Russell Fairweather

Russell Fairweather

Cybersecurity Consultant
Russell Fairweather is a versatile tech enthusiast whose expertise spans IT security, development, and networking. With a deep understanding of software development principles and networking protocols, Russell crafts content that offers invaluable insights and actionable advice. Trusted by professionals seeking to elevate their coding skills and reinforce network infrastructure, Russell is a resource for tech leaders navigating the ever-evolving shifts in technology.
Is North Korea Using AI to Target Blockchain Developers?
Endpoint & Device Security Is North Korea Using AI to Target Blockchain Developers?

A sophisticated and ongoing phishing campaign has revealed a startling evolution in the cyber threat landscape, where the North Korean advanced persistent threat (APT) group known as Konni is now strategically targeting blockchain developers with malware that appears to be generated with artificial

Digital Age Verification – Review
Infrastructure & Network Security Digital Age Verification – Review

The once-boundless digital frontier is now being methodically mapped with new kinds of borders, not defined by geography but by complex legislative mandates designed to shield minors from the internet's adult-oriented corners. Digital Age Verification technology represents a significant advancement

When Is a Windows Flaw Not a Vulnerability?
Data Protection & Privacy When Is a Windows Flaw Not a Vulnerability?

Today we’re speaking with Rupert Marais, our in-house security specialist, about a series of newly disclosed techniques that turn the humble Windows shortcut, or LNK file, into a surprisingly potent tool for cyberattacks. We'll be exploring the technical nuances of how these shortcuts can be

Space-Based Internet Routing – Review
Infrastructure & Network Security Space-Based Internet Routing – Review

The notion of internet data traveling faster through the vacuum of space than through terrestrial fiber optic cables has rapidly transitioned from science fiction to a tangible reality reshaping global connectivity. Space-based internet routing represents a significant advancement in global

Why Is Shame Silencing Romance Scam Victims?
Security Operations & Management Why Is Shame Silencing Romance Scam Victims?

The devastating intersection of emotional betrayal and financial exploitation has created a hidden crisis where victims of romance scams are systematically silenced by a profound sense of personal humiliation. This pervasive shame is not merely an emotional byproduct of the crime; it has become the

Your Cyber Defenses Are Driving CO2 Emissions
Endpoint & Device Security Your Cyber Defenses Are Driving CO2 Emissions

Within the sprawling digital fortresses built to safeguard corporate data, an unseen and unmeasured byproduct is steadily accumulating, contributing to an entirely different kind of global threat. The sophisticated systems designed to fend off cyberattacks are themselves powered by an

Microsoft Patches High-Severity Notepad Flaw
Infrastructure & Network Security Microsoft Patches High-Severity Notepad Flaw

The most unassuming application on virtually every Windows computer has just become the center of a significant security alert, forcing users and IT professionals to reconsider the safety of tools they have long taken for granted. Microsoft has issued a critical patch for a high-severity

Microsoft Zero-Day Exploits – Review
Endpoint & Device Security Microsoft Zero-Day Exploits – Review

The silent race between cyber defenders and malicious actors often hinges on a single, critical moment—the discovery of a software flaw unknown to those who created it, creating a window of opportunity for widespread compromise. Microsoft zero-day vulnerabilities represent a significant and

Are Living-Off-The-Plant Attacks the Future of OT Threats?
Security Operations & Management Are Living-Off-The-Plant Attacks the Future of OT Threats?

We're joined today by Rupert Marais, our in-house security specialist with deep expertise in the complex world of operational technology. For years, the nightmare scenario of widespread, sophisticated cyberattacks against critical infrastructure has felt more like a distant threat than an immediate

Phorpiex Deploys Stealth Ransomware via Phishing Lures
Infrastructure & Network Security Phorpiex Deploys Stealth Ransomware via Phishing Lures

The Cybercrime Ecosystem: Malware as a Service on the Rise The industrialization of cybercrime has created a threat landscape defined by high-volume, automated attacks, where specialized services can be bought and sold with alarming ease. This marketplace allows threat actors to orchestrate complex

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