Introduction Most discussions about cybersecurity revolve around external threats:ransomware gangs, zero-day exploits, supply chain attacks, botnets. But there is another category of threat, just as dangerous — and often far more unpredictable: The internal threat. This case study presents a real incident involving: Despite the severity, the environment was fully restored in less than 48…
Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager (VBEM or VEM) is a centralised management and reporting platform that lets administrators control multiple Veeam Backup & Replication servers from a single web-based console. It is designed for large-scale and ROBO (remote office/branch office) environments, providing full visibility across the entire backup infrastructure. In this blogpost, we will discuss “Veeam…
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Veeam Data Platform v13 shifts toward a “security-first” architecture. It offers enhanced protection for backup infrastructure against modern threats. In addition to introducing a new Linux-based Virtual Software Appliance (VSA) and Veeam Infrastructure Appliance (VIA) with built-in hardening. In this article, we shall discuss the Building VIHR: A Ransomware-Proof Repository with Veeam JeOS. Please, see…
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In this article, we shall discuss the steps on how to fix failed to connect to Deployer Service Error. Please, see How to configure Network Unlock in Windows, how to Configure a username and secret on a Cisco Switch and Router, and Upgrade Path and In-Place Upgrade for VBR v13 and Known Fixes. The Veeam…
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In this guide, we will discuss the steps to “Upgrade legacy VHR to Veeam Infrastructure Hardened Repository”. According to Rick’s naming convention of VHR generation one (1). This blog post aims to demonstrate the “steps to upgrade legacy VHR to Veeam Infrastructure Hardened Repository“. Please, see what Ransomware Recovery looks like when the clock is…
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In this article, we shall discuss the steps to fix “Unable to Remove Orphaned VHR Repository v2 from VBR v13”. As system administrators, we believe everything is possible, provided you think it through. Therefore, I will proceed and show you the steps to fix this. Please, see How to set up Veeam Software Appliance v13,…
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A ransomware recovery strategy is not something you design during an attack. It is something that reveals its true value only when everything else is already failing. In this guide, we shall discuss “What Ransomware Recovery looks like when the clock is ticking”. Please, see How to set up Devolusion Remote Desktop Manager on Windows,…
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In this guide, we shall discuss how to set up Devolusion Remote Desktop Manager on Windows. Devolusion Remote Desktop Manager is an application that integrates a comprehensive set of tools and managers to meet the needs of any IT team. It is designed to centralise remote connection technologies, credentials, and secure access to these resources….
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Veeam Data Platform v13 adopts a “security-first” architecture, actively protecting backup infrastructure against modern threats, and continues to support advanced security features for Windows-based components, including VMware Virtualisation-Based Security (VBS) and Microsoft Group Policy Object (GPO) Credential Guard. In this guide, we shall discuss “Hardening Your Infrastructure: A Guide to VMware VBS and MS GPO…
The Filesystem Root represented by the symbol / is the master directory that holds everything on your virtual server (Ubuntu VM). This is similar to “C: drive” on a Windows machine. In this guide, we shall discuss the steps on how to fix the Filesystem root is running low on Disk space. Please, see Hacker…
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XCP-ng stands for Xen Cloud Platform, next generation and it is an open-source virtualisation platform that allows you to manage virtual machines and networks efficiently. This guide is designed to enhance your IT administration skills. In this article, we shall discuss the “A-Z of XCP-ng and Xen Orchestra setup and VM Creation”. Please, see ,…
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Over the last decade, ransomware attacks have changed dramatically. What once was a simple malware encrypting user files has evolved into a business-driven cybercrime model. Today, attackers think strategically, move laterally, and aim directly at what truly hurts an organization: its ability to recover. In this guide, we shall discuss “Hacker Thinking in Ransomware Attacks:…
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BitLocker recovery restores access to a BitLocker‑protected drive when the default unlock method fails. In this case, however, entering the recovery key triggers the PC to restart again, which prevents the recovery process from completing. In this guide, we shall discuss the “steps to mitigate or Bypassing BitLocker Loop by Unlocking or Disabling or PC…
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