Don’t Enter Your Password Into That Website: A Rant You Need to Hear
Don’t Enter Your Password Into That Website: A Rant You Need to Hear
Let me set the stage.
I came across a YouTube video the other day where the creator casually suggested that you can “check if your password has been leaked” by typing it directly into a website or tool. It was not a very popular content creator, none the less, I think we need to talk about this.
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Introduction
The Nmap (Network Mapper) tool has long been a favorite among cybersecurity professionals and network administrators for its robust scanning capabilities. Whether you’re performing a network inventory, managing service upgrades, or simply checking for potential vulnerabilities, Nmap is an indispensable tool.
With the latest release (v7.95) released on 2024/April/23, Nmap continues to evolve, adding new features, improving performance, and expanding its capabilities. In this post, we’ll take a look at the most notable changes and enhancements that come with the latest version.
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The Illusion of Web Security: A Cautionary Tale
Alex was a bright developer. Fresh out of college and eager to make a mark, he landed a job at a promising tech startup. His first major project: build a new web application for the company’s clients. As Alex dove into the world of code, he kept hearing the same advice from his peers and mentors: “Make sure the site uses HTTPS. It’s the gold standard for web security.”
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