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Configuring Wake-On-LAN for Dell Systems

Mick's IT Blog

The script uses the DellSMBios PowerShell module to configure the BIOS settings. You can download it from my GitHub site. CurrentValue -eq $NewValue) { Write-Host $NewValue -ForegroundColor Yellow } else { Write-Host (Get-Item -Path ("DellSmBios:" + $BIOSItem)).CurrentValue PhysicalMediaType -eq '802.3') -and ($_.Status

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What is Virtual Network Computing (VNC)?

Dataconomy

Virtual Network Computing (VNC) is a technology that has revolutionized the way we access and control remote computers. In this article, we will delve deeper into the world of Virtual Network Computing, exploring its history, technology, and various applications. What is Virtual Network Computing (VNC)?

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Product Review: Paessler PRTG Network Monitor

Galido

Information Technology Blog - - Product Review: Paessler PRTG Network Monitor - Information Technology Blog. PRTG Network Monitor from Paessler AG is a powerful network monitoring solution. This network software is not only powerful but also easy to use. Problems in the network cause emergencies in business.

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How to prevent potential HTTPS URL hijacking

Network World

When a computer connects to a public Wi-Fi network or an untrusted LAN, a malicious actor could potentially compromise a browser’s HTTPS connection and eavesdrop on URLs such as Dropbox, Google Drive URLs or Password reset URLs. Windows, Mac and Linux computers are all at risk. Un-check Automatically detect settings.

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'Stupid simple' attack can steal credentials from locked Windows and Mac computers

Network World

Hats off to security researcher Rob Fuller, aka mubix , for spending part of his Labor Day weekend figuring out how to use a spoofed USB Ethernet adapter to steal credentials from logged in but locked Windows and Mac computers. It works!!! Muhahahahah I can steal credentials from a locked computer.

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A 'kill switch' is slowing the spread of WannaCry ransomware

Network World

It works by exploiting a Windows vulnerability that the U.S. Security experts have detected tens of thousands of attacks, apparently spreading over LANs and the internet like a computer worm. The ransomware, called Wana Decryptor or WannaCry, has been found infecting machines across the globe.

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A USB device is all it takes to steal credentials from locked PCs

Network World

Rob Fuller, principal security engineer at R5 Industries, found out that all it takes to copy an OS account password hash from a locked Windows computer is to plug in a special USB device for a few seconds. The hash can later be cracked or used directly in some network attacks.

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