Originally written in 2016, now republished on Substack with 2026 editorial notes, because apparently the future did not arrive suddenly. It sent plenty of meeting invites and most people ignored them because the subject line looked too technical.Seven articles. One connected world.Security, privacy, infrastructure, business models, culture, small operating systems, cryptography, and the charming industry habit of calling everything “smart” before asking whether it is secure, governed, patched, or even remotely sensible.Reading them today is not nostalgia.It is a useful reminder that many things change enormously, while the important questions remain patiently seated in the corner, sipping tea and judging…
originally posted non linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/microsofts-new-email-rules-spf-dkim-dmarc-bust-cisos-sarcastic-ipp4f/?trackingId=ax49582QQsmt8%2FZStLd3GQ%3D%3D 🚨 I told you so. 🚨Yes, I did say this was coming. Loud and clear. But apparently, the gentle whispers of SPF, DKIM, and DMARC weren’t enough to wake those still snoozing in the warm blanket of “we’ll fix it when it breaks.”Well, guess what? Microsoft has joined the SPF-DKIM-DMARC enforcers club, right next to Google, Yahoo, and Apple. And this time, it’s not just polite suggestions. It’s “comply or good luck reaching the inbox.”Still waiting for a disaster to act? Don’t worry — NIS2 is just around the corner to give you a regulatory…
Everyone’s talking about Artificial Intelligence… often without intelligence and even less art. 🤖💥The latest tech drama? A new low-cost Chinese model, DeepSeek. Some are crying “Tech theft!”, others are hyping it as a “Revolution!”, and then there’s the crowd that still thinks ChatGPT is the only game in town.But the real question remains: Is AI a genius or just a high-tech liability?🎯 Is it truly useful, or just a stylish spy?🎯 Will it make us more productive or just better categorized for profiling?🎯 And most importantly: can we outsmart AI before it starts outsmarting us?After all, a hammer can drive…
🚨 Your IT Department’s Worst Nightmare: When RMM Tools Go Rogue! 🚨 Imagine this: Your IT team is chilling, sipping their well-earned coffee, when suddenly—BOOM! Cybercriminals have just hijacked your Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) tools, turning your secure network into their personal playground.RMM tools are supposed to help IT teams keep things running smoothly. But in the wrong hands? They become digital skeleton keys, unlocking systems, deploying malware, and causing mayhem faster than you can say, “Who clicked that phishing link?” 😱In my latest article, I take a deep dive into how hackers manipulate legitimate RMM tools like AnyDesk,…
🚨 Breaking News: Humans Still Clicking on Sketchy Links! 🚨 You’ve trained your employees. You’ve deployed cutting-edge security. You’ve implemented MFA. And yet… someone still clicked on the “Free iPhone 15” link in their email. 🎣Welcome to Human Factor Security, where the greatest vulnerability isn’t your software—it’s Dave from Accounting.From phishing emails to TOAD (no, not the Mario Kart one—Telephone-Oriented Attack Delivery), cybercriminals are weaponizing human gullibility faster than you can say “reset your password.” And if you think MFA is your ultimate shield, well… let me introduce you to Adversary-in-the-Middle (AitM) attacks.In my latest article, I dive into: 🔹…
The Human Factor and Security: A Love-Hate Relationship There’s been a lot of chatter lately about the “human factor” in security. You’ve probably heard the slogans: “Humans are the weakest link in the security chain!” or “If it weren’t for users, security would be easy!” And let’s be honest—there’s some truth to these claims. But what does this really mean? And are humans truly the villains of the cybersecurity world? Let’s dig in, shall we? 🕵️♂️ Humans move data, communicate, and make decisions. Without these activities, work would be pointless. Unless you’re a hardcore nerd writing code 100% of the…
The Rise and Fall of Password Gods: Aunt Gertrude’s Descent into the Rabbit Hole of Hashes and Salt If Aunt Gertrude realised just how critical the security of her meatball recipe was, she’d probably consider hiring a CISO to guard her kitchen. Alas, her recipe—like most passwords—lives in a precarious state: a scrap of paper tucked under her casserole dish. And much like the rest of us, she underestimates the consequences of poor password hygiene. Table of Contents Introduction Password Length, Complexity, and the Human Factor The Hidden Dangers of Password Storage Windows Password Storage: The NTLM Saga Linux Password…
PASSWORDS, PASSPHRASES, AND THE MYSTERY OF AUNT GERTRUDE’S MEATBALLS (Or, How to Secure Your Digital Life While Laughing About It) Note: Reading is recommended with a good supply of tea, coffee, or meatballs (depending on your time zone and hunger levels). Welcome to the semi-serious universe of cybersecurity, where our worst digital nightmares mix with family recipes, jokes about common passwords, and technical insights into cryptography. Table of Contents 1. Introduction: Why Talk About Passwords and Meatballs? Imagine an ordinary day. You’re about to access Aunt Gertrude’s top-secret recipe for the world’s best meatballs (rumored to contain a pinch of…
Antonio Point of View 2,868 subscribers Subscribed 🎄 Beware of Holiday Scams: The Ultimate Guide to Dodging Yuletide Cons and Beyond! 🎄 Antonio Ieranò Security, Data Protection, Privacy. Comments are on my own unique responsibility 🙂 Ah, the holiday season knows no borders… and neither do scams! Here, you’ll find a selection of the most common scams at various times of the year, each with its own regional quirks and favourite communication channels. 🎅 Holiday Anti-Scam Tips 🎅 Before clicking that link or responding to strange requests, take a pause. The real Santa Claus never asks for bank details, and…
Given the weight of recent days, the serious discussions, and the lack of handy guides from my side (which always unnerves my dear friend Alessandro Bottonelli), I thought I’d cater to my audience—mostly composed of seasoned youngsters still convinced they’re irresistible. Spoiler alert: no, your alluring neighbor who waves at you every morning from her window isn’t real. Sorry to burst your bubble. Here’s a list of the most creative and colorful romantic and sexual scams where love, blackmail, and the art of digital deception collide. Irony? Absolutely. But as they say, the heart wants what it wants… especially if…
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