Security

The WLAN encryption standard WPA3 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 3) was adopted in June 2018 as an addition to the existing standard WPA2. WPA3 brings significant improvements in authentication and encryption. It is also expected to simplify the configuration of WLAN devices and increase security at public hotspots. In an increasingly interconnected world, securing our digital … Read more

Welcome, fellow digital explorers! Have you ever wondered about those secret digital chinks that mischievous hackers exploit? Well, you’re in for a treat! Today, we’re diving headfirst into the fascinating world of security vulnerabilities. Buckle up and get ready for a wild ride as we uncover the hidden truths behind these sneaky weak spots that … Read more

A Threat Intelligence Service provides up-to-date information on the threat situation of IT security due to cyber attacks and other threats. For this purpose, the service collects data from various sources and makes it available in processed form. In today’s complex and rapidly evolving security landscape, ensuring the safety and protection of nations and their … Read more

Bring Your Own Key describes a concept for the encrypted storage of data on the platform of a cloud provider. It is not the provider who generates and manages the necessary key material, but the user or customer. BYOK offers a higher level of security. For even greater security, concepts such as BYOE (Bring Your … Read more

The Certified Cloud Security Professional is a certification from (ISC)². The certification is aimed at people who work in the cloud and IT security environment. With certification, they demonstrate in-depth knowledge of cloud security of various topics. For the CCSP, proof of several years of experience in various cloud topics is required. As the world … Read more

In today’s digital landscape, network security plays a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring the smooth functioning of business operations. With the rise of cloud computing, organizations are increasingly adopting cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure to host their applications and data. One essential component of securing network traffic in Azure is the Network … Read more

In today’s interconnected digital world, the term “botnet” has gained notoriety as a formidable threat to online security. But what exactly is a botnet? In simple terms, a botnet refers to a network of compromised computers, also known as “bots” or “zombies,” controlled by a malicious actor, the botmaster. These networks can consist of thousands … Read more

Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) is a security protocol for WLAN networks that was developed to provide an alternative for WEP, which is considered insecure, as quickly as possible. Like WEP, TKIP is based on the RC4 algorithm for encrypting data and has been considered insecure since 2009. Wireless networks have revolutionized the way we … Read more

WPA stands for Wi-Fi Protected Access and refers to the successor standard to WEP for encryption and authentication in WLANs that was adopted in 2003. WPA was intended to eliminate the known security gaps and vulnerabilities of WEP and provide security in wireless networks again. Like WEP, WPA is no longer considered sufficiently secure today … Read more

Remote Code Execution makes it possible to execute unwanted program code on a computer remotely. Often, security gaps in the operating system and in applications or poorly secured input options are the reason for this security problem. Attackers use the Internet to penetrate systems via remote code execution, execute malware or take over the systems … Read more

Remote access is access from a local computer to remote computers, servers, networks, or other IT systems. Access can take place via private data networks or the Internet. Typical applications include working at a remote location or remote maintenance of computers and IT systems. Authenticated and encrypted connections are used to secure remote access. Remote … Read more

Unlike the open Internet, whose pages can be found via search engines such as Google, the Darknet or Deep Web is hidden from view. Here a network is created from and between all participants, classical servers do not exist. The internet has become a crucial part of our lives. It has revolutionized how we communicate, … Read more

According to Google’s own September 2019 transparency report, 94 percent of all HTTP connections are encrypted. DNS queries, however, still travel over the Ether in clear text, as if nothing has changed in the last 30 years. The implications for privacy and data security are undeniable. In today’s world, the internet has become an essential … Read more

Overlay networks have become increasingly popular in recent years, as they offer a unique way of connecting computers and devices across multiple networks. An overlay network is a virtual network that is built on top of an existing network, creating a layer of abstraction between the physical network and the applications that use it. This … Read more