Melissa Horton, Author at BlockAway

PowerSchool Breach Began Months Earlier Than Reported, CrowdStrike Investigation Reveals

A new forensic investigation has revealed that PowerSchool, a major provider of education software, was compromised months before it publicly acknowledged a data breach in December 2024. The report,

How to Look Up IP Addresses: Easy Methods for Quick IP Lookup

An IP (Internet Protocol) address is a unique identifier assigned to every device connected to the internet. Whether you need to troubleshoot network issues, track a website’s location, or

ExpressVPN Introduces Full GUI App for Linux, Ending Command-Line-Only Era

ExpressVPN has officially launched a full graphical user interface (GUI) for its Linux app, marking a significant shift in accessibility for Linux users. Until now, ExpressVPN for Linux was

How Many IP Addresses in a /23? Subnet Breakdown & Calculation

When dealing with IP addressing and subnetting, understanding the number of available addresses in different subnet masks is crucial. A /23 subnet falls under Classless Inter-Domain Routing (CIDR), which

ClickFix Phishing Campaign Exploits Microsoft SharePoint to Deliver Havoc Malware

A new and increasingly sophisticated phishing campaign known as ClickFix is targeting unsuspecting users by exploiting Microsoft SharePoint to deploy the open-source Havoc post-exploitation framework, according to a report

How Accurate Are IP Addresses? Understanding Their Precision & Limits

IP addresses play a crucial role in identifying devices on the internet, but their accuracy in pinpointing a user’s exact location can vary. While IP tracking can often determine

When Describing Blocks of IP Addresses What Does CIDR Do? Explained for Beginners

In the world of networking, understanding IP address allocation is crucial for efficiency and security. CIDR (Classless Inter-Domain Routing) plays a vital role in how IP address blocks are

China’s Salt Typhoon Continues Targeting Global Telecom Networks

A Chinese state-backed hacking group known as Salt Typhoon remains a persistent threat to telecommunications providers worldwide, despite recent U.S. sanctions and cybersecurity warnings. According to a newly released

How to See All IP Addresses on Network: Easy Methods & Tools Explained

In today’s digital age, networks are crucial for business and personal communication. Understanding how to see all IP addresses on a network is essential for IT administrators, security professionals,

Hackers Exploit Microsoft ADFS Logins for Six Years in Massive Cyber Attack

In a shocking revelation, cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a sophisticated six-year-long cyber campaign that has targeted Microsoft Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) logins. The attack has affected at least