Rachel Jasurda

I was asked this question on Linkedin and decided to share my approach. “What would be your advice for people studying for Sec+?” Preparing For Your Exam Understand the exam objectives: Start by familiarizing yourself with the exam objectives. A company like CompTIA provides a detailed list of what will be covered, and knowing these will […]

Login to your Nesus account. If you don’t have an account, Click here for a Step-by-Step Guide on Installing Nessus Essentials. It’s free! What is a Nessus Credentialed Scan? Nessus credential scan is a trusted scan. It enables us to scan internally by providing authorized user credentials (username and password) to perform the scan. Nessus credentialed scan provides a reliable

Note: This is the continuation of our previous lab. Where we set up a basic ethical hacking/Penetration lab using Metasploitable3 and Kali Linux. You can find the lab here: Setting Up an Ethical Hacking Lab. Also, I created an Nmap cheat sheet as a guide to help us in this lab. Click here: An Ultimate Nmap Cheat Sheet. Have

What is Metasploitable3? Metasploitable3 by Rapid7 is a virtual machine that is intentionally built to contain many security weaknesses and misconfigurations and serves as a valuable tool for cybersecurity education and training. Allowing us to use it as a target for practicing hacking and penetration testing in a controlled and safe environment. Now that you

Password Hygiene In an age where our lives are increasingly digital, maintaining strong password hygiene is essential. Weak passwords can allow unauthorized access to your personal and professional accounts, making it crucial to understand the best practices when creating and managing secure passwords effectively. This blog post will take a look at the fundamentals of

What Are Vulnerability Assessment Tools? Vulnerability assessment tools are software applications designed to scan systems, networks, and applications for known vulnerabilities. They help organizations identify weaknesses before attackers can exploit them. Why Use Vulnerability Assessment Tools? Top 7 Free Vulnerability Assessment Tools There are several free vulnerability assessment tools available that can help you identify,

What is Nessus? Nessus is a widely used vulnerability scanner that helps identify security weaknesses in systems, networks, and applications. It performs automated scans to detect vulnerabilities such as missing patches, misconfigurations, and potential security issues. Understanding False Positives, False Negatives, True Positives, and True Negatives Understanding these concepts is crucial for evaluating and improving

What is TLS 1.3? TLS 1.3 (Transport Layer Security version 1.3) is the latest version of the TLS protocol, designed to secure data transmitted over networks. It provides significant improvements over its predecessor, TLS 1.2, enhancing both security and performance. Benefits of TLS 1.3 Stronger Security: Reduces vulnerabilities and provides robust encryption, protecting data from

What is a Data Breach? A data breach happens when unauthorized individuals gain access to sensitive, confidential, or protected data. This can involve Personal Identifiable Information (PII), such as names, social security numbers, financial details, or login credentials. Data breaches can occur in organizations of all sizes and sectors, including businesses, government agencies, healthcare providers,

Rapid7 InsightVM is a vulnerability management solution designed to help organizations identify, assess, and manage security vulnerabilities across their IT environments. It provides a range of features for vulnerability scanning, risk assessment, and remediation. Click here to start a 30-day free trial of Rapid7 InsighVM. Enter your information and click the Submit button. Check your