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#25 #2025 #BlackMetal #DownfallOfGaia #FinnishMetal #MånenSkaLysaDinVäg #May25 #Oathbreaker #PostBlackMetal #PostHardcore #PostMetal #postPunk #ProstheticRecords #Review #Reviews #SvartaHavet #Unfurl

By Kenstrosity

Hailing from Turku, Finland, post-hardcore/blackened post-punk activists Svarta Havet boast a passionate mission statement focused on denouncing fascism; raising connected communities; advocating queer, feminist, and transgender rights and justice; rejecting late-stage capitalist values and recognizing their wide reaching damages to society and the planet; and supporting animal rights. Oftentimes, material dealing with these ideals in the heavy music space trend towards the cynical, hopeless, and bitter perspectives. Those are all valid emotional responses of course, but for Svarta Havet, the primary message is one of hope. These Finns truly believe humanity can turn it around, and make the right choices together to one day repair our connection to ourselves as human beings, to the Earth as stewards of its land and inseparable members of the greater ecosystem, and to our communities as social creatures who thrive together and not apart.

It’s this message that drew me to Svarta Havet, at Steel’s recommendation, having never heard a note of their music before. What I beheld in their sophomore record, Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg, is exactly what my promo says on the tin. Post-punk and post-hardcore, with a blackened char. Comparisons to Oathbreaker, Unfurl, and early Downfall of Gaia fit right at home within Svarta Havet’s, albeit more stripped-down interpretation of the style. Building bridges between airy atmosphere and driven, punky attitudes, Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg boasts a variety of moods, textures, and tempos to help enliven each of its tight 37 minutes. At the same time, it sports a bleak, monochromatic tone that grounds its lively performances inside the reality of our world. With this intriguing formula, Svarta Havet achieve a sound rooted in the trials and tribulations of society in the current era while the fire of change, of hope, and of a deep yearning for a better tomorrow roils just underfoot.

Because Svarta Havet designed Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg to deliver hopeful, motivating messaging to its audience, I understood why many of these songs aren’t as aggressive, depressive, or explosive as my aforementioned reference points. When “Härlig Är Jorden” implements a slower, more deliberate motif as its primary structure right after opener “Göm Dig” lays across the landscape its blackened post-punk blade, the intent is clear. Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg is a record for those who wish to listen with an active, open mind, separated from the primal need for relentless riffs and uncompromising violence. As “Avgrunden” and later MENA-influenced cut “Djur” raise themselves above the horizon with looming, overcast moods and textured leads, the grim reality of the world is placed firmly in the foreground. However, interspersed within those themes, a counterpoint of inspirational, almost exuberant tremolos and ascendant atmospheric blooms belie that spirit which is unwilling to yield to the shadows. “Göm Dig” and “Alla Stover” stoke that fire with the most riff-centric material Svarta Havet have to offer in this installment, brimming with a lively swagger and a punky attitude. In this back-and-forth, Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg succeeds in its mission of finding the light in a world that’s lost its way.

The main roadblock to making this record stand out more is one of balance in its compositions. Too often, passages which establish their purpose and achieve their desired effect within the first minute or two extend far past that point, which compromises their impact (“Härlig Är Jorden,” “Ditt Rike”). Sometimes this detrimental quality comes about in the form of a heavy reliance on baseline repetition. Other times, it manifests in a meandering passage whose resolution doesn’t always justify the wait. In other areas, Svarta Havet’s heavier passages can seem overly busy when placed as they are next to more thoughtful pieces (particularly the chorus to “Alla Stover”). Another byproduct of the imbalance Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg carries, the most memorable material leaves very little room for the in-betweens to make a lasting impression. I easily recall “Djur” for its doom-laden riffs and hypnotic depiction of those scenes of war that devastate the same animal ecosystems to which we all intrinsically belong, but I can’t remember a note of its sequel “Under Staden.” This is especially conflicting as “Under Staden” is arguably the more important of the two to Svarta Havet’s mission, spotlighting the remarkable resilience we see in nature, particularly in animals and insects, within sprawling artificial developments.

When the dust settles, and Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg heaves its last blackened breath, I find myself torn. I love the intent and passion Svarta Havet instilled within their sophomore album, and I think this style of music beautifully fits the prompt. However, I yearn to feel an unbridled enthusiasm for Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg that keeps me coming back for more without a second thought. Instead, I feel a respectable excitement for what Svarta Havet might do to develop their material further going forward. So I wait, on the edge of my seat, to hear what they do next.

Rating: Mixed
DR: 7 | Format Reviewed: 320 kb/s mp3
Label: Prosthetic Records
Website: facebook.com/svartahafvet
Releases Worldwide: May 9th, 2025

#blackmetal #downfallofgaia #finnishmetal #manenskalysadinvag #may25 #oathbreaker

Angry Metal Guy @[email protected] · 2025-05-09 · 19:04 UTC

#25 #2025 #BlackMetal #DownfallOfGaia #FinnishMetal #MånenSkaLysaDinVäg #May25 #Oathbreaker #PostBlackMetal #PostHardcore #PostMetal #postPunk #ProstheticRecords #Review #Reviews #SvartaHavet #Unfurl

By Kenstrosity

Hailing from Turku, Finland, post-hardcore/blackened post-punk activists Svarta Havet boast a passionate mission statement focused on denouncing fascism; raising connected communities; advocating queer, feminist, and transgender rights and justice; rejecting late-stage capitalist values and recognizing their wide reaching damages to society and the planet; and supporting animal rights. Oftentimes, material dealing with these ideals in the heavy music space trend towards the cynical, hopeless, and bitter perspectives. Those are all valid emotional responses of course, but for Svarta Havet, the primary message is one of hope. These Finns truly believe humanity can turn it around, and make the right choices together to one day repair our connection to ourselves as human beings, to the Earth as stewards of its land and inseparable members of the greater ecosystem, and to our communities as social creatures who thrive together and not apart.

It’s this message that drew me to Svarta Havet, at Steel’s recommendation, having never heard a note of their music before. What I beheld in their sophomore record, Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg, is exactly what my promo says on the tin. Post-punk and post-hardcore, with a blackened char. Comparisons to Oathbreaker, Unfurl, and early Downfall of Gaia fit right at home within Svarta Havet’s, albeit more stripped-down interpretation of the style. Building bridges between airy atmosphere and driven, punky attitudes, Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg boasts a variety of moods, textures, and tempos to help enliven each of its tight 37 minutes. At the same time, it sports a bleak, monochromatic tone that grounds its lively performances inside the reality of our world. With this intriguing formula, Svarta Havet achieve a sound rooted in the trials and tribulations of society in the current era while the fire of change, of hope, and of a deep yearning for a better tomorrow roils just underfoot.

Because Svarta Havet designed Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg to deliver hopeful, motivating messaging to its audience, I understood why many of these songs aren’t as aggressive, depressive, or explosive as my aforementioned reference points. When “Härlig Är Jorden” implements a slower, more deliberate motif as its primary structure right after opener “Göm Dig” lays across the landscape its blackened post-punk blade, the intent is clear. Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg is a record for those who wish to listen with an active, open mind, separated from the primal need for relentless riffs and uncompromising violence. As “Avgrunden” and later MENA-influenced cut “Djur” raise themselves above the horizon with looming, overcast moods and textured leads, the grim reality of the world is placed firmly in the foreground. However, interspersed within those themes, a counterpoint of inspirational, almost exuberant tremolos and ascendant atmospheric blooms belie that spirit which is unwilling to yield to the shadows. “Göm Dig” and “Alla Stover” stoke that fire with the most riff-centric material Svarta Havet have to offer in this installment, brimming with a lively swagger and a punky attitude. In this back-and-forth, Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg succeeds in its mission of finding the light in a world that’s lost its way.

The main roadblock to making this record stand out more is one of balance in its compositions. Too often, passages which establish their purpose and achieve their desired effect within the first minute or two extend far past that point, which compromises their impact (“Härlig Är Jorden,” “Ditt Rike”). Sometimes this detrimental quality comes about in the form of a heavy reliance on baseline repetition. Other times, it manifests in a meandering passage whose resolution doesn’t always justify the wait. In other areas, Svarta Havet’s heavier passages can seem overly busy when placed as they are next to more thoughtful pieces (particularly the chorus to “Alla Stover”). Another byproduct of the imbalance Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg carries, the most memorable material leaves very little room for the in-betweens to make a lasting impression. I easily recall “Djur” for its doom-laden riffs and hypnotic depiction of those scenes of war that devastate the same animal ecosystems to which we all intrinsically belong, but I can’t remember a note of its sequel “Under Staden.” This is especially conflicting as “Under Staden” is arguably the more important of the two to Svarta Havet’s mission, spotlighting the remarkable resilience we see in nature, particularly in animals and insects, within sprawling artificial developments.

When the dust settles, and Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg heaves its last blackened breath, I find myself torn. I love the intent and passion Svarta Havet instilled within their sophomore album, and I think this style of music beautifully fits the prompt. However, I yearn to feel an unbridled enthusiasm for Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg that keeps me coming back for more without a second thought. Instead, I feel a respectable excitement for what Svarta Havet might do to develop their material further going forward. So I wait, on the edge of my seat, to hear what they do next.

Rating: Mixed
DR: 7 | Format Reviewed: 320 kb/s mp3
Label: Prosthetic Records
Website: facebook.com/svartahafvet
Releases Worldwide: May 9th, 2025

#blackmetal #downfallofgaia #finnishmetal #manenskalysadinvag #may25 #oathbreaker

Angry Metal Guy @[email protected] · 2025-05-09 · 19:04 UTC

#25 #2025 #BlackMetal #DownfallOfGaia #FinnishMetal #MånenSkaLysaDinVäg #May25 #Oathbreaker #PostBlackMetal #PostHardcore #PostMetal #postPunk #ProstheticRecords #Review #Reviews #SvartaHavet #Unfurl

By Kenstrosity

Hailing from Turku, Finland, post-hardcore/blackened post-punk activists Svarta Havet boast a passionate mission statement focused on denouncing fascism; raising connected communities; advocating queer, feminist, and transgender rights and justice; rejecting late-stage capitalist values and recognizing their wide reaching damages to society and the planet; and supporting animal rights. Oftentimes, material dealing with these ideals in the heavy music space trend towards the cynical, hopeless, and bitter perspectives. Those are all valid emotional responses of course, but for Svarta Havet, the primary message is one of hope. These Finns truly believe humanity can turn it around, and make the right choices together to one day repair our connection to ourselves as human beings, to the Earth as stewards of its land and inseparable members of the greater ecosystem, and to our communities as social creatures who thrive together and not apart.

It’s this message that drew me to Svarta Havet, at Steel’s recommendation, having never heard a note of their music before. What I beheld in their sophomore record, Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg, is exactly what my promo says on the tin. Post-punk and post-hardcore, with a blackened char. Comparisons to Oathbreaker, Unfurl, and early Downfall of Gaia fit right at home within Svarta Havet’s, albeit more stripped-down interpretation of the style. Building bridges between airy atmosphere and driven, punky attitudes, Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg boasts a variety of moods, textures, and tempos to help enliven each of its tight 37 minutes. At the same time, it sports a bleak, monochromatic tone that grounds its lively performances inside the reality of our world. With this intriguing formula, Svarta Havet achieve a sound rooted in the trials and tribulations of society in the current era while the fire of change, of hope, and of a deep yearning for a better tomorrow roils just underfoot.

Because Svarta Havet designed Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg to deliver hopeful, motivating messaging to its audience, I understood why many of these songs aren’t as aggressive, depressive, or explosive as my aforementioned reference points. When “Härlig Är Jorden” implements a slower, more deliberate motif as its primary structure right after opener “Göm Dig” lays across the landscape its blackened post-punk blade, the intent is clear. Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg is a record for those who wish to listen with an active, open mind, separated from the primal need for relentless riffs and uncompromising violence. As “Avgrunden” and later MENA-influenced cut “Djur” raise themselves above the horizon with looming, overcast moods and textured leads, the grim reality of the world is placed firmly in the foreground. However, interspersed within those themes, a counterpoint of inspirational, almost exuberant tremolos and ascendant atmospheric blooms belie that spirit which is unwilling to yield to the shadows. “Göm Dig” and “Alla Stover” stoke that fire with the most riff-centric material Svarta Havet have to offer in this installment, brimming with a lively swagger and a punky attitude. In this back-and-forth, Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg succeeds in its mission of finding the light in a world that’s lost its way.

The main roadblock to making this record stand out more is one of balance in its compositions. Too often, passages which establish their purpose and achieve their desired effect within the first minute or two extend far past that point, which compromises their impact (“Härlig Är Jorden,” “Ditt Rike”). Sometimes this detrimental quality comes about in the form of a heavy reliance on baseline repetition. Other times, it manifests in a meandering passage whose resolution doesn’t always justify the wait. In other areas, Svarta Havet’s heavier passages can seem overly busy when placed as they are next to more thoughtful pieces (particularly the chorus to “Alla Stover”). Another byproduct of the imbalance Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg carries, the most memorable material leaves very little room for the in-betweens to make a lasting impression. I easily recall “Djur” for its doom-laden riffs and hypnotic depiction of those scenes of war that devastate the same animal ecosystems to which we all intrinsically belong, but I can’t remember a note of its sequel “Under Staden.” This is especially conflicting as “Under Staden” is arguably the more important of the two to Svarta Havet’s mission, spotlighting the remarkable resilience we see in nature, particularly in animals and insects, within sprawling artificial developments.

When the dust settles, and Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg heaves its last blackened breath, I find myself torn. I love the intent and passion Svarta Havet instilled within their sophomore album, and I think this style of music beautifully fits the prompt. However, I yearn to feel an unbridled enthusiasm for Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg that keeps me coming back for more without a second thought. Instead, I feel a respectable excitement for what Svarta Havet might do to develop their material further going forward. So I wait, on the edge of my seat, to hear what they do next.

Rating: Mixed
DR: 7 | Format Reviewed: 320 kb/s mp3
Label: Prosthetic Records
Website: facebook.com/svartahafvet
Releases Worldwide: May 9th, 2025

#unfurl #svartahavet #reviews #review #prostheticrecords #postpunk

Angry Metal Guy @[email protected] · 2025-05-09 · 19:04 UTC

#25 #2025 #BlackMetal #DownfallOfGaia #FinnishMetal #MånenSkaLysaDinVäg #May25 #Oathbreaker #PostBlackMetal #PostHardcore #PostMetal #postPunk #ProstheticRecords #Review #Reviews #SvartaHavet #Unfurl

By Kenstrosity

Hailing from Turku, Finland, post-hardcore/blackened post-punk activists Svarta Havet boast a passionate mission statement focused on denouncing fascism; raising connected communities; advocating queer, feminist, and transgender rights and justice; rejecting late-stage capitalist values and recognizing their wide reaching damages to society and the planet; and supporting animal rights. Oftentimes, material dealing with these ideals in the heavy music space trend towards the cynical, hopeless, and bitter perspectives. Those are all valid emotional responses of course, but for Svarta Havet, the primary message is one of hope. These Finns truly believe humanity can turn it around, and make the right choices together to one day repair our connection to ourselves as human beings, to the Earth as stewards of its land and inseparable members of the greater ecosystem, and to our communities as social creatures who thrive together and not apart.

It’s this message that drew me to Svarta Havet, at Steel’s recommendation, having never heard a note of their music before. What I beheld in their sophomore record, Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg, is exactly what my promo says on the tin. Post-punk and post-hardcore, with a blackened char. Comparisons to Oathbreaker, Unfurl, and early Downfall of Gaia fit right at home within Svarta Havet’s, albeit more stripped-down interpretation of the style. Building bridges between airy atmosphere and driven, punky attitudes, Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg boasts a variety of moods, textures, and tempos to help enliven each of its tight 37 minutes. At the same time, it sports a bleak, monochromatic tone that grounds its lively performances inside the reality of our world. With this intriguing formula, Svarta Havet achieve a sound rooted in the trials and tribulations of society in the current era while the fire of change, of hope, and of a deep yearning for a better tomorrow roils just underfoot.

Because Svarta Havet designed Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg to deliver hopeful, motivating messaging to its audience, I understood why many of these songs aren’t as aggressive, depressive, or explosive as my aforementioned reference points. When “Härlig Är Jorden” implements a slower, more deliberate motif as its primary structure right after opener “Göm Dig” lays across the landscape its blackened post-punk blade, the intent is clear. Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg is a record for those who wish to listen with an active, open mind, separated from the primal need for relentless riffs and uncompromising violence. As “Avgrunden” and later MENA-influenced cut “Djur” raise themselves above the horizon with looming, overcast moods and textured leads, the grim reality of the world is placed firmly in the foreground. However, interspersed within those themes, a counterpoint of inspirational, almost exuberant tremolos and ascendant atmospheric blooms belie that spirit which is unwilling to yield to the shadows. “Göm Dig” and “Alla Stover” stoke that fire with the most riff-centric material Svarta Havet have to offer in this installment, brimming with a lively swagger and a punky attitude. In this back-and-forth, Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg succeeds in its mission of finding the light in a world that’s lost its way.

The main roadblock to making this record stand out more is one of balance in its compositions. Too often, passages which establish their purpose and achieve their desired effect within the first minute or two extend far past that point, which compromises their impact (“Härlig Är Jorden,” “Ditt Rike”). Sometimes this detrimental quality comes about in the form of a heavy reliance on baseline repetition. Other times, it manifests in a meandering passage whose resolution doesn’t always justify the wait. In other areas, Svarta Havet’s heavier passages can seem overly busy when placed as they are next to more thoughtful pieces (particularly the chorus to “Alla Stover”). Another byproduct of the imbalance Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg carries, the most memorable material leaves very little room for the in-betweens to make a lasting impression. I easily recall “Djur” for its doom-laden riffs and hypnotic depiction of those scenes of war that devastate the same animal ecosystems to which we all intrinsically belong, but I can’t remember a note of its sequel “Under Staden.” This is especially conflicting as “Under Staden” is arguably the more important of the two to Svarta Havet’s mission, spotlighting the remarkable resilience we see in nature, particularly in animals and insects, within sprawling artificial developments.

When the dust settles, and Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg heaves its last blackened breath, I find myself torn. I love the intent and passion Svarta Havet instilled within their sophomore album, and I think this style of music beautifully fits the prompt. However, I yearn to feel an unbridled enthusiasm for Månen Ska Lysa Din Väg that keeps me coming back for more without a second thought. Instead, I feel a respectable excitement for what Svarta Havet might do to develop their material further going forward. So I wait, on the edge of my seat, to hear what they do next.

Rating: Mixed
DR: 7 | Format Reviewed: 320 kb/s mp3
Label: Prosthetic Records
Website: facebook.com/svartahafvet
Releases Worldwide: May 9th, 2025

#blackmetal #downfallofgaia #finnishmetal #manenskalysadinvag #may25 #oathbreaker

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2025-01-13 · 17:26 UTC

Over the winter holiday, I was watching Netflix's Carry-On and got a bit nerd-sniped by a real Google Search URL on-screen... and then proceeded to "authenticate" it.

https://dfir.blog/authenticating-screenshots-from-netflix-carry-on-movie/

#DFIR #OSINT #Unfurl #Netflix

#dfir #osint #unfurl #netflix

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2025-01-13 · 17:26 UTC

Over the winter holiday, I was watching Netflix's Carry-On and got a bit nerd-sniped by a real Google Search URL on-screen... and then proceeded to "authenticate" it.

https://dfir.blog/authenticating-screenshots-from-netflix-carry-on-movie/

#DFIR #OSINT #Unfurl #Netflix

#dfir #osint #unfurl #netflix

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-29 · 13:30 UTC

Another new Unfurl feature is parsing DoH (DNS over HTTPS) requests! I haven't run into these often in URLs, but hey, it's nice that Unfurl can parse them for you if you do!

Example: https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=https://dnsserver.example.net/dns-query?dns=AAABAAABAAAAAAAAA3d3dwdleGFtcGxlA2NvbQAAAQAB

Example: https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=https://dnsserver.example.net/dns-query?dns=AAABAAABAAAAAAAAA3d3dwdleGFtcGxlA2NvbQAAAQAB

#dfir #unfurl #osint

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-29 · 13:30 UTC

Another new Unfurl feature is parsing DoH (DNS over HTTPS) requests! I haven't run into these often in URLs, but hey, it's nice that Unfurl can parse them for you if you do!

#dfir #unfurl #osint

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-28 · 13:30 UTC

Unfurl can parse JSON Web Tokens!

At the highest level, JWTs have three parts: header, payload, and signature. Unfurl first splits a #JWT into those three components, then base64-decodes the header and payload, then parses the resulting JSON objects. While Unfurl could parse all that in one step, it does it in three steps to keep with the "show your work" spirit of the tool.

Here's an example: https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJsb2dnZWRJbkFzIjoiYWRtaW4iLCJpYXQiOjE0MjI3Nzk2Mzh9.gzSraSYS8EXBxLN_oWnFSRgCzcmJmMjLiuyu5CSpyHI

#jwt #dfir #unfurl #osint

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-28 · 13:30 UTC

Unfurl can parse JSON Web Tokens!

At the highest level, JWTs have three parts: header, payload, and signature. Unfurl first splits a #JWT into those three components, then base64-decodes the header and payload, then parses the resulting JSON objects. While Unfurl could parse all that in one step, it does it in three steps to keep with the "show your work" spirit of the tool.

Here's an example: https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJsb2dnZWRJbkFzIjoiYWRtaW4iLCJpYXQiOjE0MjI3Nzk2Mzh9.gzSraSYS8EXBxLN_oWnFSRgCzcmJmMjLiuyu5CSpyHI

#jwt #dfir #unfurl #osint

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-27 · 14:30 UTC

A new Unfurl release is here! v2023.09 adds new features and some fixes. The release adds:
🔹 Parsing of JWTs (JSON Web Tokens)
🔹 Parsing of DoH (DNS over HTTPS) URLs
🔹 More recognized #Mastodon servers

Blog post with more details: https://dfir.blog/unfurl-parsing-jwt-and-doh/

#mastodon #dfir #unfurl #osint

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-27 · 14:30 UTC

A new Unfurl release is here! v2023.09 adds new features and some fixes. The release adds:
🔹 Parsing of JWTs (JSON Web Tokens)
🔹 Parsing of DoH (DNS over HTTPS) URLs
🔹 More recognized #Mastodon servers

Blog post with more details: https://dfir.blog/unfurl-parsing-jwt-and-doh/

#mastodon #dfir #unfurl #osint

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-18 · 14:30 UTC

ULID (Universally Unique Lexicographically Sortable Identifier) is another ❄️-like timestamp (and Unfurl 🌿 can extract the timestamp from them).

Example: 01ARZ3NDEKTSV4RRFFQ69G5FAV

ULID Features:
🔹 Sortable
🔹 26 chars vs UUID's 36
🔹 Larger timestamp range

🔗 ULID Spec: https://github.com/ulid/spec
🔗 Unfurl example: https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=01ARZ3NDEKTSV4RRFFQ69G5FAV

#dfir #unfurl

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-18 · 14:30 UTC

ULID (Universally Unique Lexicographically Sortable Identifier) is another ❄️-like timestamp (and Unfurl 🌿 can extract the timestamp from them).

Example: 01ARZ3NDEKTSV4RRFFQ69G5FAV

ULID Features:
🔹 Sortable
🔹 26 chars vs UUID's 36
🔹 Larger timestamp range

🔗 ULID Spec: https://github.com/ulid/spec
🔗 Unfurl example: https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=01ARZ3NDEKTSV4RRFFQ69G5FAV

Unfurl: https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=https://repository-images.githubusercontent.com/219613650/92534a80-17ab-11ea-9217-fe06f144cdb2?width=441&height=110

#dfir #unfurl

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-15 · 13:30 UTC

Why do we care about timestamps embedded in UUIDs?

A UUIDv1 timestamp often correlates with when the object it represents was created. Extracting this timestamp gives us another point in our timeline (or just more context).

For example, the timestamp from the UUID in this GitHub image = time of image upload ⏰

Unfurl: https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=https://repository-images.githubusercontent.com/219613650/92534a80-17ab-11ea-9217-fe06f144cdb2?width=441&height=110

#dfir #osint #unfurl

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-15 · 13:30 UTC

Why do we care about timestamps embedded in UUIDs?

A UUIDv1 timestamp often correlates with when the object it represents was created. Extracting this timestamp gives us another point in our timeline (or just more context).

For example, the timestamp from the UUID in this GitHub image = time of image upload ⏰

#dfir #osint #unfurl

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-14 · 13:30 UTC

UUIDv1 has a timestamp & node ID, which can be the MAC address of the machine it was generated on (or random; it depends 🤷‍♂️).

Unfurl 🌿 can extract the timestamp & node ID from a UUIDv1 and look up the vendor if it's a real MAC address.

Unfurl example: https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=a28cad70-0d73-11ea-aaef-0800200c9a66

#Unfurl #DFIR #OSINT

#unfurl #dfir #osint

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-12 · 13:30 UTC

Discord is a chat app, but it can send files as attachments too.

File attachment URLs are different from Message URLs, but still contain interesting info. They look like:

https://cdn[.]discordapp[.]com/attachments/622136585277931532/663421350353829929/unfurl.png

We can tell when a file was uploaded to Discord, just from its URL, by looking at the timestamp in the File ID (2nd snowflake ❄️):

Unfurl example: https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/622136585277931532/663421350353829929/unfurl.png

#Discord #DFIR #Unfurl #OSINT

#discord #dfir #unfurl #osint

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-11 · 13:30 UTC

Another service with timestamps embedded in IDs is #Discord.

A typical Discord message URL contains three IDs, and thus three timestamps. We can extract when the server, channel, and message were created ⏰.

Unfurl example: https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=https://discordapp.com/channels/427876741990711298/537760691302563843/643183730227281931
Discord reference: https://discord.com/developers/docs/reference#snowflakes

#discord #dfir #unfurl

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-09-11 · 13:30 UTC

Another service with timestamps embedded in IDs is #Discord.

A typical Discord message URL contains three IDs, and thus three timestamps. We can extract when the server, channel, and message were created ⏰.

Unfurl example: https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=https://discordapp.com/channels/427876741990711298/537760691302563843/643183730227281931
Discord reference: https://discord.com/developers/docs/reference#snowflakes

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#discord #dfir #unfurl

Alexis Brignoni :python: :donor: @[email protected] · 2023-09-08 · 02:34 UTC

Learn how to break down URLs for digital forensics cases using Ryan Benson's Unfurl tool. Our latest podcast episode explores this vital tool, discusses Apple's CSAM debate, and much more!

#ForensicTools #Unfurl #DigitalForensics #MobileForensics

#forensictools #unfurl #digitalforensics #mobileforensics

Alexis Brignoni :python: :donor: @[email protected] · 2023-09-08 · 02:34 UTC

Learn how to break down URLs for digital forensics cases using Ryan Benson's Unfurl tool. Our latest podcast episode explores this vital tool, discusses Apple's CSAM debate, and much more!

https://digitalforensicsnow.buzzsprout.com/

#ForensicTools #Unfurl #DigitalForensics #MobileForensics

#forensictools #unfurl #digitalforensics #mobileforensics

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-08-31 · 13:37 UTC

Toots and tweets aren't the only IDs with embedded timestamps... #TikTok IDs have them too!

TikTok uses these IDs in many places - to uniquely identify videos, accounts, and more. This means if you have the ID for any of these, you can tell when it was generated. For a video, that's effectively when it was posted, and for an account, that's when it was created.

And since this is all contained within the ID itself (no APIs or external lookups required), it works just as well for deleted or private items!

If you'd like to learn more, I wrote a peer-reviewed paper on this topic ("Tinkering with TikTok Timestamps") at the DFIR Review:
🔗 https://dfir.pubpub.org/pub/9llea7yp/release/1

And of course, Unfurl can parse TikTok IDs as well:
🔗 https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=https://www.tiktok.com/@billnye/video/6854717870488702213?lang=en

#tiktok #dfir #osint #unfurl

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-08-31 · 13:37 UTC

Toots and tweets aren't the only IDs with embedded timestamps... #TikTok IDs have them too!

TikTok uses these IDs in many places - to uniquely identify videos, accounts, and more. This means if you have the ID for any of these, you can tell when it was generated. For a video, that's effectively when it was posted, and for an account, that's when it was created.

And since this is all contained within the ID itself (no APIs or external lookups required), it works just as well for deleted or private items!

If you'd like to learn more, I wrote a peer-reviewed paper on this topic ("Tinkering with TikTok Timestamps") at the DFIR Review:
🔗 https://dfir.pubpub.org/pub/9llea7yp/release/1

And of course, Unfurl can parse TikTok IDs as well:
🔗 https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=https://www.tiktok.com/@billnye/video/6854717870488702213?lang=en

🔗 https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=https://infosec.exchange/@RyanDFIR/110968271932496136

#tiktok #dfir #osint #unfurl

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-08-29 · 15:49 UTC

A useful thing for analysis of #Twitter activity was that each tweet has the time in was created embedded in the ID - and #Unfurl can extract it!

Like tweets, #Mastodon IDs also have embedded timestamps in them, and Unfurl can parse them:

This means that as long as you have the URL of the tweet/toot, you can determine when it was posted - even if it has been deleted or made private!

#DFIR #OSINT

#twitter #unfurl #mastodon #dfir #osint

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-08-29 · 15:49 UTC

A useful thing for analysis of #Twitter activity was that each tweet has the time in was created embedded in the ID - and #Unfurl can extract it!

Like tweets, #Mastodon IDs also have embedded timestamps in them, and Unfurl can parse them:

🔗 https://dfir.blog/unfurl/?url=https://infosec.exchange/@RyanDFIR/110968271932496136

This means that as long as you have the URL of the tweet/toot, you can determine when it was posted - even if it has been deleted or made private!

#DFIR #OSINT

#twitter #unfurl #mastodon #dfir #osint

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-08-28 · 16:50 UTC

Here's a fun example showing Unfurl parsing a link from a #Substack email. It features:
🇺 - Separating the URL into its components
🔗 - Expanding a shortlink
UU - Identifying a UUID
❄️ - Extracting a timestamp from a #Twitter ID (snowflake)
@ - Explaining a Twitter URL parameter
👀 - Explaining common analytics parameters
🕓 - Decoding a timestamp to human-readable form

There's more in there, too! It's amazing how much can be extracted from a URL!

#substack #twitter #dfir #osint #unfurl

RyanDFIR @[email protected] · 2023-08-28 · 16:50 UTC

Here's a fun example showing Unfurl parsing a link from a #Substack email. It features:
🇺 - Separating the URL into its components
🔗 - Expanding a shortlink
UU - Identifying a UUID
❄️ - Extracting a timestamp from a #Twitter ID (snowflake)
@ - Explaining a Twitter URL parameter
👀 - Explaining common analytics parameters
🕓 - Decoding a timestamp to human-readable form

There's more in there, too! It's amazing how much can be extracted from a URL!