The H.A.C.K.E.R. Project
Helping Access Cyber Knowledge Everywhere, Realistically.
Author: Santiago Sanchez
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Install Antivirus Software
One classic piece of cybersecurity advice aside from creating a strong password is to install antivirus software onto your device, and this is for good reason. Antivirus software can help keep your device safe, protect it from malware and other potentially harmful programs, and possibly offer other security benefits. Thus, if you have not already…
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Man-In-The-Middle Attacks
Have you ever wondered if someone was listening in on your conversation while in public? While this may be known as eavesdropping in the real world, this sort of action has a different name in the realm of cybersecurity: a man-in-the-middle attack. A man-in-the-middle (MitM) attack is one in which the hacker “may try to…
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All About Trojan Horses
The classic tale of the Trojan Horse is a prime example that not everything is as it seems upon first glance, and this lesson extends to the malware of the same name.
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Put a Privacy Screen Filter on Your Device
Have you ever worried that someone is looking at your device’s screen while in public? Fortunately, a privacy screen filter can make it much harder for a curious individual to see what is on your screen.
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Cover Your Webcam
Nearly all laptop computers have a built-in webcam, and many purchase external webcams for their PCs. To maximize your personal cybersecurity, make sure to cover or unplug your webcam.
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File Permisions In Linux
File permission management allows for greater control over who can do what with files or even computer systems. Knowing how to modify file permissions in Linux is a useful skill to have.
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How to Navigate the Linux Filesystem Via Command Line
Whether you are beginning to learn the ins and outs of Linux or have been using Linux for years, it is great to know how to use the command line to navigate through the filesystem.
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Tailgating: More Than a Pregame Party
Not all cyber threats require a computer or technology, despite what one would assume. Tailgating is a type of attack that aims to circumvent physical security measures in order to compromise cybersecurity.
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What is Shoulder Surfing?
While some cyber threats can be complex and require a bit of know-how to perform, there is one type of cyber threat, shoulder surfing, that is an extremely easy type of attack that can be performed by anyone, regardless of age or technological skill.
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Comment Your Code
Including comments within your code is a rather important step that you should always take the time to do, regardless if you are simply coding as a hobby or if software programming is your career.
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Language Overview: Python
Python is a versatile and widely-known programming language. It is often used in data science, machine learning, and software development, and is generally cleaner and easier to read. Knowing some of the basic qualities of Python is a great way to start learning the language.
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When Should You Change Your Password?
Password security is extremely important. One often neglected aspect is changing your password often. But when should you change it?
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