On December 19, 2025, MongoDB Inc. disclosed a severe vulnerability in its database products, tracked as CVE-2025-14847. This flaw, dubbed MongoBleed, is an out-of-bounds memory read vulnerability in MongoDB’s implementation of Zlib message compression. It allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to read limited portions of system memory on MongoDB instances exposed to the internet. The vulnerability […]
bva took on a new client recently which exposed us to a new security platform that we had never seen before. Its always fun to find a new product that hits the mark. Organizations have invested heavily in SIEM, EDR, NDR, IAM and MSSP services, yet breaches persist and SOC teams drown in noisy alerts. […]
Several of our clients are always asking for a laptop that is reliable and has a 10 key pad. This is extremely helpful and common in industries related to accounting and legal. There are a lot of models that address this but many of them are poorly made, too heavy, and too expensive. bva has […]
To reinstall macOS at boot up, follow these steps: Select “Reinstall macOS”: Follow the Prompts: Make sure your Mac is connected to the internet during this process, as the installer may need to download the latest version of macOS.
Resetting an iDRAC (Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller) card on a Dell server can be done in a few ways, depending on the model of your server and the situation. Here are the most common methods: Method 1: Reset via the iDRAC Web Interface Access the iDRAC Web Interface: Navigate to the iDRAC Settings: Reset […]
Changing the keyboard on a Dell XPS 15 involves several steps. Here’s a general guide to help you through the process: Tools You’ll Need: Steps: Power Down and Unplug: Remove the Battery: Open the Laptop: Remove the Bottom Panel: Disconnect the Battery: Locate the Keyboard: Remove the Keyboard Screws: Release the Keyboard: Disconnect the Keyboard […]
Troubleshooting call quality issues with 8×8, a cloud-based communication platform, involves addressing various factors that can affect voice clarity, latency, and overall call experience. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you diagnose and resolve call quality problems: 1. Check Internet Connection Verify Network Stability: Check Bandwidth: Minimize Network Congestion: Run a Speed Test: 2. Optimize […]
To put VMware ESXi into evaluation mode, you need to license it with an evaluation key or enable the evaluation period if you haven’t entered a license key yet. Here’s how you can do it: 1. Install or Upgrade to ESXi If you haven’t installed ESXi yet or if you are running a version with […]
Replacing the battery in a Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (or similar models) involves several steps. Make sure you have the correct replacement battery for your specific model before starting. Here’s a step-by-step guide: Preparation Power Down the Laptop: Unplug the AC Adapter: Gather Tools: Replacing the Battery 1. Access the Battery For X1 Carbon Gen […]