# uac (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover uac. Page: Feed: --- ## [Attack Technique: AI Clones](https://textslashplain.com/2026/08/12/attack-technique-ai-clones/) _2026-08-12 · ericlaw · text/plain_ Attackers are adept at using new technologies to enhance their attacks. Earlier this afternoon, for example, I got call from “American Express” suggesting that I needed to “verify a transaction.” The caller used a robotic voice similar to the one used by American Express’ automated systems, and only obvious signals that it was a scam Continue reading "Attack Technique: AI Clones" [Listen](https://www.ericlawrence.com/dl/CodeMash2015-LuckingIn-64kbps.mp3) ## [Fiddler in 2026](https://textslashplain.com/2026/08/05/fiddler-in-2026/) _2026-08-05 · ericlaw · text/plain_ I’ve shared the stories behind the Fiddler Web Debugger a fair bit over the years, in the Fiddler Book, in a talk at the CodeMash conference in 2015, and on this blog. It features prominently in my to-be-completed (some day?) memoir, and I’ve enjoyed telling Fiddler stories to folks who ask over the years. (I’ve Continue reading "Fiddler in 2026" ## [Web Security is Too Hard](https://textslashplain.com/2026/08/04/security-is-hard-yall/) _2026-08-04 · ericlaw · text/plain_ It started innocently enough. I saw a tweet about a new product offering from one of my favorite companies, Cloudflare. Neat! I clicked through to the site and there it is: And huzzah!, my preferred handle, @ericlaw is still available. I’d better hurry to claim it before someone else gets it! Since I’m already a Continue reading "Web Security is Too Hard" ## [Authenticode and UAC](https://textslashplain.com/2026/08/03/authenticode-and-uac/) _2026-08-03 · ericlaw · text/plain_ When a user attempts to run a file with elevated privilege, Windows will show a User Account Control elevation prompt that asks whether the user trusts the file to run. For a regular file, the user will see a prompt like this: For a file signed by a certificate in the Untrusted Certificates store, elevation Continue reading "Authenticode and UAC" ## [Attack Techniques: Fake Captive Portals](https://textslashplain.com/2026/08/03/attack-techniques-fake-captive-portals/) _2026-08-03 · ericlaw · text/plain_ When a device first joins a network, the upstream network hardware has full control over its traffic and can allow/block any packets sent from the device from reaching the Internet. Many public networks (typically Wi-Fi, but sometimes wired), located in hotels, coffee shops, mass transit, schools, etc. require that the user accept Terms of Use Continue reading "Attack Techniques: Fake Captive… ## [Offboarding from Microsoft Defender for Endpoint](https://textslashplain.com/2026/07/22/offboarding-from-microsoft-defender-for-endpoint/) _2026-07-22 · ericlaw · text/plain_ Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is a paid security product that extends Microsoft Defender Antivirus (included for free in Windows) with enterprise capabilities, including a full EDR product that reports security telemetry into a security operations center (SOC). Some recently-retired Microsoft employees have been surprised to discover that their personal PCs that had previously been used Continue… ## [Guidelines for URL Storage and Comparison](https://textslashplain.com/2026/07/17/guidelines-for-url-storage-and-comparison/) _2026-07-17 · ericlaw · text/plain_ This document contains some thoughts about the storage and comparison of URLs, common operations crucial to the correct function of security software like Microsoft SmartScreen. Importantly, URLs are also displayed on security surfaces to enable the user to make a decision based on their contents. Eight years ago, I wrote the Guidelines for URL Display. Continue reading "Guidelines for URL Storage… ## [Aeroflot Group posts traffic growth in H1 2026 despite headwinds](https://www.rusaviainsider.com/aeroflot-group-posts-traffic-growth-in-h1-2026-despite-headwinds/) _2026-07-15 · Aeroflot Group · Russian Aviation Insider_ Flagship carrier holds onto gains as well ## [Driving (Large) Electric](https://textslashplain.com/2026/07/06/driving-large-electric/) _2026-07-06 · ericlaw · text/plain_ Back in 2022, I brought home a new 2023 Nissan Leaf S and I’ve had a blast driving it since. In hindsight, it was one of my best purchases in a long time– it’s super fun to drive, and other than tires/alignment it has required zero maintenance (not even refilling the wiper fluid!) in the Continue reading "Driving (Large) Electric" ## [A Quarter Century in Tech](https://textslashplain.com/2026/06/18/a-quarter-century-in-tech/) _2026-06-18 · ericlaw · text/plain_ Today marks my 25th anniversary of full-time work in tech. June 18, 2001 – My third “New Employee Orientation” at Microsoft, starting my full-time employment after University. I worked on the Office Online PM team for three years before moving to the Internet Explorer Networking and Security teams for 8 more, eventually leading a team Continue reading "A Quarter Century in Tech" ## [Real SIMs for AI Agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7EMZwyLqAIH3) _2026-06-18 · **Sponsored**_ Pass 2FA and verifications with real carrier numbers via our API. ## [Participatory Extensible Security](https://textslashplain.com/2026/06/10/participatory-extensible-security/) _2026-06-10 · ericlaw · text/plain_ In the past, I’ve explained how security products combine sensors and throttles with threat intelligence to protect users and devices from attack. I’ve also outlined how the evolution of software, including increased complexity and a focus on privacy, have made it harder than ever for sensors and throttles to function effectively, leading to security and Continue reading "Participatory Extensible… ## [Aeroflot’s digital evolution: From passenger AI assistants to VR flight decks](https://www.rusaviainsider.com/aeroflots-digital-evolution-from-passenger-ai-assistants-to-vr-flight-decks/) _2026-05-25 · Aeroflot Group · Russian Aviation Insider_ Russian flag carrier showcases next-gen IT solutions at CIPR conference ## [A 100-aircraft shortfall looms for Russia’s regional aviation sector](https://www.rusaviainsider.com/a-100-aircraft-shortfall-looms-for-russias-regional-aviation-sector/) _2026-05-24 · ES · Russian Aviation Insider_ Planned TVRS-44 regional turboprop could be repurposed as military transport ## [Russia’s S7 Airlines bolsters fleet with two ex-Red Wings A321s](https://www.rusaviainsider.com/russias-s7-airlines-bolsters-fleet-with-two-ex-red-wings-a321s/) _2026-05-23 · ES · Russian Aviation Insider_ Both aircraft expected to enter service by late summer ## [Foreign airlines post 21% rise in Russian passenger traffic](https://www.rusaviainsider.com/foreign-airlines-post-21-rise-in-russian-passenger-traffic/) _2026-04-17 · ES · Russian Aviation Insider_ In 2025, they carried 24.3 million passengers on Russian routes ## [Aeroflot drives international growth via strategic fleet redeployment](https://www.rusaviainsider.com/operational-results-for-aeroflot-group-in-march-and-the-first-quarter-q1-of-2026-reveal-positive-momentum/) _2026-04-15 · Aeroflot Group · Russian Aviation Insider_ The Group successfully offset reduced activity in the Middle East by pivoting capacity toward Southeast Asia, Turkey, and Egypt ## [UAC announces confirmed demand for 570 airliners by 2035](https://www.rusaviainsider.com/uac-announces-confirmed-demand-for-570-airliners-by-2035/) _2026-04-15 · ES · Russian Aviation Insider_ Of these, 74 aircraft have already been contracted by Russian aircraft manufacturer ## [Traffic between Russia and Uzbekistan reaches 2 million passengers](https://www.rusaviainsider.com/traffic-between-russia-and-uzbekistan-reaches-2-million-passengers/) _2026-04-14 · ES · Russian Aviation Insider_ Traffic has grown by more than 60% since pre-crisis 2019 ## [Vladivostok Airport sees international passenger traffic jump by a third in Q1](https://www.rusaviainsider.com/vladivostok-airport-sees-international-passenger-traffic-jump-by-a-third-in-q1/) _2026-04-13 · ES · Russian Aviation Insider_ Strong international demand drives double-digit growth in overall traffic ## [Prime Noise-Cancelling Picks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/bKNKC6WWaVgm) _2026-04-13 · **Sponsored**_ Browse Prime-eligible, 4-star-and-up noise-cancelling earbuds with fast shipping and deals ## [Aeroflot Group unveils summer flight schedule: over 300 routes, more than half domestic](https://www.rusaviainsider.com/aeroflot-group-unveils-summer-flight-schedule-over-300-routes-more-than-half-domestic/) _2026-03-21 · Aeroflot Group · Russian Aviation Insider_ The Group’s number of regional routes bypassing Moscow to reach 172