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Is encryption in HTTPS done by the browser or by the system?

When a browser establishes an HTTPS connection, ...READ MORE

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How to uncover blacked-out text?

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Does a private key always generate the same public key?

Yes, a private key always generates the ...READ MORE

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Is HTTP Authorization header encrypted?

When transmitting an HTTP Authorization header over ...READ MORE

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Why should you not block or close ports in a firewall?

Blocking or closing ports in a firewall ...READ MORE

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How is the public key included in the CSR?

When creating a Certificate Signing Request (CSR), ...READ MORE

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What’s the difference between session hijacking and spoofing?

Session hijacking and spoofing are both cyberattack ...READ MORE

Dec 23, 2024 in Cyber Security & Ethical Hacking by CaLLmeDaDDY
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Is it possible to build unbreakable Protocol Obfuscation?

Achieving unbreakable protocol obfuscation—where a system is entirely ...READ MORE

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Why does Nmap show closed ports?

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How Can P2P Systems Recover Compromised Identities Using a Web-of-Trust?

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How to determine the hashing algorithm of a public key in the certificate?

To determine the hashing algorithm used to ...READ MORE

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Which SSH security is stronger?

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What happens if an SSL certificate is not renewed?

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Is code obfuscation common in FOSS?

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Is SSH public key authentication secure?

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Which SSH key is more secure?

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Does code obfuscation give any measurable security benefit?

Code obfuscation involves deliberately making code difficult ...READ MORE

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Is it possible to get a list of services running on an open port?

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What is IP address conflict with another system on the network?

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How do I check if a port is open in Nmap?

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What are the steps of risk assessment in information security?

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How secure is binding to localhost in order to prevent remote connections?

Binding a server to localhost (127.0.0.1) is ...READ MORE

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How to Speed Up Nmap SSL Service Detection on Non-Standard Ports?

Scanning for SSL services on non-standard ports ...READ MORE

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Are Security Controls Overlapping?

In information security, overlapping controls, where a ...READ MORE

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How to Secure Windows Services with Open Ports Without Compromising Functionality?

Securing Windows services that require open ports ...READ MORE

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Does Nmap Report Open Ports Indicate Active Services or Just Firewall Configuration?

When Nmap reports a port as open, ...READ MORE

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What are the Design Flaws of the WPS PIN System and How Can it be Secured for Future Use?

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) was introduced to ...READ MORE

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Are control categories actually exclusive in security?

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What is the hardest part of the Security+ exam?

Preparing for the CompTIA Security+ exam involves ...READ MORE

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Are GIAC certs open book (unlike CISSP)?

Yes, GIAC (Global Information Assurance Certification) exams ...READ MORE

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Can I take CompTIA Security+ online?

Yes, you can take the CompTIA Security+ ...READ MORE

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How to turn off the camera light on a laptop?

Here are general steps and specific instructions ...READ MORE

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How can I securely log user metadata without exposing personally identifiable information (PII) in a web app?

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How can I securely log user metadata (IP addresses) without compromising privacy in a web app?

In our web application, we need to ...READ MORE

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Is the MFA push notification approval/deny method safe in O365? Concerns over phishing risks and user behavior?

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) using push notifications in ...READ MORE

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How can I control the use of admin tools like IP scanners and PsExec to prevent misuse?

Admin tools like IP scanners and PsExec ...READ MORE

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Why Should a Testing Network Be Non-Routable to the Firewall?

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What is the difference between non-repudiation and plausible deniability?

Non-repudiation and plausible deniability are two distinct ...READ MORE

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Why would a replay attack be considered a threat to integrity and not confidentiality?

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How to get a WiFi password using CMD?

Yes, there's a way to retrieve the ...READ MORE

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How does single sign-on (SSO) enhance security in an architecture?

We are considering implementing Single Sign-On (SSO) ...READ MORE

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How Secure Are Virtual Machines?

Virtual machines (VMs) are widely used to ...READ MORE

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Why the Something You Know Factor is Considered the Weakest in Authentication?

In authentication systems, the Something You Know factor, ...READ MORE

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What’s the purpose of the secret in express-session? How does it mitigate threats?

I’ve noticed that the express-session library requires ...READ MORE

Dec 30, 2024 in Cyber Security & Ethical Hacking by Anupam
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Does SSL/TLS provide non-repudiation service?

SSL/TLS (Secure Sockets Layer/Transport Layer Security) protocols ...READ MORE

Dec 27, 2024 in Cyber Security & Ethical Hacking by CaLLmeDaDDY
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Is bcrypt a hashing algorithm?

I’ve been learning about various cryptographic techniques, ...READ MORE

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Which of the following poses the greatest risk to an organization's computer network security?

I’ve been analyzing several potential risks to ...READ MORE

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What is recipient non-repudiation in secure email transport?

Recipient non-repudiation in secure email transport refers ...READ MORE

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Why isn't AES-256 with Argon2i-based memory hardening used for at-rest file encryption?

Combining AES-256 encryption with Argon2i key derivation ...READ MORE

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What are the relative costs involved in making changes to the current organizational security?

Evaluating the costs associated with enhancing your ...READ MORE

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