A Virtual Private Network is a technology that creates a secure and encrypted connection over a less secure network, such as the internet. VPNs are widely used to protect private web traffic from snooping, interference, and censorship. Here’s a brief breakdown of what a VPN means and some of its features: Key Features of VPN Read More …
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Tool Overview :: Flock-You
Flock-You Surveillance Detection Flock-You is an open-source hardware and software tool designed to identify and map Flock Safety surveillance infrastructure. Specifically, it targets Automated License Plate Recognition cameras and Raven gunshot detection sensors. For entry-level information security professionals, this tool represents a practical application of Bluetooth Low Energy scanning and signal heuristics to audit physical Read More …
The Digital Panopticon
How Flock Cameras Are Trading Freedom for a False Sense of Safety Imagine you are living in a house where the walls are made of glass. You go about your day—eating, reading, talking—knowing that at any moment, an invisible neighbor could be taking notes on your every move. This is the world being built by Read More …
DOJ demands unredacted Illinois Voter Data
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has demanded that the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE) provide a complete, unredacted copy of its statewide voter registration database by September 1. This request is part of the DOJ’s stated effort to ensure Illinois is complying with federal laws, specifically the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) of Read More …
Don’t track my kids
A blurb of a post this time, but something I want to make sure everyone is aware of. Remember, Remember If your kids are a member Then they became the product and the future is out of luck Don’t track my kids We need to make sure our kids get a chance to be kids, Read More …
What is a VPN?
A Virtual Private Network, commonly referred to as a VPN, is a technology that creates a secure and encrypted connection between your device and the internet. It acts as a private tunnel for your online activities, shielding them from prying eyes and potential cyber threats. Originally developed to enable secure communication within corporate networks, VPNs Read More …