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Move beyond one-off pentests. Learn how to build a continuous assurance programme with regular testing,
Discover how 2-step authentication secures business data from breaches. Compare MFA methods to strengthen your
Learn how supply chain attacks exploit third-party vulnerabilities and discover essential security measures to safeguard
Discover what hackers can learn about your business online and how external attack surface discovery
Discover the types of penetration testing, including network, web, mobile, cloud, API, and social engineering
Build a strong human firewall with effective security awareness training. Learn how to prevent social
Explore the pros and cons of public and private cloud computing to determine the best
Discover what an internal infrastructure test reveals about your systems. Gain insights to enhance security
If you’re running self-hosted GitHub Actions runners on AWS EC2, there’s a critical timing vulnerability
Discover what an ISMS is and how it enhances your organisation’s information security. Read our
Tom Keyte reflects on five years at OnSecurity- from infrastructure wins to security lessons, and
Discover the key differences between vulnerability assessment and penetration testing, and learn which approach is
Discover essential tools to efficiently assess your website’s vulnerabilities and enhance your website security, with
Discover what ISO 27001 entails and how it can enhance your information security. Read our
The EU AI Act sets strict rules for AI providers and users. Learn who it
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
Join Gus on a deep dive into crafting Jinja2 SSTI payloads from scratch. Explore bypass methods and various exploitation techniques in this insightful post.
Understand the Power of Secure Code: Enhance Business Security with Proactive Code Audits. Discover vulnerabilities, ensure compliance, and build trust.
Roles in software engineering are becoming more popular with advances in technology and require a key set of skills. Here we run through how to become a software engineer
Learn about spoofing in cyber security, how it works, common types, and how businesses can detect and protect against this growing cyber threat.
Learn how OnSecurity evolved from the vision of a few founders to an industry-leading pentest provider, as shared by one of its founding members.
Learn how iOS penetration testing uncovers vulnerabilities in your mobile apps, ensuring robust security and protecting user data on Apple devices.
What are the differences between ISO 27001 and SOC 2, Type 2? How can I choose the right cybersecurity framework for my organisation?
Ensure your Open Banking APIs meet regulatory standards with robust security testing. Learn key methods, risks, and compliance best practices.
Discover the top 10 fintech app security vulnerabilities found in 2025, plus practical fixes to help your team improve security and reduce cyber risk.
Learn the essentials of hashing in cyber security, its importance, and practical applications. Discover how it protects data integrity—read more now!
Ensure secure fintech mergers with penetration testing best practices. Learn how to reduce risk, protect data, and support due diligence during M&A deals.
Discover how often different industries may need to complete penetration testing to keep their businesses secure. Uncover which factors affect pentesting frequency.
Discover the true cost of a retail data breach and why regular penetration testing is a smart, ROI-positive investment, not just a compliance requirement.
Understand the most common high-impact penetration testing findings that OnSecurity’s testers discover and the steps to take to remediate them.
Discover the top 5 CREST-accredited penetration testing service providers in the UK, and find out what sets them apart. Uncover the best penetration testing services for your business.
This post explores each of the initial compromise methods for the TryHackMe x HackerOne CTF. Diving into the web security flaws and PHP tricks abused to gain access to the host webserver.
Protecting the data, valuables and account information related to your business has become even more vital as our workplaces have
Apple claims that its Mac computers are well protected by in-built antivirus features, and there is no need to worry about extra security – how true is this?
Delve into OnSecurity’s research on Go’s server-side template injection vulnerabilities, revealing potential for file reads and RCE exploits. Read more now.
Explore the challenge of vulnerabilities exploited before fixes. Learn how to address security gaps and protect against threats in this insightful discussion.
Learn 3 essential steps to enhance your cybersecurity posture, and effectively mitigate emerging zero-day vulnerabilities for comprehensive threat protection.
Here you can discover the history and impact of MyDoom, the fastest spreading and most damaging computer virus to date, on OnSecurity’s informative blog post
Explore the rise of social engineering threats. Understand how individuals are manipulated to divulge sensitive information, passwords, and financial details.
Dive deeper into Spear Phishing, a sophisticated cyber attack targeting specific individuals to gain unauthorized access to confidential data and files.
CVE hunting within open-source applications – invaluable insights for identifying vulnerabilities, ensuring robust security in open-source software.
Learn proactive cyber threat prevention through threat modeling. Discover how to anticipate and mitigate security incidents before they occur with this guide.
Recruitment companies are a prime target for hackers. We go over the main aspects that recruitment companies should be careful of with their CyberSecurity
Phishing, a cyber-crime that targets victims through email, has become the most common form of online attack. Hackers will attempt
Safeguard your inbox against cyber threats. Explore our expert insights on spotting and avoiding phishing attempts to enhance your online security strategy.
7 effective strategies to improve your company’s security. Discover actionable steps to fortify your defences against cyber threats and safeguard your business.
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