Cyber Ghosts: Digital Espionage and the New Cold War by Michael Mancino Editor's Note: This first appeared in The Havok Journal November 22, 2014, however remains very much a relevant topic today. Michael Mancino is a U.S. Army veteran, world traveler, and certified personal protection officer. In this piece, which he shared with us from his blog, he explains the threat of … [Read more...]
Security and the Internet of Things (IoT)
Security and the Internet of Things (IoT) by Matt James Simply put, IoT devices are everyday peripherals that have embedded electronics that can connect and exchange data with other devices, computers, and networks. The possibilities are extensive, and they generally provide a greater benefit than they do a detriment. So what is all the commotion? There are several … [Read more...]
Plastic “Bullets”: Isn’t That a Really Bad Idea?
Plastic "Bullets": Isn't That a Really Bad Idea? by Scott Faith I read with interest a recent headline touting a revolutionary "plastic bullet." Could such a thing actually be done? Given the marvels of modern science, I supposed it was a possibility. After all, people have experimented with a number of different types of bullets, including ice. But given the extreme heat … [Read more...]
Russia Hacking Considerations
Russia Hacking Considerations by Matt James Editor's Note: This article first appeared in The Havok Journal in August 2017. Given what's going on in our country right now, it seems appropriate to republish it. The media’s craze surrounding possible Russian interference with the U.S. election through hacking isn’t going away anytime soon. Though the hype is primarily … [Read more...]
3 Simple Tips for Internet Security
3 Simple Tips for Internet Security by Matt James Cyber Security isn't just a buzzword for nation-states and corporations. It’s no surprise that stories about hacking are published daily in the press. Even around the water-cooler, I’m sure most readers have stories about annoying situations where their identities were compromised, or their systems were affected by a virus … [Read more...]
3 Must-Have Emergency Lifesavers for Your Car
3 Must-Have Emergency Lifesavers for Your Car by Andrew Fisher Trauma is the leading cause of death for ages 44 and younger. It is also the leading cause of productive life years lost for ages 75 and under. That is greater than heart disease and cancer combined. As a result of poor understanding of bystander trauma care, people die unnecessarily. You do not want to find … [Read more...]
Solutions Built by Warfighters for Warfighters
Written by Special Guests: PPS Team In March of 1999, three men in Huntsville, Alabama started a company with the vision to create a technology-focused, employee-driven government contracting business. By the end of 1999, their dream had grown to 11 employees and achieved $1.2 Million in revenue. Twenty years later, Radiance Technologies has grown to become a $157M a year … [Read more...]
What’s Wrong with Huawei Seeking $1 Billion from Verizon for Patent Infringement?
What’s Wrong with Huawei Seeking $1 Billion from Verizon for Patent Infringement? by Matt Trevathan I disembarked my plane to fill my lungs with the thick, humid air of Guangzhou. Although it was still early morning, the heat was just to the point of “oppressive” as my undershirt began soaking up the sweat to provide some good old southern air conditioning. But I wasn’t in … [Read more...]
Identity Theft – Americans Overwhelmingly Concerned About Credit Card Fraud
Identity Theft - Americans Overwhelmingly Concerned About Credit Card Fraud by: Special Guest Research conducted recently by the Unisys Corporation reveals that identity theft when it comes to credit card scams is Americans' number one issue. Can identity theft be scarier than terrorism? When people ask me, "How do I protect myself from credit card scams?" I tell … [Read more...]
Why is hacking so prevalent?
I’ve spent years being paid to break into networks, systems, and devices; hired to evaluate infrastructure to implement defenses to keep hackers out, and have managed large complex risk management programs to bring it all together. Want to know the secret to the multi-billion dollar industry that forms this cat and mouse game? I call it The Four Ps: Patching, Permissions, … [Read more...]
