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Master Cybersecurity with Spaced Repetition Learning
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Master Cybersecurity with Spaced Repetition Learning

Cybersecurity Learning Plan: 4 Weeks Overview Week 1: Initial learning sessions and first review. Weeks 2-4: Gradual reviews and quizzes at increasing intervals. Each review reinforces previously learned concepts. Key Components Learning Sessions: Daily learning of new topics. Review Sessions: Revisiting previous concepts in short bursts. Quizzes: Short tests to assess understanding and retention. Practical Practice: Hands-on activities to apply concepts. Schedule Day 1-7: Initial Learning Phase Day 1: Learn Network Security Basics (e.g., Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS). Day 2: Learn Malware Types (Viruses, Worms, Trojans, Ransomware). Day 3: Learn about Phishing and Social Engineering. Day 4: Learn Passwords and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Day 5: Learn Data Encryption Basics. Day 6: Introduction to Patch Management and Updates. Day 7: Review all topics learned so far: 30-minute review + 10-minute quiz. Day 8-14: First Review and Reinforcement Day 8: Quick review of […]

Harshit bharti December 22, 2024

Castles and Digital Defense
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Cybersecurity Simplified: Castles and Digital Defense

Imagine your computer or smartphone as a castle, and your personal data (photos, messages, passwords) as the treasures stored within the castle's vaults. Surrounding your castle is a kingdom (your connected devices, accounts, and networks). 1. The Walls of the Castle (Firewalls): The first thing you see around the castle is its high, sturdy walls. These walls represent firewalls that block unauthorized access to your systems. Just as invaders can’t get through without breaching the walls, hackers can't access your system unless they bypass the firewall. Lesson: Always keep your firewall enabled and updated to protect your digital walls. 2. The Castle Gate (Passwords): The gate is the only legitimate way to enter the castle, but it’s locked with a heavy key. This key represents your passwords or passphrases. The stronger the key, the harder it is for invaders (hackers) […]

Harshit bharti December 21, 2024

BreakingWAF: Impact on Security and Business Operations
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BreakingWAF: Impact on Security and Business Operations

In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, web application firewalls (WAFs) are integral to protecting businesses from malicious attacks. However, recent exploits under the name "BreakingWAF" have highlighted vulnerabilities in WAF configurations and implementations, leading to significant concerns for organizations relying heavily on these systems. This post explores how BreakingWAF exploits occur, their potential impacts, and mitigation strategies. Understanding BreakingWAF BreakingWAF refers to a category of techniques or tools used to bypass the protection offered by WAFs. These methods often target misconfigurations, weak rules, or unpatched vulnerabilities within the WAF itself, allowing attackers to infiltrate systems despite the presence of these protective measures. For example: Payload Evasion: By encoding attack payloads in a way that avoids detection. Logic Flaws: Exploiting how certain WAFs handle requests, allowing malicious traffic through. Configuration Weaknesses: Leveraging errors in how the WAF has been set up […]

Akshita Kapoor December 9, 2024