In the rapidly evolving world of mobile technology, security is a paramount concern. One of the key components that help maintain this security is the Authentication Center (AuC). For those new to mobile technology, understanding the role of the AuC can provide valuable insights into how mobile networks protect user data and ensure secure communication. Read More …
Democracy Erosion: Tech and Totalitarianism
GOP government pressure on Big Tech to suppress transparency tools and the targeted harassment of academics, shows a dangerous path away from democracy toward a techno-plutocracy and, ultimately, a totalitarian state. The core concern is the administration’s active efforts to control the flow of information and eliminate checks on its power. Controlling Information, Silencing Dissent When Read More …
evilreplay for Modern Web Security Assessment
Bridging the gap between identifying a flaw and demonstrating its real-world risk can be challenging. The open-source project evilreplay provides a powerful, specialized utility that helps security practitioners effectively assess and report one of the most common web application threats: Cross-Site Scripting (XSS). What is evilreplay? At its core, evilreplay is a weaponized adaptation of Read More …
HLR – Home Location Register
In the world of mobile telecommunications, the Home Location Register (HLR) is a fundamental component that plays a crucial role in managing subscriber information and ensuring seamless communication. For those new to mobile technology, grasping the concept of the HLR can provide valuable insights into how mobile networks operate and how they keep users connected. Read More …
White-Wash Your Image?
This Slate piece by Tess Owen, titled “Trad-Wife in Chief,” profiles Katie Miller—wife of Trump advisor Stephen Miller—and her attempt to rebrand herself from a hardline government spokesperson into a “squeaky-clean” lifestyle influencer for MAGA women. </vomit> The article centers on Miller’s new podcast, which features high-profile MAGA figures (like J.D. Vance, Elon Musk, and Read More …
Grounding in AI
If you’ve ever used an AI, you might have noticed it can be a bit of a “know-it-all.” It speaks with total confidence, even when it’s completely wrong. This is where grounding comes in. It’s the difference between a person guessing at an answer and a person looking it up in a specific group of Read More …
Your Submit Hub Masterclass AI Guide
Unlock Spotify Success Tired of your music getting lost in the Spotify shuffle? The key to breaking through isn’t just great music – it’s smart strategy. A recent masterclass with SubmitHub CEO Jason Grishkov laid bare the secrets to leveraging their platform for algorithmic success. The core takeaway? Teach Spotify where your music belongs, and Read More …
SOQL – Salesforce Object Query Language
In the world of IT today, understanding how to interact with databases is crucial. One such language that is playing a larger role in managing data is SOQL, or Salesforce Object Query Language. This article will break down what SOQL is, how it works, and why it’s important, especially for those interested in cybersecurity and Read More …
lsassy: An Offensive Security Tool
lsassy is an open-source tool developed by Login-Sécurité, designed specifically for offensive security practices. Available on GitHub, lsassy expertly facilitates the extraction of credential data from the memory of the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS) process in Windows environments. Key Features Primarily, lsassy is adept at dumping credentials stored within LSASS, which is a Read More …
VLR – Visitor Location Register
In the realm of mobile telecommunications, the Visitor Location Register (VLR) is an essential component that plays a crucial role in managing user information and ensuring seamless communication. Understanding the VLR can provide valuable insights into how mobile networks operate and how they keep users connected. What is the Visitor Location Register (VLR)? The VLR Read More …