Sigmund Brandstaetter CISSP, CCSP, CISM, OSCP, CEH

Cybersecurity-as-a-Service (CaaS) Adoption in Southeast Asian Enterprises: Trends, Best Practices…

The rapid digital transformation of Southeast Asia has made cybersecurity a top priority for enterprises in the region. With the rise of…

Leveraging Open Source Intelligence for Critical Infrastructure Protection in the Philippines

Like any other country, the Philippines faces growing cybersecurity challenges in an increasingly interconnected world, particularly in…

Open Source Intelligence in 2024: A Year of Transformation and Growth

The Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) landscape underwent significant changes in 2024, marked by technological advancements, market growth…

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Web Check: An Essential Tool for OSINT URL and Domain Analysis

Open-source intelligence (OSINT) tools have become increasingly vital in today’s security landscape, playing an important role in…

A Review of Perplexity AI: Revolutionizing your Everyday Search

Perplexity AI has emerged as a formidable contender in the search space; yes, you heard that right, search space, challenging established…

OSINT Learning Path

Creating a comprehensive Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) learning plan using free resources involves structuring the learning process from…

The Power of the Mandiant FLARE VM for Effective Malware Analysis

In cybersecurity, effectively analyzing and mitigating threats is crucial. FLARE VM, a Windows-based security distribution, has shown to be…

Protecting Against Cyber Threats: The use of Domain Generation Algorithm (DGA) by threat actors

In the ever-evolving area of cybersecurity, we are faced with increasingly sophisticated ways in which cybercriminals launch their attacks. One such method that stands out is the use of Domain Generation Algorithms (DGAs), which serve as a formidable tool in the arsenal of malware. DGAs enable these malicious programs to

Understanding Wazuh: The Free, Open Source Security Platform for XDR & SIEM

As we navigate the complex landscape of cybersecurity, it’s evident that robust and adaptive defenses are pivotal. I’ve discovered that…

Navigate OSINT Investigations Like a Pro with CSI Linux

In my exploration of the digital frontier, I’ve come across a tool that stands out for its robust capabilities in cyber forensics — CSI…

Beyond Phishing: A Maze of Deception — Exploring New Frontiers in Social Engineering

Phishing may be the tried-and-true weapon in the social engineering arsenal, but cybercriminals constantly innovate, weaving intricate…

The Looming Shadow: Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) and its Implications for Cybersecurity

Ransomware, once the domain of elite hacker collectives, has become worryingly accessible thanks to the rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service…

The Dark Side of Open Source Intelligence: How Attackers Weaponize OSINT for Reconnaissance and…

The open-source intelligence (OSINT) landscape is a bustling marketplace for information — a treasure trove for security researchers…

Beyond the Tunnel: Why VPNs are Fading Fast — Modernizing Secure Remote Access with SASE, SDP, and…

For decades, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) have been the trusty steeds of secure remote access, cloaking our digital journeys in…

The Evolving Landscape of Ransomware: A Summary (January 2024)

The year is 2024, and the specter of ransomware continues to loom large over cyber-defense strategies. New variants emerge relentlessly…

AI Cupid or Conman: How ChatGPT is Revolutionizing Romance Scams

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December 2023 Data Breaches and CyberAttacks in the Philippines

As the year ends, there have been a few breaches and cyberattacks that I would consider worth summarizing here, targeting both public and…

Hunchly: A Comprehensive Review on the Premier Tool for Online Investigations

Introduction

Tox Messenger and How Cybercriminals Exploit It

Introduction

Information Stealer Malware commonly seen in the Philippines

Recently, I have been doing some Dark Web Intelligence Gathering on behalf of a large Philippine Bank. As part of it, I looked at the usual…

KASM: Using a Container Platform to increase your opsec and privacy during OSINT investigations

Why KASM?

Tails OS: The Ultimate Privacy-Focused Operating System

Introduction

The Ultimate Guide to Sockpuppets in OSINT: How to Create and Utilize Them Effectively

Introduction

Use Cloudflare Tunnel to securely expose your home/lab network to the internet.

Cloudflare Tunnel is a service provided by Cloudflare that allows users to securely connect to their internal resources, such as servers…