Sebastian Raiffen

Sebastian Raiffen

IT Security Consultant
Sebastian Raiffen is an IT expert specializing in security development. He explores the latest in cybersecurity and offers practical tools and strategies for enhancing digital defense. His signature writing style incorporates meticulous research and analysis, producing technical content that ranges from dissecting malware to deciphering encryption algorithms. Sebastian is sought after for his in-depth security commentary and expert advice.
How Do Malicious Android Apps Evade Security and Steal User Data?
Infrastructure & Network Security How Do Malicious Android Apps Evade Security and Steal User Data?

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, malicious Android apps have become increasingly sophisticated in their methods to evade security measures and compromise user data. This article explores the tactics, mechanisms, and implications of these deceptive applications, shedding

Are Your Fortinet Firewalls Vulnerable to Mora_001 Ransomware Attacks?
Infrastructure & Network Security Are Your Fortinet Firewalls Vulnerable to Mora_001 Ransomware Attacks?

A newly discovered ransomware group, named Mora_001 by Forescout researchers, has been making headlines for their exploits targeting Fortinet firewalls. By taking advantage of specific vulnerabilities in these systems, they’ve been able to gain unauthorized access and deploy a new ransomware v

Which Open-Source Tools Will Lead DevOps and Cybersecurity in 2025?
Security Operations & Management Which Open-Source Tools Will Lead DevOps and Cybersecurity in 2025?

The year 2025 is poised to witness the continued dominance of open-source tools in DevOps and cybersecurity. Their inherent advantages of flexibility, scalability, community-driven innovation, and cost-effectiveness make them indispensable in modern IT environments. As organizations look to enhance

Partisan Rift Emerges Over Cyber Workforce Bill in Homeland Security Committee
Infrastructure & Network Security Partisan Rift Emerges Over Cyber Workforce Bill in Homeland Security Committee

The House Homeland Security Committee is currently embroiled in a significant partisan divide over a bill designed to bolster the cyber workforce, a matter made more pressing by the shifting support dynamics under former President Donald Trump's administration. Just last year, the legislation

DeepSeek-R1 Highlights Cybersecurity Risks and AI Innovation Needs
Security Operations & Management DeepSeek-R1 Highlights Cybersecurity Risks and AI Innovation Needs

The release of DeepSeek’s R1 AI model on January 20, 2025, has sparked significant media attention and debate within tech, policy, and cybersecurity circles. This event, perceived by some as AI’s “Sputnik” moment, has prompted calls for severe restrictions, including bans, reassessment of export con

Advancements and Partnerships in AI and Cloud Tech for MSPs
Infrastructure & Network Security Advancements and Partnerships in AI and Cloud Tech for MSPs

The exponential growth in artificial intelligence and cloud technologies has pushed managed service providers (MSPs) to continuously seek enhancements and strategic partnerships to stay competitive. Recent developments such as ServiceNow's AI enhancements, ConnectWise's advanced SaaS

Can Global Efforts Dismantle Cryptocurrency-Based Money Laundering?
Security Operations & Management Can Global Efforts Dismantle Cryptocurrency-Based Money Laundering?

In a significant crackdown by U.S. federal authorities, in association with German and Finnish law enforcement agencies, the Russian cryptocurrency exchange Garantex saw its operations dismantled. This move revealed a large-scale money laundering scheme linked to various cybercriminal activities,

Can Open-Source Encryption Prevent Government-Mandated Backdoors?
Security Operations & Management Can Open-Source Encryption Prevent Government-Mandated Backdoors?

The debate between privacy advocates and governments over encryption continues to intensify, exposing the dichotomy between the necessity for secure, private communications for individuals and the state's demand to access these communications for security and law enforcement purposes. Recent

Is Google Violating Privacy With Pre-Installed Android Tracking Tools?
Infrastructure & Network Security Is Google Violating Privacy With Pre-Installed Android Tracking Tools?

Recent research conducted by Doug Leith, a professor and chair of computer systems at Trinity College Dublin, has unveiled disturbing insights into the lengths to which Google tracks Android users even before they start using any apps. This pre-emptive surveillance starts the moment an Android

MST Blockchain Drives Revolution in Security and Transaction Speed
Infrastructure & Network Security MST Blockchain Drives Revolution in Security and Transaction Speed

Blockchain technology has become an essential force in the modern financial and technological landscape, offering vast opportunities for secure and transparent transactions. However, despite its widespread adoption, the technology has continued to grapple with significant challenges such as

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