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Exploring the Hidden Wiki: A Gateway to the Dark Web

Exploring the Hidden Wiki: A Gateway to the Dark Web In the realm of the internet lies a mysterious underworld known as the Dark Web. Hidden from conventional search engines and accessible only through specialized software, the Dark Web harbors a plethora of hidden services, illicit marketplaces, and anonymous communication channels. At the heart of this clandestine network lies the enigmatic Hidden Wiki. What is the Hidden Wiki? The Hidden Wiki serves as a directory of links to various websites and services operating within the Dark Web.

An overview of the Portable Executable (PE) File Structure

Introduction Portable Executable (PE) files are the standard file format for executables and dynamic-link libraries (DLLs) in the Windows operating system. In this article, we will discuss the structure of PE files and how it is used by the Windows operating system to execute and load applications. What is a PE File? A Portable Executable (PE) file is a binary file format used by Microsoft Windows operating systems. PE files contain executable code, resources, and metadata required to run an application or library in Windows.

The SolarWinds Supply Chain Attack: Understanding the Threat and Protecting Your Organization

Introduction The SolarWinds supply chain attack, also known as the “Sunburst” attack, was a sophisticated cyber attack that took place in 2020. This attack used a sophisticated piece of malware that was embedded in a software update for the SolarWinds Orion network monitoring platform. The malware was used to compromise a large number of government and private organizations across the world. The Attack in Detail The attackers used a multi-stage approach to carry out this attack.

Understanding the Tor protocol and its implementation

Introduction The Tor (The Onion Router) protocol is a widely used privacy-enhancing technology that enables anonymous communication on the internet. This open-source software routes internet traffic through a series of servers, called nodes, to conceal the user’s location and identity. How it works Tor works by encrypting the user’s internet traffic multiple times and passing it through a series of nodes, with each node decrypting only enough of the encryption to know the address of the next node in the circuit.

Discovering Life's Purpose Through Memento Mori: Reflections on Self-Expression

Introduction This year has been a though one. And though times teach great things. I am somewhat scared of death, well not that much, but I am starting to respect it, and that’s why I am going to write my thoughts here. “Memento Mori” would a stoic say. I always have been a very reserved guy, with all that opsec things in mind, but now the idea of leaving something about me, here on the internet, fascinates me.

Spectre and Meltdown: Processor Vulnerabilities Explained

Introduction In January 2018, the world of computing was shaken by the discovery of two major security vulnerabilities: Spectre and Meltdown. These two vulnerabilities affected computer processors in almost every device, including laptops, desktops, smartphones, and even cloud servers. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at what Spectre and Meltdown are, how they work, and what can be done to protect against them. What are Spectre and Meltdown? Spectre and Meltdown are two separate security vulnerabilities that exploit the way modern computer processors work.