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Recently I was tasked to conduct an external infrastructure penetration test against a select few
Preventing complacency in testers is crucial to ensuring you have a successful test. Learn about
Get insights into email phishing from an Ethical Hacking Veteran. Learn common tactics with real-world
Explore the future of pentest reports as we unveil the next-generation approach. Discover what’s on
Discover the challenges of managing extensive database audits and our innovative solution using Elasticsearch, a
A Penetration Testing Pro shows how social engineering works in the real world. Hackers techniques,
Join Gus on a deep dive into crafting Jinja2 SSTI payloads from scratch. Explore bypass
Discover how you use Burpsuite Collaborator persistently for enhanced cybersecurity testing. Now it’s possible to
Join Gus, explore advanced techniques for detecting and exploiting SQL Injection vulnerabilities in PostgreSQL-based web
Effortlessly obtain a penetration testing quote online without sales calls. Experience a streamlined, hassle-free process
Discover the process and insights behind making Rapid7’s Project Sonar accessible and searchable. Explore the
Gain insight and learn responsible cURL usage and secure scripting practices in this essential OnSecurity
Explore the buffer overflow vulnerability in Easy Chat Server 3.1. Gain insights into this security
Defend against BlueKeep’s looming threats. Insights on securing systems from potential widespread attacks and common
Explore Kerberos abuse techniques on Linux with our comprehensive guide. Delve into the available tools
Explore the top penetration testing challenges CISOs face in 2025 and how AI-powered continuous pentesting is reshaping security assurance.
CEO explains his opinion on how AI is transforming cybersecurity. He explores how hackers exploit AI, how defenders fight back, and who holds the upper hand in today’s AI cybersecurity battle
Explore the current cybersecurity AI arms race between hackers and defenders: how it’s being used, who has the edge, and what it means for the future.
Telecommunications providers are prime targets for nation-state actors and advanced persistent threats (APTs) due to their central role in national
Discover how generative AI is transforming cybersecurity for attackers and defenders. Learn the real risks, practical defensive applications, and future trends in AI-powered security.
Explore the rise of AI-generated code in vibe coding, its cybersecurity risks, and how to secure fast, intuitive development without sacrificing safety.
Explore the rise of AI-generated code in vibe coding, its cybersecurity risks, and how to secure fast, intuitive development without sacrificing safety.
Enforceable by January 2025, the EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) introduces a landmark EU regulation framework, designed to help
2024 has been a transformative year for the OnSecurity team, marked by progress and significant milestones. To celebrate the company’s
Many retailers face rising cyber threats. Discover key challenges and practical solutions to protect systems, data, and customer trust.
In the blink of an eye, artificial intelligence and emerging technology are shattering the old rules of cybersecurity, rendering traditional
ISO 27001 and SOC 2, Type 2 are two of the most prominent regulatory frameworks in the cybersecurity industry. While
Discover what the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) means for cybersecurity in the financial sector. Learn the compliance requirements, and how to prepare with penetration testing.
With the rise of remote and flexible work policies, many employees have adopted cafes, libraries, and other public spaces as
Conor O’Neill is not your typical CEO. In 2023 he completed an Ironman marathon. He practises archery in his spare
Explore Docker’s security aspects: Understand how taking precautions is crucial to avoid vulnerabilities in this widely-used containerization platform.
Explore our technique of using Server Side Request Forgery (SSRF) to successfully retrieve EC2 credentials, demonstrating advanced cybersecurity tactics.
Unveiling the risks of exposing cloud acces keys – particularly in reference to AWS (amazon web services) keys. This article shares a real example from a recent pen test conducted by our expert testers.
Here Tristan demonstrates how to reset any user’s password by altering the password reset functionality, revealing a crucial cybersecurity vulnerability responsible for password reset bugs and consequential exploits.
Discover how one of our pentesters found that client-side security controls hadn’t been enabled in our customer’s target application, allowing them to access features reserved for paying customers, as well as how we fixed it.
Penetration testing is a mostly manual process carried out by experienced consultants, using some of the same methods and tools a real hacker would. You decide on the scope of your test with your consultant, set your target, and your tester will get to work attempting to breach it. This blog will explore the importance of pentesting for businesses and how to begin.
A simple bug in the ‘forgotten password’ and password reset mechanism led to a malicious takeover of an entire target application. Find out how this was fixed and secured.
Welcome to our Pentest Files blog series. Each blog post will present an interesting or dangerous finding one of our
Because so much of life is carried out online these days, it’s essential that you take all the necessary steps
Vulnerability scans look for known vulnerabilities in your systems, while penetration tests systemically exploit weaknesses in the architecture. Which is best for your organisation?
Join Gus, explore advanced techniques for detecting and exploiting SQL Injection vulnerabilities in PostgreSQL-based web applications, ensuring robust security.
Explore the future of pentest reports as we unveil the next-generation approach. Discover what’s on the horizon for cybersecurity assessments and reporting.
Effortlessly obtain a penetration testing quote online without sales calls. Experience a streamlined, hassle-free process for your cybersecurity needs.
This post revolves around general analysis, exploitation and discovery of SQL Injection vulnerabilities in app using the Postgres DMBS. We
Maximise your pentest impact with OnSecurity’s guide on leveraging reports to enhance your security posture and confidently and quickly share results
Discover the challenges of managing extensive database audits and our innovative solution using Elasticsearch, a custom Node tool, and PostgreSQL triggers.
Find out why you need to protect your business against zero-click malware. Discover the best ways to defend your business against attacks.
Learn what MFA fatigue is, why it poses a security risk, and discover practical steps businesses can take to prevent and mitigate it effectively.
Learn how to build effective cybersecurity policies for your small business. Practical steps to protect data, ensure compliance & reduce risks.
Discover how enterprise businesses can tackle remote working cybersecurity risks with pentesting, clear policies, and training.
Discover 5 effective ways to protect your business from deepfake scams, including employee training, testing processes, and AI-generated content detection.
Learn about brute force attacks in cyber security, how they work, types, signs to watch for, and ways to protect systems from unauthorised access and potential data breaches.
Explore the intricacies of this vital framework designed to fortify businesses against diverse cyber threats. Core principles and actionable guidance.
Phishing emails are very common. They are spam emails that land in your inbox or junk folder that imitate a real-life, well-known company (or even someone you may know) and ask you to provide them with sensitive information. Be it usernames, passwords or card details, these cybercriminals will aim to get what they need to ‘hack’ you further and can cause many issues including financial loss.
What is Email Phishing a Definition ‘Phishing’ is a cyberattack in which email is the weapon. Victims are tricked into
Protect your startup from threat with 7 key security tips. Expert insights to fortify your business against cyber threats and protect your startup’s IT
Explore these practical cybersecurity steps with OnSecurity’s guide. Make digital safety simple with seven effective measures to protect against hackers
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