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…13 min read·Mar 16, 2024----
Sigmund Brandstaetter CISSP, CCSP, CISM, OSCP, CEHProtecting Against Cyber Threats: The use of Domain Generation Algorithm (DGA) by threat actors11 min read·Mar 2, 2024--1--1
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…14 min read·Feb 25, 2024--1--1
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…12 min read·Feb 18, 2024--2--2
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…8 min read·Feb 4, 2024----
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…7 min read·Jan 21, 2024----
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…7 min read·Jan 14, 2024----
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…8 min read·Jan 13, 2024----
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…6 min read·Jan 11, 2024----
Sigmund Brandstaetter CISSP, CCSP, CISM, OSCP, CEHinOSINT TEAMAI Cupid or Conman: How ChatGPT is Revolutionizing Romance Scams8 min read·Jan 6, 2024----