--- title: "Kannan Balakrishnan R (@khannan2) | Hashnode" description: "Developer & Vulnerability Analyst. Read the latest articles by Kannan Balakrishnan R on Hashnode." url: "https://hashnode.com/@khannan2" --- @khannan2 # Kannan Balakrishnan R @khannan2 · Tamilnadu, India · Joined May 2023 Developer & Vulnerability Analyst ### [Blockchain: Empowering Computer Technologies with Unparalleled Transparency and Security](https://techninjaworld.hashnode.dev/blockchain-empowering-computer-technologies-with-unparalleled-transparency-and-security?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) Introduction: Blockchain technology has emerged as one of the leading technologies in recent years. But why do we need blockchain technology, and why are banks adopting it? Blockchain is a distributed database that records transaction history. This r... 3 min read · [techninjaworld.hashnode.dev](https://techninjaworld.hashnode.dev/blockchain-empowering-computer-technologies-with-unparalleled-transparency-and-security?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) [Jul 11, 2023](https://hashnode.com/posts/blockchain-empowering-computer-technologies-with-unparalleled-transparency-and-security/64ad10f9f8530d24f16f2c2c) ### [Unveiling the Vulnerabilities of Website Payment Gateways: Safeguarding the Payment Ecosystem](https://techninjaworld.hashnode.dev/unveiling-the-vulnerabilities-of-website-payment-gateways-safeguarding-the-payment-ecosystem?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) Introduction The main focus of this article is on the vulnerabilities of website payment gateways. While many websites utilize simple and common payment gateways for their businesses, the question remains: Are these payment gateways secure? Payment g... 4 min read · [techninjaworld.hashnode.dev](https://techninjaworld.hashnode.dev/unveiling-the-vulnerabilities-of-website-payment-gateways-safeguarding-the-payment-ecosystem?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) [Jun 11, 2023](https://hashnode.com/posts/unveiling-the-vulnerabilities-of-website-payment-gateways-safeguarding-the-payment-ecosystem/6485d9d242efaefc94f7e73f) ### [Exploring Kali Linux on Windows: A Guide to Installing and Configuring WSL](https://techninjaworld.hashnode.dev/exploring-kali-linux-on-windows-a-guide-to-installing-and-configuring-wsl?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) Introduction Kali Linux is an indispensable tool for penetration testers and IT security analysts, as well as many other technical enthusiasts who prefer Linux over Windows. However, most people are accustomed to using Windows because of its user-fri... 5 min read · [techninjaworld.hashnode.dev](https://techninjaworld.hashnode.dev/exploring-kali-linux-on-windows-a-guide-to-installing-and-configuring-wsl?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed) [Jun 10, 2023](https://hashnode.com/posts/exploring-kali-linux-on-windows-a-guide-to-installing-and-configuring-wsl/6484e2c34d380cfbcb815741)