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URL Encoding: Already Encoded Detection and Double Encoding Prevention
Discover how to detect already-encoded URLs and prevent double encoding bugs. Learn why %20 becoming %2520 breaks URLs and how to avoid this common mistake.
URL Encoding UTF-8 and International Characters Correctly
Master URL encoding for international characters, emojis, and UTF-8 text. Learn how café becomes caf%C3%A9 and why proper Unicode handling prevents broken links.
URL Defanging Styles: CyberChef vs Bracket vs Aggressive - Which to Use?
Compare the three main URL defanging styles used in cybersecurity. Learn the differences between CyberChef, Bracket, and Aggressive formats and when to use each for sharing IOCs safely.
URL Encoding Components: Full URL vs Query Parameters
Understand the critical difference between encoding full URLs versus individual components. Learn which URL parts to encode and which to leave alone to avoid breaking your links.
URL Defanger Privacy: Why Client-Side Processing Protects Your Sensitive IOCs
Discover why our URL Defanger processes everything in your browser without sending data to servers. Learn how client-side processing protects sensitive threat intelligence from exposure.
URL Defanging Styles: CyberChef vs Bracket vs Aggressive Formats
Compare the three major URL defanging styles used in cybersecurity - CyberChef, Bracket, and Aggressive formats - and learn which one to use for different threat intelligence scenarios.
Unix Timestamps and Timezones: How UTC Conversion Works
Understand how Unix timestamps handle timezones, why they
Unusual Timezone Offsets: Understanding :30 and :45 Minute Differences
Explore unusual timezone offsets like India
Understanding the 5 Cybersecurity Maturity Levels: Which One Are You?
Learn about the five cybersecurity maturity levels, from Initial/Ad-hoc to Optimizing, and discover where your organization stands on the security maturity spectrum.
Unix Timestamp: Seconds vs Milliseconds - What
Understand the critical difference between Unix timestamps in seconds and milliseconds, why JavaScript uses milliseconds, and how to convert between formats correctly.
Understanding Malware Hash Database Update Frequency and Coverage Gaps
Learn how often major malware hash databases update, understand the detection gaps between malware deployment and signature availability, and discover strategies for minimizing exposure during update lag periods.
Understanding MD5, SHA-256, and SHA-512: Which Hash Algorithm Should You Use?
Explore the critical differences between MD5, SHA-256, and SHA-512 cryptographic hash functions, their security implications, and when to use each algorithm for modern applications.
Understanding Color Formats: HEX, RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, and HWB Explained
Whether you're designing a website, creating graphics, or preparing materials for print, understanding color formats is essential. Each format serves a specific purpose and excels in different scenarios.
Understanding CSV Format: A Complete Guide for Developers and Data Professionals
Learn everything about CSV format - from basic structure to advanced use cases, best practices, and when to use CSV for your data projects in 2025.
What is the Difference Between SSL and TLS?
Understand the evolution from deprecated SSL to modern TLS protocols and why TLS 1.3 is preferred in 2025.
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