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Founder · Packet.Zip
Aamir Lakhani is a leading senior security strategist responsible for providing IT security solutions to major enterprises and government organizations. He creates technical security strategies and leads security implementation projects for Fortune 500 companies, and has designed offensive counter-defense measures for the Department of Defense and national intelligence agencies.
His areas of expertise include adversarial AI, cyber defense, mobile application threats, malware management, Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) research, and the dark web. He is the author or contributor of several books, and has appeared on FOX Business News, National Public Radio, and other media outlets as an expert on cybersecurity.
Writing under the pseudonym Packet.Zip, he operates this blog. In its list of 46 Federal Technology Experts to Follow on Twitter, Forbes described Aamir Lakhani as "a blogger, InfoSec specialist, super hero…and all around good guy."
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The ever-expanding realm of artificial intelligence, OpenAI's GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) models have consistently pushed the boundaries of what is possible in natural language processing. With the release of GPT-4.0, the latest iteration of this transformative technology, many are cur
In times of decision, many of us rely on instinct and ‘gut’ reaction rather than logic. As humans, we actually do a pretty terrible job at understanding and using risk-based approaches in our lives. For example, many people are anxious about flying on an airplane when in reality they should be more
I apprehensively went to see Entourage, thinking I was going to suffer through a story build-up to a teaser ending. I fully expected some sort of gritty, emotionally tangled world with hints of darkness sprinkled throughout, with the obvious ambiguous lead-ups to a second (or third, or fourth, ad na
A reverse shell is a type of network connection in which a remote computer establishes a connection to a local computer and allows the remote computer to execute commands on the local computer. This can be useful in a number of situations, such as when a local computer is behind a firewall and needs
Artificial intelligence (AI) can revolutionize cybersecurity by enabling organizations to detect, prevent, and respond to cyber threats. In this essay, we will explore how AI can enhance cybersecurity and discuss some of the challenges and considerations that need to be considered when implementing
Fileless malware is a type of cyber attack that does not rely on the traditional method of installing malicious software on a victim's computer. Instead, it uses legitimate system tools and functions to carry out malicious actions, making it difficult to detect and prevent.Fileless malware attacks o
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are often used interchangeably, but they are different. Understanding the difference between these two technologies is important, as it can help individuals and organizations make informed decisions about how they can be used to solve problems a
Tony G and Aamir discuss their frustrations in the world of cybersecurity. Join us as we discuss the multiple failures we have seen in the industry that keep repeating. Inspired by temporary guest news anchor Peter Griffin from Quahog News 5, let's find out What Really Grinds My (Our) GearsClick her
John Simmons joins the Packet.Zip podcast. John is an IR specialist. He has worked with the United States White House, other government agencies, and many private organizations. He will walk us thru what he sees in the world and how he helps clients during attacks. Uber has a CSO problem as data brea
Being stuck at home and not going out as much as we are in the middle of a new COVID variant and resulting new wave, I got to rewatch one of my favorite shows: Mr. Robot!There are some things that bother me about our society… primary disappointment regarding my expectations pertaining to how we shou
How to travel thousands of miles on planes, trains, and automobiles making life comfortable, having a blast, and surviving. These are the best travel hacks and best road warrior travel products.
Two UK teenagers were charged with hacking and being members of Lapsus$ the Packet.Zip podcast discusses motivations around why teenagers and young adults may be motivated by cybercrime and how they might have gotten involved. Listen on SoundCloud by clicking here Also available on your favorite podc