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When designing secure protocols, remember this: if you perform a cryptographic operation before verifying the MAC on a message, trouble will follow. The Vaudenay Attack is a prime example of this. The optimal way is to follow the “encrypt-then-authenticate” method. The SSH plaintext recovery attack is another clever demonstration of the doom principle, highlighting the […]
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The author defines wardriving as the search for WiFi networks, Bluetooth devices, and GSM towers from a variety of vehicles or even walking. They have been analyzing wireless networks since the early 2000s and recently obtained the Offensive Security Wireless Professional certification in 2022. The author showcases various devices used for wardriving and RF audits […]
Over 500 psychologists, psychiatrists, and therapists share their experiences with ProPublica about joining health insurance networks to help those unable to afford treatment. However, insurers have been caught shortchanging customers with mental illness, restricting coverage and denying treatment because these patients are considered bad for business. Insurers often decide who can receive treatment, what kind, […]
Rnote is an open-source vector-based drawing app perfect for sketching, handwritten notes, and annotating documents or pictures. This app, designed for students, teachers, and drawing tablet owners, offers features like Pdf and picture import/export, an infinite canvas, and an adaptive UI for various screen sizes. Written in Rust and GTK4, Rnote boasts an Adaptive UI […]
Preliminary results from a study at two Helsinki daycare centres show that using air purifiers led to a significant reduction in illnesses and absences among children and staff. Different sizes and types of air purifiers were tested, with promising results showing a 30 percent decrease in sickness. The study also aims to determine if air […]
The author has developed an emulator for early Macintosh computers powered by the Motorola 68000 CPU and focused on the disk drive controller, IWM, originally designed for 5.25″ drives. The post documents how the CPU interfaces with the controller through memory-mapped I/O lines, enabling commands like track movement and spindle motor control. A surprising detail […]
Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, was arrested in Paris for alleged serious crimes such as terrorism and drug trafficking. French authorities claim Telegram’s encrypted messaging services facilitated illegal activities. Durov, facing up to 20 years in prison, will be tried in France, impacting the regulation of digital platforms and cryptocurrencies. The arrest caused Toncoin to […]
The Financial Times article highlights how Lidl, the European discount retailer, is diving into cloud computing with Schwarz Digits, competing against big players like AWS, Google, and Microsoft. This unexpected move reflects a broader trend towards sovereign cloud computing in Europe, driven by strict privacy regulations like GDPR. Europe’s push for its own “EuroCloud” has […]
The article discusses the issue of constant force in watchmaking and the various innovations created to address it. It explores the concept of the tourbillon and remontoire, highlighting their historical significance and modern applications. The remontoire, in particular, is praised for its ability to maintain a more constant torque, improving accuracy in timepieces. The use […]