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What is Cybersecurity Risk?

priderock Joy / June 29, 2022

According to NIST SP 800-60 volume 1 revision 1, Cybersecurity risks relate to the loss of confidentiality, integrity, or availability of information, data, or information (or control) systems and reflect the potential adverse impacts on organizational operations (i.e., mission, functions, image, or reputation) and assets, individuals, other organizations, and the Nation. Cybersecurity risk is the probability of exposure,

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