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LockBit's Bold Claim: US Federal Reserve Hack and the Fallout
In a dramatic escalation of cyber threats, the notorious LockBit ransomware group has claimed responsibility for breaching the US Federal...

Rich Washburn
Jun 24, 20243 min read


The End of Privacy: How AI and NPUs are Making E2E Encryption Obsolete
In a stunning revelation that might feel like a dystopian prophecy coming true, end-to-end encryption (E2E) is being rendered obsolete by...

Rich Washburn
Jun 19, 20243 min read


Inside the Mind of Advanced Malware: Techniques and Tactics Unveiled
In the world of cybersecurity, understanding the intricacies of advanced malware is crucial. Recently, I looked at an enterprise-grade...

Rich Washburn
Jun 17, 20243 min read


How Cisco is Quietly Powering the AI Revolution The Unsung Heroes of AI
Cisco Systems, a name often associated with enterprise networking solutions, is now emerging as a significant player in the artificial...

Rich Washburn
Jun 17, 20243 min read


Bespoke AI Solutions: Transforming Your Business, Your Way
Everyone always asks what I do. The long answer is this: “I understand your processes and goals, then leverage cutting-edge blah blah...

Rich Washburn
Jun 17, 20243 min read


New Linux Malware DISGOMOJI Uses Emojis on Discord for Command and Control
A newly discovered Linux malware named DISGOMOJI has emerged, posing a significant risk to government agencies in India. This malware...

Rich Washburn
Jun 16, 20242 min read


Surveillance State 2.0: Former NSA Director Joins OpenAI Board
In a stunning and controversial development, OpenAI has appointed former NSA Director Paul Nakasone to its board, specifically to its...

Rich Washburn
Jun 15, 20243 min read


DJI Drones Face Uncertain Future in the U.S. Amid National Security Concerns
The future of DJI drones in the United States is at a critical juncture. With the impending House vote on the Countering CCP Drones Act...

Rich Washburn
Jun 14, 20242 min read


Eyes in the Sky: High-Altitude Reconnaissance
June 13, 2024 The volume of global surveillance and military intelligence has reached unprecedented levels. This OSINT report outlines...

Watchtower
Jun 13, 20242 min read


The Power and Peril of Shodan
Shodan a formidable search engine designed explicitly for hackers and cybersecurity analysts. It serves as a window into the vast, often...

Rich Washburn
Jun 12, 20243 min read


Hacking Windows Recall: Unveiling the Privacy Nightmare
The digital privacy landscape has been a battleground for years, and Microsoft’s latest feature, Recall, is stirring up controversy. This...

Rich Washburn
Jun 12, 20242 min read


Apple’s Vision for the Future of Artificial Intelligence ”For the Rest of Us”
Apple has done it again, setting the stage for a monumental shift in the tech landscape with its latest innovation: Apple Intelligence....

Rich Washburn
Jun 12, 20243 min read


Microsoft Recall: The Screenshot System You Didn’t Know You Needed to Fear
Recently, Microsoft made headlines with the announcement of their new Co-Pilot Plus PCs, which come equipped with a Neural Processing...

Rich Washburn
Jun 9, 20243 min read


Operation Trojan Shield: The FBI's Global Wiretap Disguised as a Tech Startup
In a world where privacy and security are paramount, even the most clandestine criminal operations can be subject to infiltration. The...

Rich Washburn
Jun 9, 20242 min read


ChatGPT Goes Dark for Many Worldwide: Now What? 🤷♂️
Disruptions are par for the world of Ai, most of this stuff is considered beta. But when an outage strikes a cornerstone like OpenAI's...

Rich Washburn
Jun 4, 20242 min read


Foreign Adversaries Target U.S. Personnel and the Government's Failure to Act
In a hearing that should shock every American who cares about national security and the welfare of our government officials, the Homeland...

Rich Washburn
May 16, 20242 min read


China Hacks UK’s MOD! Cybersecurity & International Relations
Geopolitical tensions simmer just below the surface of international diplomacy, the virtual battleground has become just as contested as...

Rich Washburn
May 7, 20242 min read


Cipher at the Citadel: The Unsolved Kryptos Puzzle
In the shadowed confines of the CIA headquarters in Langley, Virginia, a puzzle has stood defiant against the minds of some of the...

Rich Washburn
May 5, 20242 min read


Perpetual Weakness: Yet Another WordPress Security Issue
WordPress, one of the most popular content management systems worldwide, is often praised for its versatility and user-friendliness....

Rich Washburn
May 5, 20242 min read


Essential Command Line Hacking Tools
Understanding command line tools isn't just for the tech-savvy; it's a fundamental skill for anyone interested in securing their digital...

Rich Washburn
Apr 29, 20242 min read
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