[Day 3] 4. Extra

Early PC Technology vs. Today's Technology

• Earlier PCs:

  • RAM: Around 64MB or 128MB
  • Storage: Between 5GB to 10GB
  • Despite lower specs, these PCs cost the same as modern-day computers.

• Current Generation:

  • People aged 50 to 60 may not be as aware of modern technology, making them vulnerable to social engineering and phishing attacks.
  • Attackers take advantage of this by convincing them to share confidential information.

Common Scams

• Fake Marriage Invitation Scam:
  • Attackers send fake marriage invitations.
  • When the victim clicks the link or opens the attached file, it installs malicious software that compromises their device and steals personal information.

Advanced Threats in Information Security

• Len Noe:
  • A white-hat hacker who has implanted over 10 chips inside his body.
  • These chips can bypass 450+ types of physical security.
  • This represents a next-level threat to information security.
  • These chips can emulate keycards and allow him to test and identify vulnerabilities in security systems. His work is ethical and legal, as he uses his skills to improve security by identifying weaknesses with the consent of organizations. Unlike malicious hackers, white-hat hackers aim to strengthen security systems.

QR Codes and Phishing

• QR codes are increasingly used in phishing attacks.
  • Attackers use QR codes to trick users into scanning them, leading to malicious sites or apps.

Networking Concepts

1. Sniffing:

   • Network sniffing is the process of capturing data as it travels across the network.
   • Tool: Wireshark is commonly used to sniff networks and analyze traffic.

2. Spoofing:

   • A technique where an attacker impersonates another device or user to gain unauthorized access or steal data.

Tools and Techniques

1. Advanced IP Scanner:

   • A tool used to scan a network and see which devices are connected to the same network.

2. OSINT (Open Source Intelligence):

   • Tools that gather information from publicly available sources.

3. SQRX Disposable Browser:

   • A browser that allows safe viewing of suspicious websites or files, minimizing the risk of malware infections.

4. Disposable File Viewer:

   • A tool for safely viewing suspicious files without risking your device’s security.

5. Disposable Email Tool:

   • Used to create temporary email addresses to avoid exposing your personal email when signing up for services.

6. Start.me:

   • A customizable start page to access websites, tools, and news more easily.