Offside rule explained (clearly)

Because I can't be the only person who is confused.

August 06, 2023

As a newcomer to soccer football, the offside rule is by far the most confusing rule. Like, ever.

If you're like me, you need a clear visual example. Check out this video here. It's the clearest explanation I've come across thus far.

Biggest takeaway: the offside rule applies to passing. It's technically . . .

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[SC-100] Microsoft Entra "Verified ID" Feature Explained

August 06, 2023

In case I'm not the only person who as a little unfamiliar with Microsoft's "Verified ID" feature, I came across a great video from Andy Malone that walks through a practical example of how it works.

Here's a high-level diagram as well:

Very interesting and compelling. I think remains to be . . .

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[SC-100] Microsoft Graph Refresher

August 06, 2023

In case I'm not the only person who needed a refresher on Microsoft Graph, here are a few helpful links:

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[SC-100] Identity is more than a username

August 06, 2023

While studying for the SC-100 exam, a concept really resonated with me: the definition of identity and its purpose in security.

I think for some folks (myself included), it's been all too easy to think of "identity" as a singular credential; a unique data element. Like an ID card. While understandable, I think that . . .

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Trivial terminology: MITRE vs MITRE Engenuity?

What's the difference?

August 05, 2023

I like this succinct explanation from Check Point on the difference between "MITRE" and "MITRE Engenuity". Good stuff.

The MITRE Corporation is a US Government federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), and the MITRE Engenuity is a foundation dedicated to using the research and technology . . .

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[SC-100] NIST 800-61 response management phases

August 05, 2023

I'm digging this simple (but functional!) illustration of the NIST 800-161 response management phases, courtesy of Microsoft Learning:

Good stuff!

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[SC-100] Simplified explanation of technical response to incidents

August 05, 2023

While perusing a study guide for SC-100 exam, I came across a really nice and succinct explanation for technical response. It's one of my favorite quotes now:

(...) there are two key goals that every incident response should aim to address from a technical perspective. The first is identifying the scope of the attack (...) . . .

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