Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) is a standardized list of vulnerabilities and security risks of computer systems. Thanks to the unique naming, the exchange of data about vulnerabilities and security risks is simplified. Sequential numbers uniquely identify the various entries. In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, vulnerabilities pose a significant threat to the integrity and … Read more
The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) is a standard that can be used to uniformly assess the vulnerability of computer systems using a point system from 0 to 10. CVSS is currently available in version 3.1 and recognizes the vulnerability classifications “none”, “low”, “medium”, “high” and “critical”. In cybersecurity, it is crucial to assess the … Read more
IT governance is an essential part of corporate governance and is the responsibility of management. IT governance is used to ensure that IT optimally supports corporate goals and corporate strategy. Information technology (IT) plays a crucial role in the success and efficiency of businesses. However, the increasing reliance on technology also brings forth various challenges … Read more
Information security aims to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. This allows information to be protected against threats such as unauthorized access or manipulation. In the corporate environment, the economic damage is prevented. Information Security is a vital aspect of our increasingly digital world. With the exponential growth of data and the widespread … Read more
Kerberos is a distributed, ticket-based authentication service. It can be used for secure authentication in TCP/IP networks and provides users with tickets to use services. Passwords no longer need to be transmitted over the network. Microsoft uses Kerberos as the default authentication method in Windows-based networks. Kerberos was developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. … Read more
Kali Linux is a Linux distribution specialized in security and penetration testing of IT systems. The distribution includes numerous tools and utilities for performing a wide variety of testing methods. In the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, Kali Linux has emerged as a powerful and widely-used operating system designed for penetration testing and ethical hacking. With its … Read more
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a standard of the Wi-Fi Alliance that simplifies the registration process of end devices in an encrypted WLAN. Thanks to WPS, the WLAN password does not have to be configured on the client. There are four different WPS methods. In today’s hyperconnected world, where wireless networks have become an indispensable … Read more
Unified Threat Management refers to a security solution that provides multiple security systems and functions in a single appliance. Components of UTM include firewalls, IDS and IPS systems, antivirus protection, gateways, VPNs, spam filters, and content filters. What is Unified Threat Management? Unified Threat Management (UTM) refers to a comprehensive approach to network security that … Read more
User management is an important task of the administrator. He or she sets up users and user IDs and assigns or revokes access authorizations for IT systems or applications. User administration can be performed directly locally in the system concerned or via an externally connected, centralized database solution. In today’s digital age, user management plays … Read more
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
Active Directory is a directory service from Microsoft. With the help of the service, objects and resources in a Windows network can be managed centrally and access can be controlled. The structure of a company or an organization can be reproduced logically with an Active Directory. The delimitation of the different areas is realized via … Read more
Cyberwar is a warlike confrontation between states in virtual space, which is conducted by means of information technology. The aim of cyberwar is to damage countries, institutions, or society electronically and to disrupt important infrastructures. With the increasing reliance on digital technology and the interconnectedness of the world, cyberwarfare has become a growing concern for … Read more