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Marcus Hutchins, a renowned cybersecurity expert, emphasizes that all websites—even static ones—must use SSL/TLS encryption. Contrary to some beliefs, TLS isn’t just for securing login or payment data. It protects both incoming and outgoing data, preventing man-in-the-middle (MITM) attacks where adversaries inject malware, phishing pages, or zero-day exploits into unencrypted traffic.
The NSA famously exploited unencrypted HTTP traffic to deliver exploits. Without HTTPS, attackers can:
– Modify web pages in transit
– Inject malicious scripts
– Distribute fake content (disinformation)
– Exploit browser vulnerabilities
You Should Know: How to Enforce HTTPS
1. Obtain a Free SSL/TLS Certificate
Use Let’s Encrypt (free, automated certificates):
sudo apt install certbot sudo certbot --nginx -d yourdomain.com
(Replace `yourdomain.com` with your actual domain.)
2. Force HTTPS Redirect (Nginx/Apache)
For Nginx:
server {
listen 80;
server_name yourdomain.com;
return 301 https://$host$request_uri;
}
For Apache:
<VirtualHost :80> ServerName yourdomain.com Redirect permanent / https://yourdomain.com/ </VirtualHost>
3. Verify TLS Configuration
Use OpenSSL to check your certificate:
openssl s_client -connect yourdomain.com:443 -servername yourdomain.com | openssl x509 -noout -text
Or test with SSL Labs:
curl https://api.ssllabs.com/api/v3/analyze?host=yourdomain.com
4. Harden TLS Security
Disable weak ciphers in Nginx:
ssl_protocols TLSv1.2 TLSv1.3; ssl_ciphers 'ECDHE-ECDSA-AES256-GCM-SHA384:ECDHE-RSA-AES256-GCM-SHA384'; ssl_prefer_server_ciphers on;
5. Automate Certificate Renewal
Add a cron job for auto-renewal:
0 0 /usr/bin/certbot renew --quiet
What Undercode Say
- HTTP is obsolete—modern threats demand encryption.
- Browsers mark HTTP as “Not Secure”, hurting credibility.
- Zero-trust architecture starts with encrypted connections.
- Even static sites can be weaponized without HTTPS.
Expected Output
A fully HTTPS-enabled website with:
✔ Valid TLS certificate
✔ HTTP → HTTPS redirect
✔ Strong cipher suites
✔ Automated certificate renewal
Prediction
As cyber threats evolve, unencrypted HTTP will disappear entirely, with browsers and regulators enforcing HTTPS by default. Companies ignoring this will face security breaches and reputational damage.
Relevant URL: Let’s Encrypt
References:
Reported By: Malwaretech Rather – Hackers Feeds
Extra Hub: Undercode MoN
Basic Verification: Pass ✅
