Terms of Use

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using this blog, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, do not use this blog.

Nature of Content

This blog provides information and commentary on cybersecurity topics for educational and informational purposes only.

No Professional Advice

Nothing on this blog constitutes:

  • Professional cybersecurity advice or consulting
  • Technical recommendations for specific situations
  • Security guidance tailored to your particular needs
  • Legal, financial, or business advice

Do not rely on this blog as your sole or primary source of information for any security decisions.

Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

No Warranties

All content on this blog is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of information
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Timeliness or currentness of information

AI-Generated Content

This blog uses AI tools in content creation (see AI Disclosure). AI can generate errors, outdated information, or incorrect technical details. I make reasonable efforts to review content, but errors may occur.

No Liability

I am not responsible or liable for any damages, losses, or consequences arising from your use of this blog, including but not limited to:

  • Security breaches or vulnerabilities
  • Data loss or corruption
  • System damage or downtime
  • Financial losses
  • Legal consequences
  • Reputational harm
  • Any other direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages

This limitation applies regardless of whether the damages were foreseeable and whether I was advised of the possibility of such damages.

Cybersecurity-Specific Risks

Cybersecurity information carries inherent risks. Implementing security measures without proper expertise can:

  • Create new vulnerabilities
  • Damage systems or data
  • Violate laws or regulations
  • Breach contracts or agreements
  • Cause service disruptions

Your Responsibilities

By using this blog, you agree that you are solely responsible for:

Verification

  • Independently verifying all information before using it
  • Researching topics through multiple reliable sources
  • Consulting current, authoritative references
  • Ensuring information is applicable to your specific situation

Professional Consultation

  • Seeking advice from qualified cybersecurity professionals
  • Engaging experts for production systems and sensitive environments
  • Obtaining proper legal and compliance guidance

Testing and Validation

  • Testing any code, scripts, or configurations in isolated, non-production environments
  • Validating security measures before deployment
  • Having proper backups and recovery procedures in place

Legal Compliance

  • Ensuring you have proper authorization before implementing security measures
  • Understanding and complying with applicable laws and regulations
  • Respecting intellectual property rights and terms of service
  • Following ethical hacking and security testing guidelines

Risk Assessment

  • Understanding the potential risks of actions you take
  • Evaluating whether security measures are appropriate for your context
  • Accepting full responsibility for outcomes

Third-Party Links

This blog may contain links to third-party websites. I am not responsible for:

  • The content, accuracy, or practices of linked sites
  • Any damages resulting from your use of third-party sites
  • Security or privacy of external websites

Changes to Terms

I reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes are effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the blog constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold me harmless from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of information from this blog
  • Your violation of these Terms of Use
  • Your violation of any laws or third-party rights

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with the AI Disclosure, constitute the entire agreement between you and me regarding use of this blog.

Use at Your Own Risk

By using this blog, you acknowledge and agree that you do so entirely at your own risk. You are solely responsible for any consequences resulting from your use of information found here.

Last updated: 11/15/2025

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, contact me at blog@own.sh.