I have a WRT54 running the original linksys software.
I know you guys will say to push DDWRT onto it.
In any case, how can i tell if my router's been compromised?
It has been flakey lately but I figured that was just signal interference.
Also running original firmware, with a newer Linksys. Short of doing the most reasonable thing and swapping out my firmware for third party, I'm thinking of upgrading to the latest manufacturers firmware and then treating the router's IP as an untrusted site in my browser, adding an exception only when I need to make a change. Perhaps this would thwart? Also not using the default IP, didn't see it mentioned if that would matter...
You can steer these types into convincing them that it may be beneficial to do the up and coming thing of have your "own" cloud or private cloud aka to us a classic onsite data-center, if appropriate to your I.T. situation.
I was a big fan of Winamp and I converted to foobar2000 for my music a few years ago. It's true that it can be cumbersome out of box, but I save my settings and it works for me and it's the only player I use now. It is much different from Winamp, but I like it much better. That being said it isn't for everyone, but if you like to tweak the heck out of things it's your friend. Interesting yet, the guy who wrote foobar used to do some work for the creators of Winamp:
foobar2000 is a freeware audio player for Windows developed by Peter Pawlowski, a former freelance contractor for Nullsoft. It is known for its highly modular design, breadth of features, and extensive user flexibility in configuration. For example, the user-interface is completely customizable.[5] Its extensive SDK allows third-party developers enough power to completely replace the interface. foobar2000 supports a large number of audio file formats, has many features for organising metadata, files, and folders, and has a converter interface for use with command line encoders. To maximize audio fidelity in cases where resampling or downscaling in bit depth is required, it provides noise shaping and dithering. There are a number of official and third-party components which add many additional features. The core is closed source, whereas the SDK is licensed under the BSD license.
Mod parent up. The Model M is an exceptional keyboard - arguably it could be used to deflect bullets, or possibly serve equally as well as a riot shield: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Model_M_keyboard
Discovered: September 29, 2009 Updated: September 30, 2009 8:32:32 AM Also Known As: W32/Autorun.worm!a758e0e7 [McAfee], W32/Rimecud [McAfee], W32/Autorun-AUP [Sophos], ButterflyBot.A [Panda Software] Type: Worm Infection Length: 109,056 bytes Systems Affected: Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows XP, Windows Me, Windows Vista, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows 2000
W32.Pilleuz is a worm that spreads through file-sharing programs, Microsoft instant messaging clients and removable drives. It also opens a back door on the compromised computer.
Currently, W32.Pilleuz has been most commonly referred to as the Mariposa or Butterfly botnet.
It seems that you assumed that I wouldn't suggest first to use wpa2, etc. Seeing as the article is about cracking advanced encryption, I would hope that this is already in place. Poor advice? I think not. It adds additional roadblocks. I also said that it 'helps'. Not that it's a foolproof plan. It just makes it more of a pain to break in.
For example, using a MAC address filter would mean that they would have to spoof a MAC address that you have whitelisted. This requires additional effort and information gathering.
Using a SSID that is not broadcasted, and also not easily guessable (not a dictionary word, and a certain length, etc), makes it harder for SSID crackers to pick it up as well.
You may be happy with just using strong encryption, but I very much prefer enabling these additional security features to harden it even further, even if it is just a little bit further.
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I disagree. Punch someone with those knuckle devices they will get the message clearly.
https://pidgin.im/ still updated and supported
And it can be hacked and spoofed. This scene from a Bond film comes to mind: https://www.youtube.com/watch?...
That it was: The Security Risk of Keyboard Clicks (2004)
Design Patterns by the gang of four.
Beat me to it! I second this...
I have a WRT54 running the original linksys software. I know you guys will say to push DDWRT onto it. In any case, how can i tell if my router's been compromised? It has been flakey lately but I figured that was just signal interference.
Also running original firmware, with a newer Linksys. Short of doing the most reasonable thing and swapping out my firmware for third party, I'm thinking of upgrading to the latest manufacturers firmware and then treating the router's IP as an untrusted site in my browser, adding an exception only when I need to make a change. Perhaps this would thwart? Also not using the default IP, didn't see it mentioned if that would matter...
You can steer these types into convincing them that it may be beneficial to do the up and coming thing of have your "own" cloud or private cloud aka to us a classic onsite data-center, if appropriate to your I.T. situation.
foobar2000 is a freeware audio player for Windows developed by Peter Pawlowski, a former freelance contractor for Nullsoft. It is known for its highly modular design, breadth of features, and extensive user flexibility in configuration. For example, the user-interface is completely customizable.[5] Its extensive SDK allows third-party developers enough power to completely replace the interface. foobar2000 supports a large number of audio file formats, has many features for organising metadata, files, and folders, and has a converter interface for use with command line encoders. To maximize audio fidelity in cases where resampling or downscaling in bit depth is required, it provides noise shaping and dithering. There are a number of official and third-party components which add many additional features. The core is closed source, whereas the SDK is licensed under the BSD license.
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Foobar2000 foobar2000 site: http://www.foobar2000.org/ download: http://www.foobar2000.org/download
I don't know....I have a Model M.
Mod parent up. The Model M is an exceptional keyboard - arguably it could be used to deflect bullets, or possibly serve equally as well as a riot shield: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Model_M_keyboard
The model M keyboard has a Ps/2 connector. Sounds like your referring to the earlier PC/AT keyboard which had the 5-pin DIN connector.
Some of the early Model M keyboards did come with an AT connector according to this feature list: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Model_M_keyboard#Features_by_part_number
But... how can you possibly get along without the "Windows key"????
I get along fine without a 'Windows Key', but if the 'Windows Key' is a must, there are these available from Unicomp: http://pckeyboards.stores.yahoo.net/customizer.html
And I will only let go of it when they pry it from my cold dead hands!
epic fail.
Also, if you have a managed switch you may be able to throttle connections by port.
Or use a hub, even slower...
Source: http://www.symantec.com/business/security_response/writeup.jsp?docid=2009-093006-0442-99
This device is pathetic compared to the Model M. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Model_M)
I've forgotten this existed!
Don't forget to use brilliant colors that are harsh on the eyes!
It seems that you assumed that I wouldn't suggest first to use wpa2, etc. Seeing as the article is about cracking advanced encryption, I would hope that this is already in place. Poor advice? I think not. It adds additional roadblocks. I also said that it 'helps'. Not that it's a foolproof plan. It just makes it more of a pain to break in. For example, using a MAC address filter would mean that they would have to spoof a MAC address that you have whitelisted. This requires additional effort and information gathering. Using a SSID that is not broadcasted, and also not easily guessable (not a dictionary word, and a certain length, etc), makes it harder for SSID crackers to pick it up as well. You may be happy with just using strong encryption, but I very much prefer enabling these additional security features to harden it even further, even if it is just a little bit further.
This still can be worked around by spoofing MAC addresses, but every thing you do to secure your wireless network helps (hidden SSID, etc).
Ah, good point.
It's a step in the right direction...
This one looks promising too! (Just did a Google search for it, http://xmonad.org/ Guess I'll have to try them both...
Ah! This might be it, I just Google'd it and it looks very promising: http://awesome.naquadah.org/