SSL is a networking protocol that secures connections between web clients and web servers using encryption. It was the first widely implemented protocol to secure communications between client and server systems. SSL is essential for e-commerce, as it ensures data privacy and facilitates secure transactions. It uses certificates to authenticate the devices communicating. SSL is used for internet security, replacing the HTTP framework due to its vulnerability to cyberattacks. Websites now display the HTTPS prefix to indicate use of SSL or its more secure successor, Transport Layer Security (TLS).
Critical Microsoft Telnet 0-Click Vulnerability Exposes Windows Credentials
A critical vulnerability in Microsoft Telnet Server allows remote attackers to bypass authentication entirely, gaining administrative access without credentials. Affecting legacy Windows systems (2000 through
