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Windows Server, Remote Desktop: An internal error has occurred, Hyper-V Guest OS

This can happen for several reasons, mostly related to too much bogus traffic hitting your RDP port. It is best practice to only allow RDP access to a limited set of static IP's, only access via firewall or if the other two options are not possible change the default port for RDP access to help limit default bogus traffic.

With that said, the quickest way to solve this problem without a reboot is to simple disable the network adapter and reenable it.

Step by Step:

  • Login to your Hyper-V manager
  • Connect to the Guest VM in question
  • Open the network manager and change adapter settings or Control Panel\Network and Internet\Network Connections
  • Once on this screen simply right click the adapter and disable, then reenable.

Thats it, your issue should now be solved.

3ware 3DM2 Error, ERR_SSL_VERSION_OR_CIPHER_MISMATCH

This error is caused because 3dm2 uses a no longer supported SSL cipher. Normally in order to fix this issue you would just issue an updated SSL cert but 3DM2 does not offer this option, so you will need to open up a legacy browser. 

On windows you will need to run internet explorer

then open the local server address, https://localhost:888/ 

It is possible you will need to go into internet explorer > internet options > advanced and enable addition SSL protocols as well.

NET::ERR_CERTIFICATE_TRANSPARENCY_REQUIRED with Let's Encrypt R3 and other SSL providers

When adding, updating or replacing an SSL certificate you encounter the error "NET::ERR_CERTIFICATE_TRANSPARENCY_REQUIRED"

This is most common with LetsEncrypt SSL as they seem to be overutilizing resources.

The issue happens when the LetsEncrypt servers are behind on pushing transparency proof logs and google chrome caches the cert info before those logs are in place. In most cases this will resolve itself within 5 minutes or so but may require you to close the browser and reopen it or even clear the cache on the affected browser. In some cases it can take much longer and may even require a reissue of the cert. 

  

User Data Breach at Amazon.com today, Notice: Important Information about your Amazon.com Account

If you're wondering why you are receiving more spam then usual this could be part of the issue.

Seems amazon.com account emails were disclosed by mistake recently.

Here is the Notification:

Sender:

Amazon.com <no-reply@amazon.com>

Header Info:

Received-SPF: pass (hidden: domain of bounces.amazon.com designates 54.240.13.69 as permitted sender)
 client-ip=54.240.13.69
Received: from a13-69.smtp-out.amazonses.com ([54.240.13.69]) by hidden with
 ESMTPS (version=TLS1_2 cipher=TLS_ECDHE_RSA_WITH_AES_256_CBC_SHA384_P521); Tue, 27 Nov 2018 14:43:50 -0600

Subject:

Important Information about your Amazon.com Account

Here is the message:

Hello, We’re contacting you to let you know that our website inadvertently disclosed your email address due to a technical error. The issue has been fixed. This is not a result of anything you have done, and there is no need for you to change your password or take any other action. Sincerely,Customer ServiceAmazonPlease note: this e-mail was sent from a notification-only address that cannot accept incoming e-mail. Please do not reply to this message.

It appears that, ($om3o1dP@$$w0rd), is your password. You might not know me and you are most likely wondering why you're getting this e-mail, right?

So I've had several clients call me with these questions; what is this?, do I have a virus?, is my account compromised?, what should I do?

First off, if you are still using the password in the email go change your passwords! Its also a good idea to use separate email address for work, personal finance and social media sites.

What is this?

These emails are being sent by scammers that have come into possession of compromised social media databases that included your email, unencrypted or poorly encrypted passwords and other info such as contacts. 

Do I have a virus?

Perhaps but its not related to this email. Scan your system with a reputable antivirus scanner.

Is my account compromised?

If you are still using the same email address and password for any website, device or application then yes! you should change your password immediately. 

What should I do?

Don't send the scammers anything, never send them money no matter what. Check your accounts for weak password and update them. Always use https and verify you are on the correct website. Don't share anything on social media that you don't want people to know, its not secure and at some point it very well could be used in the next database breach to try and extort money from you.

Here is the email example,

Subject Text:

somee-mail-address-you-used@social-media-site.compromised:$om3o1dP@$$w0rd

Body Text:

It appears that, ($om3o1dP@$$w0rd), is your password. You might not know me and you are most likely wondering why you're getting this e-mail, right?

in fact, I put in place a malware on the adult videos (porno) web site and you know what, you visited this website to have fun (you know very well what I mean). During the time you were watching videos, your internet browser started out functioning as a RDP (Remote Desktop) which provided accessibility to your screen and web cam. and then, my software programs obtained all of your current contacts from your Messenger, Outlook, Facebook, in addition to emails.

What did I really do?

I produced a double-screen video. First part shows the recording you're seeing (you have a good taste haha . . .), and 2nd part shows the recording of your web cam.

what exactly should you do?

Well, in my opinion, $1100 is really a fair price for your little secret. You will make the payment by Bitcoin (if you don't know this, search "how to purchase bitcoin" search engines like google).

Bitcoin Address: [some scammers bitcoin address] (It's case sensitive, so copy and paste it)

Very important:
You've one day in order to make the payment. (I've a completely unique pixel within this e mail, and at this moment I know you have read through this email message). If I do not get the BitCoins, I will certainly send your videos to all of your contacts including relatives, co-workers, and so on. Having said that, if I get the payment, I'll destroy the recording immidiately. If you want evidence, reply with "Yes!" and i'll certainly send out your videos to your # contacts. It is a non-negotiable offer, that being said don't waste my personal time and yours by responding to this message.