Tag Archives: security

A Bug or a Vandalism Opportunity

Posted on February 9, 2021 by way0utwest

I hadn’t heard about this problem at all until I saw a story recently. Apparently a one line command can be hidden inside a Windows shortcut file, a ZIP archive, batch files, or various other vectors. This command can trigger … Continue reading →

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Default Credentials

Posted on January 18, 2021 by way0utwest

Years ago I got a call to help someone with a database. I walked over to their desk (when this was possible) and sat down. They asked me how they could get into a database they had been told about. … Continue reading →

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Security in the Aftermath

Posted on January 13, 2021 by way0utwest

Not too long ago was a very sad and embarrassing day for the US. The US capital was breached and rioters had hours inside without authorities. Ignoring the reasons and politics behind the event, think about the security of the … Continue reading →

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The Best Way to Protect Sensitive Data

Posted on January 7, 2021 by way0utwest

I was listening to someone talk about data privacy recently, and the ways that you can protect the sensitive information in your databases. They had a great quote about something you might consider. They said, “The best way to protect … Continue reading →

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