Old_man_Game

🎮 RPG | 🐉 Fantasy | 🛡️ Cybersecurity Engineer
Gaming for grown-ups !
Mostly solo

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Day 17 of 30 – Recommending Security Tools for the Public
Today's tool: Quad9

Most people never think about their DNS server, but it decides where your device goes every time you open a website.

Quad9 is a free DNS service that helps block access to known malicious domains, phishing sites, and malware infrastructure before your browser even connects.

It's not a replacement for antivirus or safe browsing habits, but it's an easy extra layer of protection that works across PCs, phones, and home networks.

✅ Free
✅ Privacy-focused
✅ Blocks many known malicious domains
✅ Easy to set up

Sometimes the simplest security improvements are the ones that protect you every day without you noticing.
#CyberSecurity #Privacy #DNS #Quad9 #OnlineSafety #TechTips #SecurityAwareness

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Day 16 of 30 — Recommending Security Tools for the Public
Today’s tool: Privacy Badger

Most websites don’t just load content.
They load trackers watching where you click, browse, and shop.

Privacy Badger learns which trackers follow you across the internet — and blocks them automatically.

Less tracking.
More privacy.
Better browsing.

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

@farzam_plays Yeah, that's all darn impressive, really. But I'm not doing any of that.

How's the story?

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How to use Quad9
Simply change your DNS settings to:
Primary DNS: 9.9.9.9
Secondary DNS: 149.112.112.112
You can configure it on:
Your home router (protects all devices)
Windows
Android
iPhone
macOS
Once configured, it automatically helps block connections to many known malicious websites

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

Day 17 of 30 – Recommending Security Tools for the Public
Today's tool: Quad9

Most people never think about their DNS server, but it decides where your device goes every time you open a website.

Quad9 is a free DNS service that helps block access to known malicious domains, phishing sites, and malware infrastructure before your browser even connects.

It's not a replacement for antivirus or safe browsing habits, but it's an easy extra layer of protection that works across PCs, phones, and home networks.

✅ Free
✅ Privacy-focused
✅ Blocks many known malicious domains
✅ Easy to set up

Sometimes the simplest security improvements are the ones that protect you every day without you noticing.
#CyberSecurity #Privacy #DNS #Quad9 #OnlineSafety #TechTips #SecurityAwareness

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

Day 16 of 30 — Recommending Security Tools for the Public
Today’s tool: Privacy Badger

Most websites don’t just load content.
They load trackers watching where you click, browse, and shop.

Privacy Badger learns which trackers follow you across the internet — and blocks them automatically.

Less tracking.
More privacy.
Better browsing.

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

Read all about it here: https://t.co/Ed0fY66Jm9

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Ever wondered how someone could pull off a $1.2M 'lucky' streak on a prediction market? It turns out, it wasn't just luck—it was a front-row seat to the data.

A Google employee has been charged with fraud after allegedly using confidential internal search trends to place bets on Polymarket. Think of it like playing a rigged game of cards where one player already knows exactly what's in the deck.

This isn't just a corporate policy violation; it's a massive wake-up call for the integrity of prediction markets. When the players have access to the 'answer key' before the rest of us, the game isn't just tilted—it's broken.

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The story here is about the intersection of internal data and public betting platforms. Michele Spagnuolo, a Google employee, allegedly used non-public marketing data regarding search traffic spikes to place highly accurate bets on Polymarket—specifically regarding the 'Year in Search' results for 2025.

Because Polymarket bets often rely on public perception of events, having access to what people are actually searching for before the final data is published gave him an unfair, illegal advantage. He managed to turn that info into $1.2 million before trying to obscure his tracks. While Polymarket claims their blockchain transparency helped flag the activity, the case highlights the massive risk in decentralized betting: if the information isn't truly democratized, it's just a playground for those with inside access.

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

How to install Privacy Badger:
Open your browser’s extension/add-ons store

1. Search for “Privacy Badger”
2. Click Install/Add to Browser
3. Done, it starts blocking trackers automatically

No account. No complicated setup. Just safer browsing.

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

Day 16 of 30 — Recommending Security Tools for the Public
Today’s tool: Privacy Badger

Most websites don’t just load content.
They load trackers watching where you click, browse, and shop.

Privacy Badger learns which trackers follow you across the internet — and blocks them automatically.

Less tracking.
More privacy.
Better browsing.

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

Day 15 of 30 -Recommending Security Tools for the Public
Today’s tool: Malwarebytes

Think your computer is acting weird?
Random popups, browser redirects, slow performance, strange extensions, or that “something feels off” moment?

Malwarebytes is a great second-opinion scanner for regular users. It helps detect and remove malware, spyware, adware, ransomware, Trojans, and other unwanted junk from your device. The free version can scan and clean infections manually, while paid plans add real-time protection.

It is not magic.
It does not replace good habits.
But when your device feels suspicious, Malwarebytes is one of the first tools I’d try.

Simple rule:
If your computer starts behaving like it joined a criminal startup — scan it.

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

Read all about it here: https://t.co/GJNxuDNTel

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When even the Vatican weighs in on your chatbot, you know we've reached a pivotal moment in the AI era. 🤖⛪️

Pope Leo XIV just released 'Magnifica Humanitas,' a massive manifesto that isn't about banning technology, but about making sure we don't lose our 'humanity' in the race for digital efficiency.

From AI in warfare to the future of our jobs, the message is clear: tech should serve us, not the other way around.

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

The core of Pope Leo XIV’s document is a call for 'responsible care' rather than a blanket rejection of AI. He highlights three major areas of concern:

1. Labor & Dignity: He warns against the 'idolatry of profit' where efficiency is prioritized over human workers. He’s advocating for retraining and ethical guardrails.
2. Warfare: He takes a firm stance that lethal force decisions should be made by human conscience, not opaque algorithms.
3. The 'Babel Syndrome': A warning against the idea that a single digital language can translate the complex mystery of human identity into mere data points.

The takeaway here isn't just religious; it's a social and economic appeal for slower, more deliberate adoption of tech to ensure we keep the 'human' in the loop.

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

Day 15 of 30 -Recommending Security Tools for the Public
Today’s tool: Malwarebytes

Think your computer is acting weird?
Random popups, browser redirects, slow performance, strange extensions, or that “something feels off” moment?

Malwarebytes is a great second-opinion scanner for regular users. It helps detect and remove malware, spyware, adware, ransomware, Trojans, and other unwanted junk from your device. The free version can scan and clean infections manually, while paid plans add real-time protection.

It is not magic.
It does not replace good habits.
But when your device feels suspicious, Malwarebytes is one of the first tools I’d try.

Simple rule:
If your computer starts behaving like it joined a criminal startup — scan it.

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

Day 14 of 30 – Recommending Security Tools for the Public
Today's tool: Temp Mail

Ever needed to sign up for something but didn't want to hand over your real email address?
Temp Mail gives you a temporary email inbox that can receive verification emails without exposing your personal email account.
✅ Reduces spam in your primary inbox
✅ Helps test services safely
✅ Useful for one-time registrations
✅ Adds a layer of privacy when exploring unfamiliar websites
⚠️ Not for important accounts. Temporary email addresses can expire, so never use them for banking, shopping accounts, password recovery, or anything you'll need long-term access to.
Think of it like using a disposable cup instead of handing someone your favorite coffee mug.
#CyberSecurity #Privacy #OnlineSafety #TempMail #SecurityTools #DigitalPrivacy #CyberAwareness #TechTips #InfoSec #StaySafeOnline

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Read all about it here: https://t.co/bMcGEZtstz

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Ever feel like your phone is eavesdropping on your conversations just to show you an ad? Well, one media company tried to sell that exact 'feature'—and got caught lying about it. ��🚫

Cox Media and two marketing firms were just fined $930,000 by the FTC for bragging that they used AI to record private conversations through smart devices for targeted ads. The twist? They weren't actually listening to you at all—they were just selling old-fashioned, low-quality email lists. They tried to sound like a Black Mirror episode to charge a premium, but it turns out the whole thing was a massive scam.

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To break it down: Cox Media and their partners (MindSift and 1010 Digital Works) marketed a tool called 'Voice Data' to advertisers. They claimed their tech could turn your casual, everyday chats into hyper-specific ad targets. They leaned into the long-standing urban legend that 'phones are always listening.'

However, the FTC investigation revealed the truth: The technology didn't exist. There was no AI listening to your living room or office conversations. Instead, these companies were buying generic data sets and email lists from third-party brokers and charging their clients a huge markup under the guise of 'advanced AI surveillance.' They lied to their customers, lied about the tech, and lied about having user consent. It’s a perfect reminder that sometimes companies use our fear of technology to hide the fact that they’re just selling data in the most boring way possible.

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Not all temporary email services are equal.

Popular options include:
• https://t.co/d1c7kkNzrP⁠
• https://t.co/GFsKBJ4Itx⁠
• https://t.co/VqKHAMNuAp⁠
• https://t.co/XHRMWOcYH5⁠

Keep in mind that many temporary inboxes are public.

Anyone who knows the address may be able to view incoming emails, so never use them for sensitive information.

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

Day 14 of 30 – Recommending Security Tools for the Public
Today's tool: Temp Mail

Ever needed to sign up for something but didn't want to hand over your real email address?
Temp Mail gives you a temporary email inbox that can receive verification emails without exposing your personal email account.
✅ Reduces spam in your primary inbox
✅ Helps test services safely
✅ Useful for one-time registrations
✅ Adds a layer of privacy when exploring unfamiliar websites
⚠️ Not for important accounts. Temporary email addresses can expire, so never use them for banking, shopping accounts, password recovery, or anything you'll need long-term access to.
Think of it like using a disposable cup instead of handing someone your favorite coffee mug.
#CyberSecurity #Privacy #OnlineSafety #TempMail #SecurityTools #DigitalPrivacy #CyberAwareness #TechTips #InfoSec #StaySafeOnline

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

Day 13 of 30 – Recommending Security Tools for Everyone
📱 Today's Tool: https://t.co/8ryXXVOhEf⁠

Ever answered a call only to discover it's a scammer, spammer, or someone trying to sell you something you never asked for?

Truecaller helps identify incoming calls, detect spam numbers, and warn you about known scam callers before you answer.

✅ Identify unknown callers
✅ Block spam and scam calls
✅ Report suspicious numbers to help others
✅ Reduce phishing attempts delivered by phone

While no tool catches everything, it's one of the easiest ways to make phone scams much less effective.

Remember: if a caller claims to be from your bank, government agency, or a company you use, don't trust the caller ID alone. Hang up and call the official number yourself.

What's the most annoying spam call you've received recently?
#CyberSecurity #Privacy #ScamPrevention #Truecaller #SecurityAwareness #CyberTips #PhoneSecurity

[Old_man_Game @OM_GamerV]

@techemnb It should be rolling out gradually.

Also, both people need to be using RCS-compatible messaging apps, carriers, and software versions for end-to-end encryption to work.

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Finally, the green vs. blue bubble war is getting a major security upgrade. 🟢🔵

Apple’s iOS 26.5 update now brings default end-to-end encryption (E2EE) to RCS messaging between iPhone and Android users. This means your cross-platform texts are finally getting the privacy boost they’ve needed for years,no third-party apps required.

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For years the advice was simple:
✅ Enable MFA

And that's still good advice.
The problem is that many modern attacks don't steal your password or MFA code.

They steal the authenticated session token after you've already logged in.
That means the attacker can sometimes access your account without triggering another MFA challenge.

This is why organizations should be moving toward:
• Phishing-resistant MFA (FIDO2/Passkeys)
• Conditional Access policies
• Device trust verification
• OAuth monitoring
• Strong user awareness training
• Continuous detection and response
MFA is a layer of security, not the finish line.

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Still relying on MFA alone?

Attackers don't always need your password anymore.

Modern phishing kits are stealing authenticated session tokens and OAuth tokens, allowing threat actors to bypass MFA entirely. Some of these tools are now packaged as "phishing-as-a-service," making advanced attacks accessible even to low-skilled criminals.