by valino | Apr 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
Most data breaches are caused by insider threats — not the hoodie-wearing hackers you see in movies. This uncomfortable truth is reshaping how organizations think about cybersecurity, and it has major implications for anyone entering the field. When a massive data...
by valino | Apr 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
Misconceptions about starting a cybersecurity career are everywhere — and they’re keeping smart, capable people out of one of the highest-demand professions on the planet. If you’ve ever thought “I need to be a hacker to work in security” or...
by valino | Apr 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
Cybersecurity certifications are not enough for your first job — and if you’ve spent months studying for CompTIA Security+, CEH, or Google’s Cybersecurity Certificate only to hear nothing but silence from employers, you already know this painful truth. You...
by valino | Feb 23, 2026 | Network
Port-Based QoS vs 802.1p/DSCP QoS: What’s the Difference? If you’re new to networking, you’ve probably seen QoS settings like Port-based QoS and 802.1p/DSCP-based QoS on your router or switch. But what do these terms actually mean? And which one should you use? This...
by valino | Dec 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
LDAP plays a critical role in enterprise identity management, but when deployed insecurely, it becomes a major cybersecurity liability. With over 30 years of cybersecurity experience, this guide explains the difference between Insecure LDAP and Secure LDAP (LDAPS),...
by valino | May 27, 2025 | Network, Hacking
The Domain Name System (DNS) is a critical component of the internet’s infrastructure, but it’s also a frequent target for cybercriminals. A DNS attack exploits vulnerabilities in DNS protocols or configurations to redirect users, exfiltrate data, or disrupt...
by valino | Apr 11, 2025 | Phishing
KEY TAKEAWAYS Volexity has observed multiple Russian threat actors conducting social-engineering and spear-phishing campaigns targeting organizations with the ultimate goal of compromising Microsoft 365 accounts via Device Code Authentication phishing. Device Code...
by valino | Apr 4, 2025 | Zero-Day
As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, traditional perimeter-based security models are no longer enough. Zero Trust Security has emerged as a modern cybersecurity framework built on the principle of “never trust, always verify.” It assumes...
by valino | Apr 2, 2025 | SOC
Digital privacy is essential in our connected world. Learn what privacy means, explore real-world privacy breaches, and discover actionable cybersecurity strategies to safeguard your sensitive information and personal data. What is Digital Privacy? Digital privacy...
by valino | Mar 19, 2025 | SOC
The CIA Triad—Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability—is at the heart of effective cybersecurity. Below, we provide a breakdown of each component, offering clear, actionable strategies to ensure a strong security posture. 1. Confidentiality: Preventing...
