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Detecting Unauthorized Intrusions Using Windows Security Event Logs

Published August 6, 2023

Maintaining the security of a Windows system is essential to protect sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access. One powerful tool in detecting potential security breaches is the Windows Security Event Logs. These logs provide valuable information about system activities, user actions, and potential intrusion attempts. In this article, we will explore how to leverage Windows Security Event Logs, focusing on specific Event IDs to monitor for unauthorized intrusions effectively. Windows Security Event Logs are invaluable in detecting unauthorized intrusions and…

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A Comprehensive Guide to Securing SSH on Ubuntu 22.04

Published July 23, 2023

SSH (Secure Shell) is a widely used protocol for securely accessing remote servers. However, its popularity also makes it a target for potential attackers. To ensure the safety of your Ubuntu 22.04 server, it is crucial to implement robust security measures for SSH. In this article, we will discuss essential steps to secure SSH on Ubuntu 22.04, safeguarding your server from unauthorized access and potential security breaches. Locate the line containing PermitRootLogin and set it to no: Save the file…

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I am CISSP Certified!

Published April 8, 2021

I passed the CISSP exam in April 2021! Such a difficult exam! The exam is nothing like the practice tests you can find available for free or for purchase. Throughout the exam, I felt unprepared; halfway through the exam I felt like I was failing, that I should take mind-notes for my next attempt. To my surprised, I passed at 100 questions at around 110 minutes into the exam. This is how I did it…

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Mini-NetWars – Mission 3 (May 2020)

Published May 20, 2020

Snaaake What two, large words appear first when you exit the game? e.g. Elf Terminal Quit the game through the UI and then: What high-numbered port is open on another host in the same /24 network? e.g. 5000 3000 What flag is shown when you disable something outside the Snaaake game? NetWars{ShutItDown} SAME If you type in a bad difficulty level, what is the error type that occurs? (e.g. SparkleTooHighError) FileNotFoundError If you load an invalid file using a path…

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Cybersecurity Resourses – Links and more

Published April 5, 2019

Often I see posts on Reddit asking “Where do you get your news about cybersecurity from?”. There are many places to get your news from and it varies depending on what kind of information your are searching for. There is digital forensics, network defender, application security, threat hunting, and more. I have created a list of resources I follow to stay updated about whats going on. Feel free to share it with others or submit links that you think should…

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