Recently, I wanted to learn more about Splunk, and SIEM tools in general. While I’ve lightly played with them in the past, I wanted to gain experience with tools like this. I decided on utilizing Splunk, as it is one of the most popular SIEM tools that are available. Installing….. Read More »
MFA and Physical Devices
When you set up Multi-Factor Authentication, or MFA, on your accounts, you often notice that there are several options that you can choose from. The typically used options are: While having MFA set on an account is better than not, some of these authentication methods are not as secure as….. Read More »
Home Lab: What’s in my Lab?
Home Labs are almost essential in this day and age of IT and Cyber Security. Having a playground where you can test tools and run services that you’d be interested in. While you could spend thousands of dollars on different hardware, you can also create your own lab for relatively….. Read More »
What is Personally Identifiable Information?
What is PII? “PII”, or Personally Identifiable Information is information that can be utilized to identify a specific person. It is information that can be used to identify you or can be linked directly to you. What are some examples of PII? Examples of PII include, but are not limited….. Read More »
Password Security
Passwords are used daily to control access and secure data. Using a strong password is essential to keeping your information safe, as well as stopping potential security issues. Here are some tips about using passwords: Create a Strong Password – Creating a strong password can stop many basic attacks on your….. Read More »
How Can I Spot a Phishing Email?
While our mail filter does a great job in catching fraud emails, there will always be a few that fall through the cracks. This quick guide will show you some tips on how to spot these emails, and what to do when you see one. Email Address When it comes….. Read More »
USB Safety – Is It Safe?
When you participate in trade shows or work with customers and vendors, you may receive a USB Flash Drive or Thumb Drive that can be used in your day-to-day activities. While this gesture may seem kind and handy, there are dangers to this practice. See below why these free, random,….. Read More »