Dnsmasq vulnerabilities open networking devices, Linux distros to DNS cache poisoning

Seven vulnerabilities affecting Dnsmasq, a caching DNS and DHCP server used in a variety of networking devices and Linux distributions, could be leveraged to mount DNS cache poisoning attack and/or to compromise vulnerable devices. “Some of the b… Continue reading Dnsmasq vulnerabilities open networking devices, Linux distros to DNS cache poisoning

How prevalent is DNS spoofing? Could a repeat of the Dyn/Mirai DDoS attack have the same results?

Two separate groups of academics have recently released research papers based on research into the Domain Name System (DNS). One has found that the overwhelming majority of popular site operators haven’t learned from the 2016 Dyn/Mirai incident/a… Continue reading How prevalent is DNS spoofing? Could a repeat of the Dyn/Mirai DDoS attack have the same results?

How do I block incoming and/or out-going WhatsApp traffic/requests on a Google Wifi Router?

I’m interested in methods/solutions for blocking incoming and/or out-going WhatsApp requests and/or traffic on a personal home Google WiFi network.
I also have the Google WiFi app with manager/admin rights.
Thank you!

Continue reading How do I block incoming and/or out-going WhatsApp traffic/requests on a Google Wifi Router?