How Do You Manage Your Kids' Digital Devices? by Matt Trevathan "How do you monitor your child’s phone?" I get asked this question a lot. It's easy to get scared as a parent these days with the amount of data and access that a mobile device provides your teenager. Many parents are understandably concerned about the access to the Internet, messaging, mobile apps, … [Read more...]
Why is Hacking So Prevalent?
Why is Hacking So Prevalent? by Matt James 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 … [Read more...]
Adobe Flash: Why is It Always Vulnerable?
Adobe Flash: Why is It Always Vulnerable? by Matt James In cybersecurity and information technology, it seems like there are daily headlines about a new exploit that takes advantage of a flaw in Adobe's Flash products. With constant updates and seemingly endless exploits, people are curious to know what's going on and why it's so damn vulnerable. It's damn … [Read more...]
Autonomous Vehicles: Logistics for Modern War
Autonomous Vehicles: Logistics for Modern War by LTC Charles Faint and Uriel Epshtein This article first appeared in West Point' Modern War Journal under the headline "That's Logistics: The Autonomous Future of the Army's Battlefield Supply Chain." It is reposted here with the permission of the original author and first appeared in The Havok Journal February 17, … [Read more...]
Cyber Ghosts: Digital Espionage and the New Cold War
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...]
