Q: How could someone hack my Gmail despite Google strict privacy settings?
A: First, what is the evidence that your account was compromised? More often than not, when a client comes to me saying they have been compromised, it is either a bug or misunderstanding of how something works. If in fact the account was compromised, how strict is...
New VORACLE Attack Vector Can Recover HTTP Data From VPN Connections
A new attack vector named VORACLE can recover HTTP traffic that is sent via encrypted VPN connections under certain conditions. The conditions appear to be: Use the OpenVPN protocol Visit an HTTP that is under control or compromised by the attacker Using OpenVPN...
John O. Brennan on Deadline White House, MSNBC
Trump has one-by-one been dismantling the leadership of the FBI. Now he is doing the same with the CIA. This outrageous action is taking place without a single Republican leader speaking out against it. Note that John Brennan doesn't just call up the CIA and say, "Hey...
Trump Removes Rules For U.S. Cyberattacks
On this, you must think, young Jedi. After a massive, effective, penetration of our 2016 national elections (probably by the Russian government), Trump is removing many of the cybersecurity protocols put into place by the previous administration. Now, why would this...
Google Tracks Your Location, Like It Or Not
As reported in an AP Exclusive, Google wants to monetize your data so badly, that for Android devices and iPhone users of Google Maps, Google Chrome, Google Search, and possibly other apps, even when Location Tracking is turned off, Google is still capturing your...
Millions Of Android Devices Vulnerable Out Of The Box
A recently released DHS-sponsored study by Kryptowire has found that millions of Android devices are vulnerable to remote data harvesting, factory reset, and monitoring, all right out of the box–no need to accidentally download a malicious app or visit a compromised...
Because someone had to say it, and I was just standing around
I tip my Stetson to Dan Piraro of Bizarro Comics. Genius moment of the day.
Secure Your DNS
Domain Name System (DNS) Most activities on the Internet require pointing to a specific device by use of an address. For example, to use my email, the email software must be able to locate my email server. It does this by looking for mail.mintzit.com. While such...
FOR SALE: Ubiquiti UniFi Ethernet Switch 24 Port 250w PoE
Ubiquiti UniFi Switch 24 Port 250w Power over Ethernet New. In box. Currently selling on Amazon for $397. Specs MintzIT Price: $300 plus $25 shipping. Contact: Marc Mintz 505.453.0479
FOR SALE: Ubiquiti UniFi Security Gateway
Best-in-class network hardware Ubiquiti UniFi Security Gateway A great solution for business New, In box. Currently selling on Amazon for $108. Specs MintzIT Price: $65 plus $15 shipping. Contact: Marc Mintz 505.814.1413
FOR SALE: Ubiquiti UniFi AP AC Pro Access Point
Best-in-class network hardware. Ubiquiti UniFi AP AC Pro Access Point New. In box. 2 available. Currently selling on Amazon for $176. Specs MintzIT Price: $125 plus $20 shipping. Contact: Marc Mintz 505.814.1413
FOR SALE: Asus RP-AC68U AC1900 Wireless Access Point
MintzIT is clearing out our stock of new, best-in-class network equipment at great discounts. Asus RP-AC68U AC1900 Wireless Access Point New, never opened. 2 available. Currently selling on Amazon for $223 plus $21 shipping. Specs MintzIT Price: $175 plus $20...
… Because there are some fighting against us
We the people are the rightful masters of both Congress and the courts, not to overthrow the Constitution but to overthrow the men who pervert the Constitution. - Abraham Lincoln If you think your security and privacy are dependent upon only bits and bytes, think...
Security & Privacy For All
True, full security and privacy for any of us will not be achieved until there is justice for all of us.
Windows 10 Security Essentials Update
Version 3.1.1 of Practical Paranoia Windows 10 Security Essentials was released today. The Live! version is available immediately. Kindle updates will appear tomorrow, with print versions appears on store shelves in the next 2 weeks.