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Table of Contents Introduction Prerequisites Understanding SHA-1 and its Limitations Introduction to SHA-256 Implementing SHA-256 in Practice Migrating from SHA-1 to SHA-256 Conclusion Introduction Cryptographic hash functions play a vital role in ensuring data integrity and security in various applications. In this guide, we’ll explore the evolution of cryptographic hash functions, discuss the limitations of SHA-1, and provide a comprehensive guide to implementing and using SHA-256. Prerequisites To follow this guide, you should have a basic understanding of cryptography and hash functions. Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java is also recommended. ...

As a SOC analyst, one of the most critical tasks is analyzing network flow data to identify potential security threats. In this post, we’ll explore how to combine cloud-based data storage, SQL querying, and AI-powered analysis to streamline this process. Collecting Flow Data in Amazon Athena Amazon Athena provides a serverless query service that makes it easy to analyze data directly in Amazon S3 using standard SQL. Here’s how we set up our flow data collection: ...

I was able to complete my testing earlier than expected and was able to do the cutover early! This means that my migration from WordPress to Hugo is complete! What’s really cool here is the overall performance improvement to the website. Performance Improvements I have a few site monitors running against the website to tell me when it goes offline or is having issues: UptimeRobot DigitalOcean Monitoring After cutting over to Hugo this morning, I noticed a rather large improvement to my response times for the website. The below graph shows my UptimeRobot monitor: ...

I’m excited to announce that I’m in the process of migrating my blog to Hugo, a fast and flexible static site generator. This move is part of my ongoing efforts to improve performance and maintainability. Let me outline the key changes and what you can expect during this transition. Current Status I’ve set up a development site where you can preview the new format: https://dev-blog.shellnetsecurity.com/ Please note that this site is a work in progress and may contain unfinished elements or placeholder content. ...

Hey there, tech enthusiasts! It’s been a little while since I’ve posted. I figured it’s time we talked about something that’s been buzzing in the AI world lately – the democratization of AI. Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Another buzzword?” But stick with me here, because this is actually pretty cool stuff that’s changing the game for us regular folks in tech. What the Heck is AI Democratization Anyway? AI democratization is all about making AI tools and technologies accessible to everyone, not just the big tech companies with deep pockets. Think of it like this: AI used to be this exclusive club that only the elite could join. But now, thanks to some awesome advancements, the doors are wide open, and everyone’s invited. Whether you’re a small business owner, a solo developer, or just a tech hobbyist, there’s something for you in the AI world. ...