Recent content by DrB0b

I don't want to get too far in the weeds with my answer but buffer overflow and directory traversal via specifically crafted URL calls. These are a few but there are more. See simple explanation below: Directory Traversal - Attackers bypass security checks using malformed URLs (e.g., ../...

Also, you may want to go over your API depending on how it interacts with the site. How it was coded and what functions it utilizes it may be worth taking a look at it again. If its an old version of python or whatever and it has known issues, upgrading to a later version might be in the cards...

Sounds like you are with Rackspace but that is just a wild guess. Most hosted solutions will lock down everything except what is needed portwise and will have some form of intrusion prevention/detection. Essentially, you will want to make sure your IIS server is up to date and patched as much...

First questions I would have to give you a general risk assessment: 1) Where is this server located? Cloud or on prem 2) What protections do you have in front of the server? 3) What protections do you have on the server? Articles pertinent to the situation...

Also from the FAQ: Samsung Galaxy S23 FE - Manage Hotspot Settings Here's how to configure the hotspot settings (e.g., password, network name, timeout settings, etc.) on your Galaxy S23 FE. Open the Settings app Navigate...

From Verizon's page: Samsung Galaxy S23 FE - Turn Mobile / Wi-Fi Hotspot On / Off Here's how to turn Mobile Hotspot for your Galaxy S23 FE on or off. Open the Settings app. Navigate: Connections Mobile Hotspot and Tethering ...

Just to elaborate on what is mentioned above, usually if you take a flashlight and shine it up at the screen at an angle you will be able to see whatever is being displayed if it is just the inverter that went out. It will be dark and hard to see but visible. If you dont see anything, then it...

Looked in Device Manager? Tried updating drivers? Any Windows Updates lately? Have a model of that HP laptop?

Try using Taskmanager to kill and reopen explorer.exe and that will tell you if that is part of it.

Depending on what firmware is installed, it can limit or expand the base functionality.

Not my synopsis but I queried an AI agent and the below was the response: Yes, there are specific tools and methods to reset SMART data on SSDs, although this practice is generally discouraged and can be risky. Here are some key points about resetting SMART data on SSDs: Manufacturer-specific...

Your post is a bit vague. If you disconnect the USB enclosure and reconnect it to the USB port, does Windows see it? If not, have you tried a different USB port or a different computer? If yes, is all of your data on the HDD still accessible? Are you just curious if you caused an issue when...

I would blow out with compressed air to make sure there isnt a small piece blocking a sensor that you may have missed. When powered on, does it run through the normal movements or is there no mechanical movement and it immediately throws the error?

Yeah sorry. Sounds like it might need to go to a repair shop if you are not comfortable with disassembly. Was going to suggest at least attempting an updated driver but you already went down that road. Best of luck, hopefully you have a decent corner shop that can help you out.

"When I click the Start Button, nothing happens." - can you elaborate? Can you right click and have it bring up any options? Left click does absolutely nothing or it opens the start area but nothing is there?