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Threat Detection

Living-Off-Trusted-Processes: Legitimate Tools as Malware Vectors

Attackers weaponize legitimate Windows tools (PowerShell, WMIC, Certutil) to evade detection. Defense requires process relationship monitoring, command-line analysis, and baseline …
Jan 31, 2026 10 min Threat Detection
#LOLBIN #LOTL #Living Off The Land
Authentication Security

Passkey Phishing: Attacking WebAuthn Implementation Flaws

Passkeys (WebAuthn/FIDO2) resist traditional phishing but remain vulnerable to implementation flaws, social engineering, and device compromise. Defense requires understanding …
Jan 31, 2026 11 min Authentication Security
#Passkeys #WebAuthn #FIDO2
Threat Analysis

PDF Zero-Click Exploits: Document Weaponization 2026

Zero-click PDF exploits bypass user interaction by exploiting parser vulnerabilities in Adobe Reader, browser PDF viewers, and email clients. Detection requires sandboxed rendering …
Jan 31, 2026 10 min Threat Analysis
#PDF Security #Zero-Click Exploit #Document Security
Account Security

SIM Swapping Defense: Mobile Account Takeover Prevention

SIM swapping attacks hijack phone numbers through social engineering carrier support, bypassing SMS 2FA. Defense requires porting locks, authenticator apps, and carrier security …
Jan 31, 2026 11 min Account Security
#SIM Swapping #Mobile Security #2FA
Threat Analysis

Fake Browser Updates: Visual Deception Detection Methods

Fake browser update prompts distribute malware through visual trickery, mimicking legitimate Chrome/Firefox update UI. Detection requires checking update mechanisms and recognizing …
Jan 30, 2026 11 min Threat Analysis
#Malware #Social Engineering #Browser Security
Physical Security

NFC Relay Attacks: Wireless Tap Physical Access Bypass

NFC relay attacks intercept and forward contactless card signals wirelessly, bypassing physical access controls. Detection requires signal timing analysis and anti-relay card …
Jan 30, 2026 11 min Physical Security
#Physical Security #NFC #Access Control
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