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• 01:39, 7 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Template:Infobox Hacker (Created page with " <h1>{{{Hacker Name}}}</h1> <table> <tr> <td colspan="2" style="text-align: center;"> <img src="{{{image}}}" alt="{{{Hacker Name}}}"> </td> </tr> <tr> <th>Birth Date:</th> <td>{{{birthday}}}</td> </tr> <tr> <th>Birth Place:</th> <td>{{{birthplace}}}</td> </tr> <tr> <th>Handle:</th> <td>{{{handle}}}<...")
• 00:44, 7 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Template:Blank (Created page with "|- style="background: white; "")
• 00:44, 7 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Template:Name (Created page with "|- style="background: white; " | Name: | {{{1}}}")
• 00:43, 7 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Template:Handle (Created page with "|- style="background: white; " | Handle: | {{{1}}}")
• 00:17, 7 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Key Distribution (Created page with "== Key Distribution == '''Key Distribution''' is the process of securely delivering cryptographic keys from a key management system or key generation entity to authorized users, devices, or systems for the purpose of encrypting, decrypting, signing, or authenticating data and communications. Key distribution is a critical aspect of cryptographic key management and is essential for ensuring the secure and reliable operation of cryptographic systems and protocols. === Pu...")
• 23:46, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Key Usage (Created page with "== Key Usage == '''Key Usage''' refers to the specific cryptographic operations or purposes for which a cryptographic key is intended and authorized to be used. In cryptography, keys are used to perform various cryptographic operations, such as encryption, decryption, digital signing, and authentication, and the proper usage of keys is essential for ensuring the security and integrity of encrypted data and communications. === Purpose === The purpose of defining key us...")
• 23:44, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Key Rotation (Created page with "== Key Rotation == '''Key Rotation''' is a security practice in cryptography that involves periodically replacing cryptographic keys with new ones to enhance security and reduce the risk of unauthorized access, data breaches, or cryptographic attacks. Key rotation is essential for maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of encrypted data and communications and is commonly employed in various cryptographic systems and protocols. === Purpose === The...")
• 23:41, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Key Revocation and Disposal (Created page with "== Key Revocation and Disposal == '''Key Revocation and Disposal''' refers to the process of invalidating cryptographic keys and securely disposing of them when they are no longer needed or when they are compromised to prevent unauthorized access, data breaches, or misuse of cryptographic assets. Key revocation and disposal are essential components of cryptographic key management practices and are critical for maintaining the security and integrity of cryptographic syst...") Tag: Visual edit: Switched
• 00:20, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Extended Detection and Response (Created page with "== Extended Detection and Response == '''Extended Detection and Response''' (XDR) is a cybersecurity approach and technology that expands upon traditional endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions to provide integrated threat detection, investigation, and response capabilities across multiple security layers and domains within an organization's environment. XDR solutions consolidate and correlate security telemetry from endpoints, networks, applications, and cloud...")
• 00:19, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Exploit Kit (Created page with "== Exploit Kit == An '''Exploit Kit''' is a malicious toolkit or software package designed to automate the exploitation of vulnerabilities in software, web browsers, or plugins on target systems. Exploit kits are typically used by cybercriminals, hackers, or malicious actors to deliver malware payloads, such as ransomware, trojans, or spyware, to compromised systems for financial gain or malicious purposes. === Functionality === Exploit Kits typically offer the follow...")
• 00:18, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Exploit (Created page with "== Exploit == An '''exploit''' is a piece of software, code, or technique designed to take advantage of vulnerabilities, weaknesses, or flaws in software, hardware, or systems to gain unauthorized access, perform malicious actions, or achieve specific objectives. Exploits can be used by attackers, hackers, or malicious actors to compromise the security of computer systems, networks, and applications, leading to data breaches, system compromise, and unauthorized access t...")
• 00:17, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Endpoint Security (Created page with "== Endpoint Security == '''Endpoint Security''' refers to the practice of securing endpoint devices, such as computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets, and servers, from cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. Endpoint security aims to protect endpoint devices from malware, unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security risks by implementing a combination of security measures, technologies, and best practices. === Components of Endpoint Security === Endpoint...")
• 00:16, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Endpoint Protection Platform (Created page with "== Endpoint Protection Platform == An '''Endpoint Protection Platform''' (EPP) is a cybersecurity solution designed to secure and protect endpoint devices, such as desktops, laptops, servers, and mobile devices, from cyber threats, malware, and malicious activities. EPP solutions provide a comprehensive set of security features and capabilities to detect, prevent, and respond to security incidents on endpoint devices, helping organizations defend against evolving cyber...")
• 00:15, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Endpoint Privilege Management (Created page with "== Endpoint Privilege Management == '''Endpoint Privilege Management''' refers to the practice of managing and controlling the privileges and permissions granted to users, applications, and processes on endpoint devices, such as computers, servers, and mobile devices. Endpoint privilege management aims to enforce the principle of least privilege, limiting access to only those resources and capabilities necessary for users and processes to perform their tasks while minim...")
• 00:09, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Endpoint Hardening (Created page with "== Endpoint Hardening == '''Endpoint Hardening''' refers to the process of strengthening the security posture of endpoint devices, such as computers, laptops, servers, and mobile devices, to protect against cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attacks. Endpoint hardening aims to reduce the attack surface and enhance the resilience of endpoint devices by implementing security controls, configurations, and best practices. === Goals of Endpoint Hardening === The primary g...")
• 00:06, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Endpoint Detection and Response (Created page with "== Endpoint Detection and Response == '''Endpoint Detection and Response''' (EDR) is a cybersecurity approach and technology that focuses on detecting, investigating, and responding to security incidents and threats on endpoint devices, such as desktops, laptops, servers, and mobile devices. EDR solutions provide real-time visibility into endpoint activities, behaviors, and security events, allowing organizations to rapidly identify and mitigate cyber threats and breach...")
• 00:05, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Endpoint (Created page with "== Endpoint == An '''Endpoint''' refers to a device, such as a computer, smartphone, tablet, or server, that is connected to a network and capable of sending, receiving, and processing data. Endpoints serve as access points or communication nodes within a network, allowing users to interact with network resources, applications, and services. === Types of Endpoints === There are various types of endpoints, including: * '''Desktops and Laptops''': Personal computers an...")
• 00:04, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page End of Life (Created page with "== End of Life == '''End of Life''' (EOL), also known as end of support or end of service, refers to the point in time when a product or service reaches the end of its commercial viability and is no longer actively supported, maintained, or updated by its manufacturer, vendor, or service provider. End of life typically occurs after a predetermined period or milestone, during which the product or service receives regular updates, patches, and technical support. === Reas...")
• 00:02, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Encryption at Rest (Created page with "== Encryption at Rest == '''Encryption at Rest''' is a security measure that involves encrypting data stored in storage devices or databases to protect it from unauthorized access or disclosure while it is in a restful state, i.e., not actively being accessed or processed. Encryption at rest ensures that even if the physical storage medium is compromised or stolen, the data remains encrypted and unreadable to unauthorized users. === How Encryption at Rest Works === En...")
• 00:01, 6 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Category:Encryption (Created page with "'''Encryption''' is a process of encoding information or data in such a way that only authorized parties can access and understand it. It is a fundamental technique used to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and authenticity of sensitive information transmitted and stored in digital form. Encryption is a critical tool for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and authenticity of digital information in today's interconnected and data-driven world. By leveraging...")
• 23:59, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Encryption (Created page with "== Encryption == '''Encryption''' is a process of encoding information or data in such a way that only authorized parties can access and understand it. It is a fundamental technique used to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and authenticity of sensitive information transmitted and stored in digital form. === How Encryption Works === Encryption involves the transformation of plaintext (unencrypted data) into ciphertext (encrypted data) using an encryption algorit...")
• 23:58, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Embedded Security (Created page with "== Embedded Security == '''Embedded Security''' refers to the protection of computing devices, systems, and applications that are embedded within larger electronic systems, such as Internet of Things (IoT) devices, industrial control systems (ICS), automotive systems, and medical devices. Embedded security aims to safeguard these embedded systems from various cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attacks to ensure their integrity, confidentiality, and availability. === I...")
• 23:57, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Email Spoofing (Created page with "== Email Spoofing == '''Email Spoofing''' is a deceptive technique used by malicious actors to forge the sender's email address or domain in email messages, making them appear as if they were sent from a legitimate source. Email spoofing is commonly employed in phishing attacks, spam campaigns, and email-based scams to trick recipients into believing that the messages are from trusted entities, such as reputable organizations or individuals. === How Email Spoofing Work...")
• 23:56, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Email Security Gateway (Created page with "== Email Security Gateway == An '''Email Security Gateway''' is a dedicated security appliance or cloud-based service designed to protect email communication systems from various threats, such as spam, malware, phishing attacks, and data breaches. Email security gateways serve as the first line of defense for organizations by filtering inbound and outbound email traffic, enforcing security policies, and detecting and blocking malicious content. === Functionality === E...")
• 23:55, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Email Filtering (Created page with "== Email Filtering == '''Email Filtering''' is a process used to identify and categorize incoming email messages based on predefined criteria, such as sender, subject, content, and attachments. Email filtering helps users manage their email inbox by automatically sorting messages into different folders, flagging spam or suspicious emails, and prioritizing important communications. === How Email Filtering Works === Email filtering typically involves the following steps...")
• 23:53, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Email Encryption (Created page with "== Email Encryption == '''Email Encryption''' is a security technique that protects the contents of email messages from unauthorized access or disclosure by encrypting them using cryptographic algorithms. Email encryption ensures that only authorized recipients can decrypt and read the messages, thereby safeguarding sensitive information transmitted via email against interception and eavesdropping. === How Email Encryption Works === Email encryption typically involves...")
• 23:52, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Category:Cryptography (Created page with "'''Cryptography''' is the practice and study of techniques for secure communication and data protection in the presence of adversaries. It encompasses various cryptographic algorithms, protocols, and methodologies designed to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and authenticity of information transmitted and stored in digital form. Cryptography plays a crucial role in ensuring the security and privacy of digital communications and data in today's interconnected world...")
• 23:49, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Elliptic Curve Cryptography (Created page with "== Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) == '''Elliptic Curve Cryptography''' (ECC) is a public-key cryptography technique based on the mathematical properties of elliptic curves over finite fields. ECC offers strong security with relatively small key sizes compared to other public-key cryptosystems, making it well-suited for resource-constrained environments such as mobile devices and IoT devices. === How Elliptic Curve Cryptography Works === ECC operates based on the ma...")
• 23:48, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Eavesdropping Attack (Created page with "== Eavesdropping Attack == An '''Eavesdropping Attack''' is a form of cyber attack where an unauthorized party intercepts and monitors communications between two or more parties without their knowledge or consent. Eavesdropping attacks are typically conducted to steal sensitive information, such as passwords, financial data, or confidential business communications, for malicious purposes. === How Eavesdropping Attacks Work === Eavesdropping attacks typically involve t...")
• 23:43, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Doppelganger Domain (Created page with "== Doppelganger Domain == A '''Doppelganger Domain''' refers to a domain name that is intentionally crafted to closely resemble a legitimate domain name, often with minor variations such as misspellings, hyphens, or different top-level domains (TLDs). Cybercriminals use doppelganger domains for malicious purposes, including phishing attacks, domain hijacking, and spreading malware. === Characteristics of Doppelganger Domains === Doppelganger domains typically exhibit...")
• 23:43, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page DomainKeys Identified Mail (Created page with "== DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM) == '''DomainKeys Identified Mail''' (DKIM) is an email authentication technique that allows senders to digitally sign outgoing emails to verify their authenticity and integrity. DKIM helps prevent email spoofing, phishing, and message tampering by providing a mechanism for receivers to verify that emails originated from legitimate senders and have not been altered during transit. === How DKIM Works === DKIM operates by adding a dig...")
• 23:40, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Domain-Based Message Authentication Reporting and Conformance (Created page with "== Domain-Based Message Authentication Reporting and Conformance (DMARC) == '''Domain-Based Message Authentication Reporting and Conformance''' (DMARC) is an email authentication protocol that helps organizations protect their email domains from phishing, spoofing, and email fraud. DMARC builds upon existing email authentication standards, such as SPF (Sender Policy Framework) and DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail), by providing domain owners with visibility and control...")
• 23:39, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Domain Name System Security (Created page with "== Domain Name System Security == '''Domain Name System Security''' (DNSSEC) is a suite of extensions to DNS protocols designed to enhance the security and integrity of the Domain Name System (DNS). DNSSEC provides authentication and data integrity mechanisms to address vulnerabilities such as DNS spoofing, cache poisoning, and man-in-the-middle attacks. === How DNSSEC Works === DNSSEC works by digitally signing DNS records using cryptographic keys, allowing DNS resol...")
• 23:37, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Domain Name System (Created page with "== Domain Name System (DNS) == The '''Domain Name System''' (DNS) is a hierarchical and distributed naming system for computers, services, or any resource connected to the internet or a private network. DNS translates human-readable domain names into numerical IP addresses, which are used to locate and identify devices and services on the network. === How DNS Works === DNS operates using a client-server architecture and involves the following components: # '''DNS Cli...")
• 23:34, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Domain Hijacking (Created page with "== Domain Hijacking == '''Domain hijacking''' refers to the unauthorized transfer of control over a registered domain name from its rightful owner to another individual or entity without their consent. This malicious act often involves exploiting vulnerabilities in domain registration or management systems to gain access to the domain's administrative controls. === How Domain Hijacking Works === Domain hijacking typically involves the following steps: # '''Unauthoriz...")
• 23:34, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page DNS Server (Created page with "== Domain Name System (DNS) Server == A '''Domain Name System (DNS) server''' is a critical component of the internet infrastructure responsible for translating human-readable domain names into numerical IP addresses. DNS servers facilitate the communication between devices connected to the internet by resolving domain names to their corresponding IP addresses, allowing users to access websites, send emails, and perform other network activities. === How DNS Servers Wor...")
• 23:31, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Distributed Denial of Service (Created page with "== Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) == A '''Distributed Denial of Service''' (DDoS) attack is a malicious attempt to disrupt the normal functioning of a targeted server, service, or network by overwhelming it with a flood of illegitimate traffic. Unlike traditional Denial of Service (DoS) attacks, which are carried out from a single source, DDoS attacks harness the power of multiple compromised devices to launch coordinated assaults. === How DDoS Attacks Work ===...")
• 23:30, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Digital Signature (Created page with "== Digital Signature == A '''digital signature''' is a cryptographic technique used to validate the authenticity and integrity of digital messages, documents, or software. Similar to handwritten signatures on paper documents, digital signatures provide assurance that the message or document was created by a particular sender and has not been altered in transit. === How Digital Signatures Work === Digital signatures rely on asymmetric cryptography, which involves the u...")
• 23:26, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Digital Rights Management (Created page with "== Digital Rights Management == '''Digital Rights Management''' (DRM) is a set of technologies, techniques, or systems used by content creators, publishers, distributors, or rights holders to control, manage, or enforce the usage, distribution, or access rights of digital content, media, or intellectual property in digital environments. DRM solutions are designed to protect copyrighted works, prevent unauthorized copying, redistribution, or piracy, and enable rights hol...")
• 23:24, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Digital Certificate (Created page with "== Digital Certificate == A '''Digital Certificate''' is a cryptographic credential used in cybersecurity to establish the identity, authenticity, and trustworthiness of entities, such as individuals, organizations, devices, or services, in electronic communications, transactions, or interactions over computer networks, such as the internet. It serves as a digital equivalent of a physical identity document, providing proof of identity, ownership, or authorization for ac...")
• 23:13, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Differential Privacy (Created page with "== Differential Privacy == '''Differential Privacy''' is a privacy-preserving technique used in data analysis and statistical disclosure control to enable the extraction of useful insights from datasets while minimizing the risk of disclosing sensitive or personal information about individual data subjects. It aims to achieve a balance between data utility and privacy protection by introducing noise, randomness, or perturbations to query responses or aggregated results...")
• 23:11, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Dictionary Attack (Created page with "== Dictionary Attack == A '''Dictionary Attack''' is a type of cyberattack that involves systematically trying a large number of words or phrases from a precompiled list (known as a dictionary) to guess passwords or encryption keys. This attack method exploits the likelihood that many users choose weak or common passwords, such as words found in dictionaries, common phrases, or easily guessable character combinations. === Overview === In a Dictionary Attack, an attack...")
• 23:02, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Device Fingerprinting (Created page with "== Device Fingerprinting == '''Device Fingerprinting''' is a technique used in cybersecurity and digital marketing to uniquely identify and track devices, such as computers, smartphones, or IoT devices, based on their unique hardware or software characteristics. Device fingerprinting analyzes various attributes and parameters of a device, including its hardware configuration, software settings, network attributes, and user behavior patterns, to generate a unique identif...")
• 23:00, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Descriptive Metadata (Created page with "== Descriptive Metadata == '''Descriptive Metadata''' refers to structured information that describes the characteristics, properties, or attributes of digital resources, such as documents, images, audio files, or video clips, to facilitate their discovery, identification, retrieval, and management within information systems, digital libraries, or content repositories. Descriptive metadata provides essential contextual information about the content, context, or provenan...")
• 22:57, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Derogatory Domain (Created page with "== Derogatory Domain == A '''Derogatory Domain''' refers to an internet domain name that contains offensive, inappropriate, or disparaging language, symbols, or terms that may be considered offensive, discriminatory, or derogatory towards individuals, groups, or organizations. Derogatory domains are often used for malicious or abusive purposes, such as cyberbullying, hate speech, or online harassment, to target specific individuals, communities, or ethnic groups with of...")
• 22:55, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Deepfake (Created page with "== Deepfake == '''Deepfake''' is a portmanteau of "deep learning" and "fake," referring to synthetic media generated by artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms, particularly deep learning techniques, to create hyper-realistic but fraudulent images, videos, or audio recordings that depict individuals saying or doing things they never said or did. Deepfake technology leverages deep neural networks, generative adversarial networks (GANs), or other machine learning models t...")
• 22:53, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Deep Packet Inspection (Created page with "== Deep Packet Inspection == '''Deep Packet Inspection''' (DPI) is a network monitoring and packet filtering technology used to inspect the content of data packets traversing a network, including the payload, headers, and protocols, to perform advanced analysis, classification, and filtering based on packet contents, application behavior, or security policies. DPI enables granular visibility, control, and management of network traffic, allowing network administrators or...")
• 22:52, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Decryption (Created page with "== Decryption == '''Decryption''' is the process of transforming encrypted data or ciphertext back into its original form or plaintext using an encryption key or decryption algorithm. It involves reversing the encryption process, applying mathematical operations or cryptographic techniques to recover the original data from its scrambled or unintelligible state, allowing authorized users or systems to access and interpret the decrypted information. === Overview === Dec...")
• 22:49, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Data Tokenization (Created page with "== Data Tokenization == '''Data Tokenization''' is a data security technique used to protect sensitive information by substituting it with unique tokens or placeholders while preserving its format and length. Tokenization involves the process of generating and assigning token values to sensitive data elements, such as credit card numbers, social security numbers, or personal identification information (PII), to prevent unauthorized access, theft, or misuse of sensitive...")
• 22:46, 5 May 2024 Ccocrick talk contribs created page Data Sovereignty (Created page with "== Data Sovereignty == '''Data Sovereignty''' refers to the concept that data is subject to the laws and regulations of the country or jurisdiction in which it is located or where it is processed, stored, or transferred. It encompasses the rights and responsibilities of individuals, organizations, or governments over data governance, privacy, and control within their respective legal jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with data protection laws, privacy regulations, and...")