Axis Cloud Outage 2025: Navigating the New Normal in Cybersecurity and Remote Access

by Zack HammCloud ServicesPosted on No Comments

In yet another installment of “Why You Don’t Put Security Infrastructure in the Cloud”.  I try to cover these whenever possible, but there are more informative and comprehensive articles out there by other parties such as IPVM that include more detail. This latest cloud services outage, this time by Axis Communications, bodes an ominous tone …

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New Class Schedule for 2024

by Zack HammTrainingPosted on No Comments

“Preparing for the NC SP- FA/LV Electrical Examination” This 8-hour course reviews subject areas of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70-2020) applicable to the North Carolina SP-FA/LV (Special Fire Alarm/Low-Voltage) license classification examination, as well as the administrative requirements of the NCBEEC and the use of the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA 72-2013). …

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Bleeding Edge AI Woes – Hacking ChatGPT to leak training data or steal users data.

by Zack HammAI, Corporate Compliance, Security Technology, Vulnerability AnalysisPosted on No Comments

In the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, OpenAI’s ChatGPT has emerged as a groundbreaking tool, offering remarkable capabilities in generating human-like text responses to complex questions or problems that a user provides in plan English.  However, with great power comes great responsibility, and the advent of ChatGPT has raised pressing concerns in the realm of …

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The Security Risk of Wireless Alarm Systems: Lessons from Recent Detroit Burglaries

by Zack HammSecurity Technology, Vulnerability AnalysisPosted on No Comments

  In recent years, technological advancements have brought about significant improvements in home security systems, making it easier than ever to protect our homes and loved ones. Wireless alarm systems, in particular, have gained popularity for their convenience and accessibility. However, as the saying goes, “with great power comes great responsibility.” Recent high-end burglaries in …

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Revolutionary Applications of DensePose From WiFi: Enhancing Corporate Security and Empowering Military Tactical Teams

by Zack HammAccess Control, New Equipment and Gadgets, Security TechnologyPosted on No Comments

Cutting-edge technologies continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in the realm of wireless communication and security applications.  It seems like every week there is something new in the technology front that enhances our capabilities in the security world.  Most notably since the revelation of ChatGPT, almost everything recently seems to be “AI” …

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Another Oops for Cloud Services – InfluxDB Halts Service in Belgium/Sydney with Insufficient Customer Notice

by Zack HammCloud Services, Security Technology, Vulnerability AnalysisPosted on No Comments

In the latest example of “If you don’t own the server you don’t own the data” cloud events, InfluxData recently closed operations in their Belgium and Sydney locations, with apparently woefully inadequate customer notification and follow up. In both instances, users were apparently notified only via email and via the InfluxDB documentation or status website.  …

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The Importance of Security Consultants in Designing Effective Security Systems

by Zack HammAccess Control, CPTED, Premises Liability, Security Consulting, Security Technology, Vulnerability AnalysisPosted on No Comments

In an ever-evolving world with increasing security concerns, it has become imperative for businesses and organizations to prioritize the implementation of robust security systems. However, choosing the right approach and ensuring an effective security setup is not always straightforward.  A renewed trend that was prevalent a couple of decades ago was for integrators to offer …

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Vatican’s Security Dilemma: Dahua Cameras and the Potential Risks

by Zack HammCPTED, IP Video, New Equipment and Gadgets, Premises Liability, Security Technology, Vulnerability AnalysisPosted on No Comments

The Vatican City, the spiritual and administrative headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church, is an iconic destination visited by millions of tourists and worshipers each year. With its priceless artworks, historic buildings, and religious significance, protecting the Vatican’s security is of paramount importance. During a recent tour, we noted that the Vatican has implemented a …

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UPDATED – WRAL and Other News Agencies Effectively Building a “How To” List for Utility Terrorism

by Zack HammCPTED, Security ConsultingPosted on No Comments

It’s not news that two Duke Energy power substations were attacked in Moore county last week.  There is a ton of speculation about why the attacks were carried out and by whom, but the thing we aren’t short of information about is what they did and what law enforcement is doing about it. Various articles …

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