DNS MX Record
P.Leclercq in Security 2023-11-10 technology
SMTP
P.Leclercq in Security 2023-11-05 technology
SMTP (Simple Mail Transport Protocol) is an Internet standard communication protocol for email transmission. SMTP describes how your emails are sent from your email client on your PC or phone, or your webmail interface, to their destination.
Short URLs
P.Leclercq in Security 2023-10-25 technology
While browsing the web, you have probably encountered references to web pages with a short and rather cryptic URL, like bit.ly/3rZ7Xws, t.co/sJpSI7yCEb, ow.ly/R7LE50PYCHn or tinyurl.com/yc5scfaw.
Introduction to DNS
P.Leclercq in Security 2023-10-20 technology
What is DNS, the Domain Name System?
DNS is traditionally compared with the phone book of a network; it’s the software that translates human readable names to network (IP) addresses.
Reporting phishing to browser manufacturers
P.Leclercq in Security 2023-09-24 security tips
As noted in the previous article about reporting phishing to authorities, sharing the methods and means used by hackers is important to prevent others from becoming victims of criminal acts.
Fortunately, major browser manufacturers have recognized the importance of user safety and have provided mechanisms protecting the user.
Reporting phishing to authorities
P.Leclercq in Security 2023-09-18 security tips
Reporting phishing attacks to authorities is a crucial step in combating cybercrime. In this article, we’ll explore why reporting phishing attacks is essential, and we’ll provide insights into the challenges authorities face in catching these cyber pirates.
Phishing
P.Leclercq in Security 2023-09-10 security tips
Phishing is currently the most current way to get a ransomware into your computer or network, or to have your data stolen. According to a Guardian Digital report, 91% of successful cyber attacks begin with a phishing email.
Read on to see how you can detect and act on basic phishing.
Building a budget home lab
P.Leclercq in Security 2023-08-18 lab technology
Thanks to the evolution of the technology over the past two decades, building a budget home lab with enough power to run corporate applications is possible. With affordable hardware, virtualization software and open source solutions, you can transform a corner of your home office into a realistic testing ground.
QR codes
P.Leclercq in Security 2023-08-12 security tips
Be careful with QR codes…
Introduction to GDPR
P.Leclercq in Security 2023-08-06 governance
As noted on the main page of this site, I have written an introduction to the European GDPR regulation, which should be sufficient for you to pass the GDPR Foundation exam. It is available as a download here.