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Webcomic: Why hackers shouldn't play D&D
Tabletop roleplaying + software architecture jokes = ultimate obscure geek humor, courtesy of xkcd. by Jay Garmon
Tags: Software, Hacker, Tools & Techniques, Hacking, Management, Security, Jay Garmon
Blog posts 2007-04-04
Linux expert warns of open source's growing appeal to hackers
Alan Cox, a well-respected Linux developer, warned attendees of London's LinuxWorld that open source software is becoming more attractive to commercial hackers. In this edition of the IT Locksmith, John McCormick fills you in on Cox's statement and tells you about a new organization aiming to stop zero-day exploits. ...
Tags: John McCormick, Linux, UNIX, Patches, Operating systems, Hacking, Zeroday Emergency Response Team, SQO-OSS, open source, hacker, security, Linux expert, IT Locksmith Newsletter, Information Technology, Patch Management, Secunia, Software
Technical articles 2006-10-30
Hacker 2005 - The Broken Link 2.5 (Windows)
Working for a black agency, your mission is to steal money, files, and other valuable material from Internet servers across the world. Experience the thrill of being put into a new life; that of an experienced computer hacker. With advanced tools at your disposal, cracking into computer servers almost seems...
Tags: Hacker, Computer, Blind Virus, Productivity, Hacking, Internet, Microsoft Windows, Security, Operating Systems, Software
Software downloads 2004-07-05
PrepLogic: Certified Ethical Hacker (Exam 312-50) 3.1.2827 (Windows)
This PrepLogic practice exam covers exam objectives for Certified Ethical Hacker (Exam 312-50). This is a preview and includes 50 practice questions, or one full practice exam. The full version includes 251 challenging questions inside of two test modules with true-exam simulations. Version 3.1.2827 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or...
Tags: Exam, Hacker, PrepLogic, Microsoft Windows, Hacking, Security, Operating Systems, Software
Software downloads 2007-11-19
MacAnalysis (OS X) 2.3.2 (Mac)
The purpose of MacAnalysis is to help you avoid all intrusions and damage caused by hackers. The principal behind MacAnalysis is simple, it hacks your server Mac like any experienced hacker would, and informs you what it did and how to efficiently fix the vulnerabilities in your server. MacAnalysis recognizes...
Tags: Apple Macintosh, Vulnerability, Hacker, Sendmail Inc., Lagoon Software, MacAnalysis, Hacking, Apple Mac OS X, Security, Servers, Operating Systems, Software, Apple Mac OS, Hardware
Software downloads 2003-12-29
MSDN Webcast: Security Best Practices: Hardening Your SQL Server (Level 200)
Writing secure code is only one layer of security for your data. One needs to understand how hackers approach the data and how to build a secure database server on which one can predicate secure applications. This webcast helps developers and system administrators "harden" their Microsoft SQL Servers. Hardening involves...
Tags: Microsoft Developer Network, Webcast, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Corp., Hacker, Hacking, Databases, Security, Servers, Enterprise Software, Software, Data Management, Hardware
Webcasts
MSDN Webcast: Best ASP.NET Practices for Shielding Your Site From Hackers
This webcast examines some of the techniques hackers employ to attack web sites, and demonstrate how ASP.NET developers can thwart those attacks preventatively. The webcast starts by presenting some ASP.NET code; then it exposes some typical, attacking hacker code, and finally - shows how to neutralize the attack with the...
Tags: Microsoft Developer Network, Webcast, Microsoft ASP.NET, Hacker, .Net, Middleware, Hacking, Security, Software Development, Software/Web Development, Enterprise Software, Software
Webcasts
Halo2 GameList 1 (Windows)
This is my second attempt to datamine out modders, cheaters, and hackers from the Halo2 community. This code is fully commented and all update suggestions are welcomed.
Tags: Community, Attempt, Hacker, Chris Ellenburg, Microsoft Windows, Hacking, Security, Operating Systems, Software
Software downloads 2007-03-28

Additional Resources

You say cracker; I say hacker: A hacking lexicon
Crackers, hackers, phrackers, phreakers, sneakers: Is there a difference? Here's a primer on hacking nomenclatures to help you keep the bad guys and the good guys straight.Recently, a debate broke out on TechRepublic over the use of the word “hacker” in an article describing DDoS attacks (see "TechRepublic members say...
Tags: SECURITY, National Security Agency, Loraine Lawson, hacker, hacking, cracker
Technical articles 2001-04-13
Hackers and hacking: what is your opinion?
Hackers and hacking: what is your opinion?First lets define what is hacking and who is the hackerHackerA person who enjoys exploring the details of computers and how to stretch their capabilities. A malicious or inquisitive meddler who tries to discover information by poking around. A person who enjoys learning the...
Tags: SECURITY, hacker, hacking
Discussion threads 2006-03-11
This is related to hacking
Im a student in high school right now and i was trying to find a person or people to teach me the skills i need to hack computers. nothing overly illegal just the basics...Thanks mIkeYfresHNeSSNothing overly illegal?There IS no such thing!All hacking...
Tags: SECURITY, mikeyfreshness69@..., hacking, hacker
Discussion threads 2007-10-26
Ethical hacking provides a legitimate means of protecting your network
You're devoted to making your network secure. You've applied all the latest patches, updated your virus software, installed an intrusion-detection system, and double-checked the rules on the firewalls. Nevertheless, you're still dogged by nagging questions. Have you done enough? Do you know all the weaknesses in your network? Are you...
Tags: ethical hacker, hacker, network, hacking, John Kull MCSE, Network+, A+, EC-Council, attack, Ethical Hacking, training
Technical articles 2004-02-24
Lock IT Down: Understand network intrusions and attacks
Get a handle on the different types of hackers and the various vulnerability points on your network.The documentation for popular network security products often lists types of network intrusions and attacks that the products offer protection against. We hear a lot about denial of service DoS attacks and how certain...
Tags: NETWORKING, SECURITY, Deb Shinder, network, attack, internal threat
Technical articles 2001-05-08
Step-By-Step: How to hack your favorite Windows programs with Resource Hacker
If you've wanted more control over the programs you use—and what techie doesn't—Angus Johnson's Resource Hacker could be just what you're looking for. This powerful utility allows you to modify just about any 32-bit Windows program and even Windows itself. Resource Hacker takes up only 1.35 MB of disk space,...
Tags: Brien M. Posey MCSE, Microsoft Windows, Resource Hacker, software
Technical articles 2003-07-14
Me and my Mac- Safety and security
Have you ever taken a "naked" machine out on the Web? I did and it went surprisingly well.Still looking for suggestions on what you are interested in reading. And certainly hope that you have enjoyed this series!With recent HD problems reinstalls ... I'm going naked at present...and as...
Tags: Firewalls, Games, Hacking, security, game, game cheat, firewall, Apple Macintosh
Discussion threads 2008-01-30
Lock IT Down: Use PestPatrol to detect and remove hacker tools and spyware
See how PestPatrol software can scan computers for utilities that can compromise privacy and security.A wide variety of programs are available to remove viruses and worms from client machines. But other software and files installed on these machines can also pose security risks and should often be removed, including spyware...
Tags: Spyware, adware & malware, Cyberthreats, Viruses and worms, SECURITY, NETWORKING, Ray Geroski, PestPatrol, spyware
Technical articles 2002-06-26
I'm in between a rock and a hard place - can I have some help, please?
I'm in between a rock and a hard place - can I have some help, please?By way of explanation, a bit of background…..I was opted onto a group formed within the IT department and given the remit of improving departmental communications. For our sins, we came up with having...
Tags: team, security, help, presentations, gg, gadgetgirl, off-topic
Discussion threads 2006-03-14
Examining intrusion and nonintrusion network attacks
The differences between intrusion and nonintrusion attacks are like night and day. Nevertheless, both attacks can render your server useless. Debra Littlejohn Shinder sets out to highlight these differences in this Daily Drill Down.In her last Daily Drill Down, Debra Littlejohn Shinder defined the various types of hacking exploits, the...
Tags: SECURITY, NETWORKING, TCP/IP, network attack, Deb Shinder, SYN, attack, denial of service, ACK, server, attacker, network
Technical articles 2001-05-10
Cyber-bullying- the impact and the consequence
I would like to think that all of my peers know what language is appropriate when dealing with business. Alas, I also know that regardless of what I would like to believe, that isn't the case.While I can't begin to imagine what in the world Ms Drew was thinking...
Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, Ms Drew, computer
Discussion threads 2008-05-19
Hot jobs of the future: E-everything, biotechnology, and security
Columnist Bob Weinstein talks to a consultant, a futurist, and a writer about their predictions for the hot IT jobs of the future. Check out this week's Tech Watch to find out if you're on the right career path or if a change is in order.Half of the hottest jobs...
Tags: Recruitment & Selection, Supply chain management (SCM), security, Bob Weinstein, Information Age, job, Wacker, biotechnology
Technical articles 2001-08-15
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