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Data Breaches as a Top Cyber Security Threat

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    Today, we live in a world of technology. Science has evolved very rapidly in the past few decades which has allowed us to make our lives easier and more entertaining. The internet could be considered as one of the ground-breaking inventions of human history. Almost everyone in this world relates to this large network. Social media, Electronic mails, Instant messaging, Video streaming came with the internet and now it has become a part of human life. With great potentials comes grave dangers. Some people use their knowledge to perform criminal activities via the internet. These personals are called Black Hat Hackers. The Black Hats work in the shadow and couldn’t easily be caught. These people are equipped with programming and social engineering skills which make them more dangerous than common criminals.                Why do hackers target private data?...
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Track social media accounts using the Sherlock Project

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Are our online identities and online privacy always secure? The answer is no, there is at least a small threat if you have an online presence. Our privacy can be at risk especially if we have bad habits for online activities. Hackers are constantly trying to gain access to your sensitive information and use it for their benefit. Most of the security leaks happen on insecure web pages. It's advisable not to use any sensitive information on insecure websites. However, some websites have access to secure information.           Ex:   Using 'Sign In with Facebook' option on a webpage. This webpage will have access to your Facebook profile. If                       the webpage is insecure, there is a greater chance that a hacker stealing your credentials. Figure 1.1-Cross platform social media login In this tutorial, I will show how to track social media accounts that use the same u...
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How to install Parrot OS in Oracle VM VirtualBox

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What is Parrot OS? Parrot OS is a GNU/Linux distribution that is based on Debian that can be used for development and penetration testing. The Parrot OS is developed by the Parrot Project team and was initially released on 10th April 2013. The reason that the Parrot OS is popular throughout tech enthusiasts because of its lightweight and versatility. Works flawlessly even when it's live booted using external media, unlike other Linux distribution. Figure 1.1  A basic snapshot of this OS is shown in Figure 1.1. Notice that the UI has shown a significant distinction from other Debian based Linux distribution. Install Parrot OS in VM VirtualBox In this tutorial, I will show you how to install Parrot OS in a step by step guide. All the steps must be followed exactly as it is and in the correct order. In this tutorial, I have assumed that you have configured VirtualBox properly. If not, it's recommended to read the official guide before starting this tutorial. Befor...
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