Mike Fowler
@michaelfow.bsky.social
Cyber Security Professional, Security Operations, Engineering and general Cyber Security Stuff. Views are my own.
I'm losing count how many times this needs to be said nowadays.
In general, public WiFi is safe to use.
There will always be edge cases that apply to the 1%, but for your mum / dad / grandparents etc, public WiFi is ok to use
In general, public WiFi is safe to use.
There will always be edge cases that apply to the 1%, but for your mum / dad / grandparents etc, public WiFi is ok to use
what a load of nonsense!
Public wifi is reasonably safe! Airports are even more because they have more CCTV than you can imagine and armed police.
people get pwn3d via phishing and malware/infostealers....
#WIFI #Insanity
Public wifi is reasonably safe! Airports are even more because they have more CCTV than you can imagine and armed police.
people get pwn3d via phishing and malware/infostealers....
#WIFI #Insanity
📱 Many people forget that public Wi-Fi networks can be a goldmine for hackers! Always assume your data is at risk when connecting in cafes or airports. Stay safe! #MobileSecurity
August 11, 2025 at 10:41 AM
I'm losing count how many times this needs to be said nowadays.
In general, public WiFi is safe to use.
There will always be edge cases that apply to the 1%, but for your mum / dad / grandparents etc, public WiFi is ok to use
In general, public WiFi is safe to use.
There will always be edge cases that apply to the 1%, but for your mum / dad / grandparents etc, public WiFi is ok to use
Tell me your pets name with a gif.
June 7, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Tell me your pets name with a gif.
UK now has access to a Strangles vaccine. This is great news and hopefully will be getting it soon. Has anyone in the UK already had the Strangles vaccine? What are your thoughts? Any side effects to be aware of?
April 8, 2025 at 2:50 PM
UK now has access to a Strangles vaccine. This is great news and hopefully will be getting it soon. Has anyone in the UK already had the Strangles vaccine? What are your thoughts? Any side effects to be aware of?
Random poll based on an equally random discussion.
You have an inline security solution. Is it better to fail open or fail closed? Why,?
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You have an inline security solution. Is it better to fail open or fail closed? Why,?
Linkedin Poll for anyone who likes that sort of thing: www.linkedin.com/posts/michae...
Random poll based on an equally random discussion.
You have an inline… | Michael Fowler
Random poll based on an equally random discussion.
You have an inline security solution. Is it better to fail open or fail closed? Why,?
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March 31, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Random poll based on an equally random discussion.
You have an inline security solution. Is it better to fail open or fail closed? Why,?
Linkedin Poll for anyone who likes that sort of thing: www.linkedin.com/posts/michae...
You have an inline security solution. Is it better to fail open or fail closed? Why,?
Linkedin Poll for anyone who likes that sort of thing: www.linkedin.com/posts/michae...
I'm in group chats for friends, school, after-school clubs and home decoration ideas. What are your group chats about?
I'm in a group chat about what's for dinner and our Costco shopping list. What are your group chats about?
March 25, 2025 at 5:28 PM
I'm in group chats for friends, school, after-school clubs and home decoration ideas. What are your group chats about?
Post a pic of you from around 10 years ago
March 24, 2025 at 7:48 AM
Post a pic of you from around 10 years ago
I've used Google Pixel devices for years now, but my Pixel 8 has given me no end of trouble. It's now away for the 3rd time in 6 months for a warranty screen repair. I'm seriously thinking of switching. Anyone got any good android phone recommendations (UK availability)? Cheers in advance!
March 17, 2025 at 6:53 PM
I've used Google Pixel devices for years now, but my Pixel 8 has given me no end of trouble. It's now away for the 3rd time in 6 months for a warranty screen repair. I'm seriously thinking of switching. Anyone got any good android phone recommendations (UK availability)? Cheers in advance!
No cheating - post the last photo you took of your pet(s)
March 16, 2025 at 10:45 AM
No cheating - post the last photo you took of your pet(s)
To those that have done it, Pi-hole (or similar) - are they worth the effort of standing them up?
January 12, 2025 at 7:42 PM
To those that have done it, Pi-hole (or similar) - are they worth the effort of standing them up?
I want to give thanks to all the IT and Cyber Security staff working over the holiday period trying to keep everyone online and safe.
January 1, 2025 at 10:24 AM
I want to give thanks to all the IT and Cyber Security staff working over the holiday period trying to keep everyone online and safe.
Once in a while, it happens to all of us. I seem to have a defective Pixel 8. It's going back for repair for the 2nd time in 2 months. Backup Pixel 6 is still solid as a rock. Does make me rethink why I bothered upgrading to the 8 in the first place...
January 1, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Once in a while, it happens to all of us. I seem to have a defective Pixel 8. It's going back for repair for the 2nd time in 2 months. Backup Pixel 6 is still solid as a rock. Does make me rethink why I bothered upgrading to the 8 in the first place...
Happy New Year to all. How your 2025 is everything you want it to be.
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January 1, 2025 at 9:35 AM
Happy New Year to all. How your 2025 is everything you want it to be.
Today is World Prematurity Day and thoughts go out to all the premature babies and families who are thriving, fighting, or grieving. If you are in the UK, www.bliss.org.uk are there for all families of premature babies.
November 17, 2024 at 7:08 PM
Today is World Prematurity Day and thoughts go out to all the premature babies and families who are thriving, fighting, or grieving. If you are in the UK, www.bliss.org.uk are there for all families of premature babies.
Want to check something and see if it is just me or not. My phone screen was faulty so it got sent away to be replaced. Put phone in 'repair mode'. Phone came back related, but also fully reflashed with original Android 14 instead of 15 it had. Is it normal to reflash regardless of fault?
November 17, 2024 at 11:15 AM
Want to check something and see if it is just me or not. My phone screen was faulty so it got sent away to be replaced. Put phone in 'repair mode'. Phone came back related, but also fully reflashed with original Android 14 instead of 15 it had. Is it normal to reflash regardless of fault?
November 14, 2024 at 8:53 PM
Hello World!
Finally made the move and installed bluesky. Looks nice and familiar 😀
Finally made the move and installed bluesky. Looks nice and familiar 😀
November 13, 2024 at 10:00 PM
Hello World!
Finally made the move and installed bluesky. Looks nice and familiar 😀
Finally made the move and installed bluesky. Looks nice and familiar 😀