Conference Video – Observability in the Age of LLMs – Christine Yen

In a keynote, Christine Yen, co-founder and CEO of Honeycomb, discusses the challenges that large language models (LLMs) present to traditional software development practices like testing and debugging. She argues that the inherent unpredictability and non-deterministic nature of LLMs necessitate a shift towards observability, which focuses on understanding software behavior in production by observing what Read More …

Notes :: Pre-Authentication Remote Code Execution

Pre-authentication Remote Code Execution (Pre-auth RCE) is a critical security vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on a remote system without needing to authenticate. This means that anyone with access to the vulnerable system, often exposed online, can exploit this flaw and potentially gain unauthorized control. What is RCE? Remote Code Execution (RCE) Read More …

TARA – Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment

Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA) is a critical process in cybersecurity that helps organizations identify, evaluate, and prioritize potential threats to their information systems and data. As cyber threats continue to evolve, understanding TARA is essential for protecting sensitive information and maintaining the integrity of systems. This summary will provide an overview of TARA Read More …

Tools – BEAR: Simulating Advanced Persistent Threats for Cybersecurity Education

For aspiring and new information security professionals, gaining practical insight into real-world attack methodologies is paramount. One tool that offers a unique perspective into advanced threat simulation is “BEAR,” a project found on GitHub. Unlike typical vulnerability scanners or compliance tools, BEAR is a compilation of Command and Control (C2) scripts, payloads, and stagers explicitly Read More …

CRC – Cyclic Redundancy Check

Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC) is a widely used error-detecting code that helps ensure the integrity of data during transmission or storage. It is a crucial concept in networking and data communication, making it essential for new IT students to understand how it works and its applications. What is CRC? CRC is a method used to Read More …

smbclient test for 445

While smbclient is primarily used for interacting with SMB shares (like listing shares or accessing files),, it can implicitly indicate if port 445 is open and accessible. If smbclient can successfully connect to an SMB share on a target system, it means port 445 is open on that system and allowing connections. How it works: When you use smbclient Read More …

Unleashing Snare Definition

As a home studio enthusiast, I’ve discovered that achieving the perfect snare sound can sometimes come from unexpected methods. Today, I want to share a unique approach to using a compressor that can help you get the snare definition you’re looking for. First, I start by playing the song and focusing on the snare.  To Read More …

Notes :: Kubernetes

 Key topics include: Traditional vs. Kubernetes Challenges: Comparing the challenges of managing applications in traditional virtual machine environments versus containerized Kubernetes environments. Kubernetes Fundamentals: Defining Kubernetes, its origins, why it’s used, and key concepts like cluster architecture, API server, nodes, pods, and network policies. Kubernetes Security Fundamentals: Discussing control plane and data plane protection, including API protection, encryption, Read More …

LCP – Link Control Protocol

The Link Control Protocol (LCP) is a critical component of the Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), which is widely used for establishing direct connections between two network nodes. LCP plays a vital role in the setup, configuration, and management of PPP connections, making it essential for ensuring reliable and efficient data transmission over point-to-point links. Establishing Connections Read More …