Sigmund Brandstaetter CISSP, CCSP, CISM, OSCP, CEHOSINT Learning PathCreating a comprehensive Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) learning plan using free resources involves structuring the learning process from…Jul 13Jul 13
Sigmund Brandstaetter CISSP, CCSP, CISM, OSCP, CEHThe Power of the Mandiant FLARE VM for Effective Malware AnalysisIn cybersecurity, effectively analyzing and mitigating threats is crucial. FLARE VM, a Windows-based security distribution, has shown to be…Mar 16Mar 16
Sigmund Brandstaetter CISSP, CCSP, CISM, OSCP, CEHProtecting Against Cyber Threats: The use of Domain Generation Algorithm (DGA) by threat actorsMar 21Mar 21
Sigmund Brandstaetter CISSP, CCSP, CISM, OSCP, CEHUnderstanding Wazuh: The Free, Open Source Security Platform for XDR & SIEMAs we navigate the complex landscape of cybersecurity, it’s evident that robust and adaptive defenses are pivotal. I’ve discovered that…Feb 251Feb 251
Sigmund Brandstaetter CISSP, CCSP, CISM, OSCP, CEHinOSINT TEAMNavigate OSINT Investigations Like a Pro with CSI LinuxIn my exploration of the digital frontier, I’ve come across a tool that stands out for its robust capabilities in cyber forensics — CSI…Feb 182Feb 182
Sigmund Brandstaetter CISSP, CCSP, CISM, OSCP, CEHBeyond Phishing: A Maze of Deception — Exploring New Frontiers in Social EngineeringPhishing may be the tried-and-true weapon in the social engineering arsenal, but cybercriminals constantly innovate, weaving intricate…Feb 4Feb 4
Sigmund Brandstaetter CISSP, CCSP, CISM, OSCP, CEHThe Looming Shadow: Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) and its Implications for CybersecurityRansomware, once the domain of elite hacker collectives, has become worryingly accessible thanks to the rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service…Jan 21Jan 21
Sigmund Brandstaetter CISSP, CCSP, CISM, OSCP, CEHThe Dark Side of Open Source Intelligence: How Attackers Weaponize OSINT for Reconnaissance and…The open-source intelligence (OSINT) landscape is a bustling marketplace for information — a treasure trove for security researchers…Jan 14Jan 14
Sigmund Brandstaetter CISSP, CCSP, CISM, OSCP, CEHBeyond the Tunnel: Why VPNs are Fading Fast — Modernizing Secure Remote Access with SASE, SDP, and…For decades, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) have been the trusty steeds of secure remote access, cloaking our digital journeys in…Jan 13Jan 13
Sigmund Brandstaetter CISSP, CCSP, CISM, OSCP, CEHThe Evolving Landscape of Ransomware: A Summary (January 2024)The year is 2024, and the specter of ransomware continues to loom large over cyber-defense strategies. New variants emerge relentlessly…Jan 11Jan 11