Security Concepts - Vulnerability

Vulnerability In the world of cybersecurity, a vulnerability is a weakness or flaw in a system, application, or network that can be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access, steal data, or disrupt normal operations. In this blog post, we will discuss the concept of vulnerabilities and how to mitigate them effectively.Just like the above picture where the is a weak link that will break the strength of entire chain.What is a Vulnerability?A...

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Security Concepts - Threat

Threat In today's digital age, where technology has become an integral part of our lives, the risk of cyber threats has increased substantially. A threat is an event or occurrence that has the potential to harm your systems, data, or network. Threats can be intentional or unintentional, and they can come from both external and internal sources. In this blog post, we will discuss the concept of a threat and how to mitigate it effectively.What...

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File Transfer

File TransferFile transfer is a common task in networking, and two protocols that are commonly used for this purpose are TFTP and FTP. TFTP stands for Trivial File Transfer Protocol, while FTP stands for File Transfer Protocol. In this blog post, we will describe the capabilities and functions of TFTP and FTP in the network.What is TFTP/FTP in the network?TFTP and FTP are both protocols used for file transfer over a network. They are commonly used...

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DHCP Relay

 Configuring & Verifying DHCP client and relayIntroductionDynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a network protocol used to assign IP addresses and other network configuration parameters dynamically to devices on a network. DHCP clients are devices that request an IP address and other configuration parameters from a DHCP server. DHCP relay agents are devices that help DHCP clients on one network segment communicate with DHCP servers...

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Syslog

SyslogSyslog is a standard protocol used for transmitting event messages from networking devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, and servers to a centralized logging server called a Syslog server. Syslog messages contain important information about device activity, including error messages, system events, and security alerts. In this blog, we will discuss the features and benefits of Syslog, including facilities and levels, how to configure...

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Snmp Basics

 Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)  Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is a protocol used to manage and monitor network devices. It provides a way to collect and organize information about network devices such as routers, switches, servers, and printers, and allows network administrators to monitor their performance and troubleshoot problems. In this blog post, we'll explain the function of SNMP in network operations, how...

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DNS-stands-for

DNS within the networkDNS (Domain Name System) is a vital component of the internet that helps translate human-readable domain names into IP addresses. In essence, DNS is responsible for directing your computer to the right server to load the website you want to access. While we often hear about DNS in the context of the internet at large, DNS is also used within local networks to manage local resources. In this blog, we will discuss DNS within the...

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DHCP meaning

DHCPDynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a network protocol used to dynamically assign IP addresses and other network configuration parameters to devices on a network. It provides an automated way of configuring hosts with network settings required to communicate on a network. In this blog post, we will explore the role of DHCP within the network, how it works, and the process involved in a DHCP registration.What is DHCP?DHCP is a client-server...

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