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Untidy: Python-based XML fuzzer

Untidy is a Python-based XML fuzzer. It takes XML data as input and generates a set of modified, potentially invalid XML data based on the source input.
In a nutshell, fuzzing testing, is a software testing technique that sends random inputs to an application. If the target application contains a vulnerability that can lead to a [...]

Jailbreaking iPhone software v1.1.1

Want to jailbreak your 1.1.1 iPhone so you can install third party applications and use it on any GSM network? Now you can. Two weeks after Apple released the update that disabled iPhones that had been unlocked or had third-party software installed, the iPhone Dev Team has officially announced the iPhone 1.1.1 Jailbreak.

Combat spam with Gmail aliases

For most Internet users, spam is a daily hassle that can’t be remedied easily. Chances are that if you use Gmail, you’re less concerned about spam due to the excellent Gmail spam filter.
However, if you’re looking for a way to prevent untrusted web services from having your Gmail address and flooding you with spam, you [...]

5 Essential laptop security tips

Laptop theft is a huge problem. It is common nowadays to use a laptop to get work done away from your home or office. Unfortunately, the mobility and technology that make laptops so valuable also make them the target for theft around the world.
If your laptop is stolen, company information can be exposed, as well [...]

Privacy and security are two very real concerns. The default settings in Firefox are pretty good at protecting your privacy and security, but you can make some adjustments to protect yourself even more. In this hack, we’ll show you how to prevent malicious JavaScript code to alter your browser and steal your information.
Why would [...]

Google Talk over SSH

When using a public network, such as an open wireless hot-spot, the potential security risk is that your conversations can be sniffed by other malicious users. Encrypting your communication is most likely the best solution; however most Internet users will find it too tedious to setup.
In this hack, we will show you how to tunnel [...]

5 Essential Greasemonkey security scripts

Greasemonkey is a Firefox extension that basically allows you to write JavaScript scripts that make on-the-fly changes to web pages you visit. As the scripts are persistent, the changes made to the web pages are executed every time the page is opened.
So what do these scripts do? Almost anything. Greasemonkey can be used for adding [...]

If you work on remotely connected machines, most likely you’re going to use SSH to secure your connections. But, what if you just want to work with files on a remote server, but find SSH file transfer tedious in repetition and establishing a VPN tunnel is too complicated?
What you’re looking for is a simple tool [...]

How to enable EFS context menus

If you share a desktop computer, or use your laptop in airports, hotels and other public places, an unauthorized user might try to read valuable data stored on your computer. Also your portable computer can be stolen. These are just two scenarios where malevolent parties can gain access to sensitive information.
One solution to help reduce [...]

DropMyRights: Running programs safely as an admin

Most Windows users work with administrative privileges all the time. Everything they do, from browsing the Internet, and writing documents is performed with full and unnecessary administrative control. From a security perspective, running with administrative privileges is dangerous to your computer and data, but sometimes it’s part of the job.
Web browsing and reading emails are [...]




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