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Security should be important to everyone. Our blog features articles regarding your business’ security and different aspects to consider.

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What is social engineering? This blog will define what is meant by ‘social engineering’ in

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This post revolves around general analysis, exploitation and discovery of SQL Injection vulnerabilities in app

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Maximise your pentest impact with OnSecurity’s guide on leveraging reports to enhance your security posture

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Join Gus on a deep dive into crafting Jinja2 SSTI payloads from scratch. Explore bypass

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Understand the Power of Secure Code: Enhance Business Security with Proactive Code Audits. Discover vulnerabilities,

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Roles in software engineering are becoming more popular with advances in technology and require a

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Learn about spoofing in cyber security, how it works, common types, and how businesses can

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Learn how OnSecurity evolved from the vision of a few founders to an industry-leading pentest

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Learn how iOS penetration testing uncovers vulnerabilities in your mobile apps, ensuring robust security and

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What are the differences between ISO 27001 and SOC 2, Type 2? How can I

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Ensure your Open Banking APIs meet regulatory standards with robust security testing. Learn key methods,

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Discover the risks of using unsecured WiFi and learn effective strategies to protect your data.

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Discover the top 10 fintech app security vulnerabilities found in 2025, plus practical fixes to

What Is Hashing In Cyber Security?
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Learn the essentials of hashing in cyber security, its importance, and practical applications. Discover how

Penetration Testing Best Practices During Financial Mergers And Acquisitions
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Ensure secure fintech mergers with penetration testing best practices. Learn how to reduce risk, protect

Most Common Pentest Findings
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Understand the most common high-impact penetration testing findings that OnSecurity’s testers discover and the steps to take to remediate them.

Retail Cybersecurity
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Many retailers face rising cyber threats. Discover key challenges and practical solutions to protect systems, data, and customer trust.

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Protect your small business with our 7 essential cybersecurity tips. Learn about employee training, system updates, penetration testing, and MFA to safeguard against cyber threats and financial losses.

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Discover how AI is transforming enterprise cybersecurity with smarter threat detection, proactive defence, and pentest automation.

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Understanding the importance of cybersecurity for SaaS companies. Explore the awareness of threats and proactive measures to safeguard data and systems.

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Duncan Butchart, VP of Sales at OnSecurity, shares insights into his 25-year career journey, the evolution of the cybersecurity industry, and how OnSecurity stands out with its expert team and customer-centric approach.

What Is Quishing In Cybersecurity?
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Learn what quishing is, how it works, and why it’s a major threat to businesses. Protect your data with OnSecurity’s penetration testing services.

What Is A Brute Force Attack In Cyber Security?
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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.

What Is Ransomware? Causes And Prevention Strategies
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Ransomware can cripple businesses by locking critical data and demanding payment. Learn what ransomware is, how it works, and how penetration testing can help prevent attacks.

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Protect your business from phishing scams with these 5 essential tips. Learn how to avoid phishing attacks and safeguard your data from cybercriminals.

Iso27001 Vs Soc-2, Type 2: An Evaluation
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What are the differences between ISO 27001 and SOC 2, Type 2? How can I choose the right cybersecurity framework for my organisation?

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Learn the key differences between penetration testing vs. vulnerability scanning. Understand when to use each method for optimal cybersecurity protection.

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From doctor to pentester: Archana Singh’s inspiring journey into cybersecurity shows how passion and resilience can shape new careers.

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Explore the journeys of women in cybersecurity at OnSecurity, with insights from Product Manager Beth Watts on navigating and thriving in tech.

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OnSecurity’s CEO emphasises a merit-based hiring approach, career development, and life/work balance. By nurturing talent, fostering a supportive workplace, and offering flexibility, OnSecurity has boosted productivity and employee satisfaction.

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Penetration tester Leonard Matara shares key insights on pentest pitfalls, security strategy, and the need for continuous testing.

What Is Quishing In Cybersecurity?
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Learn what quishing is, how it works, and why it’s a major threat to businesses. Protect your data with OnSecurity’s penetration testing services.

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Discover how AI-powered penetration testing enhances traditional methods, boosts efficiency, and strengthens your security posture, combining human expertise with automation for smarter protection.

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Learn how to save time and money on penetration testing with expert tips to balance cost, quality, and security.

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Enhance your security posture with essential practices for effective pentest orchestration. Discover strategies that streamline processes and support your organisation.

What Is Ransomware? Causes And Prevention Strategies
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Ransomware can cripple businesses by locking critical data and demanding payment. Learn what ransomware is, how it works, and how penetration testing can help prevent attacks.

Iso27001 Vs Soc-2, Type 2: An Evaluation
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What are the differences between ISO 27001 and SOC 2, Type 2? How can I choose the right cybersecurity framework for my organisation?

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Learn the key differences between penetration testing vs. vulnerability scanning. Understand when to use each method for optimal cybersecurity protection.

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Discover the differences between ethical hacking and penetration testing, how they protect your business from cyber threats, and when to choose each for security assessments.

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Explore API pen testing, its benefits, common vulnerabilities, and best practices to strengthen your business’s security posture.

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Explore OnSecurity’s services and products for enhancing your organisation’s security posture. Understand the importance of SOC 2 compliance requirements.

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Unravel the essentials of ISO 27001 certification in this blog. Explore critical insights and guidelines for a robust security management system.

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Radar by OnSecurity: an advanced tool for threat intelligence. Learn its role in enhancing security, achieving ISO certifications, and prioritising threats

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Discover how we exploited a SSRF vulnerability in a web application to acquire API credentials and access AWS S3 buckets, showcasing cybersecurity risks.

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Join our unique and growing pen-testing company and showcase your talent. We’re seeking skilled pen-testers who stand out from the crowd, apply here now!

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Explore the rise of social engineering threats. Understand how individuals are manipulated to divulge sensitive information, passwords, and financial details.

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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.

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Protecting the data, valuables and account information related to your business has become even more vital as our workplaces have

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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?

Method Confusion
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Delve into OnSecurity’s research on Go’s server-side template injection vulnerabilities, revealing potential for file reads and RCE exploits. Read more now.

What Is A Zero Day Exploit
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Explore the challenge of vulnerabilities exploited before fixes. Learn how to address security gaps and protect against threats in this insightful discussion.

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Learn 3 essential steps to enhance your cybersecurity posture, and effectively mitigate emerging zero-day vulnerabilities for comprehensive threat protection.

Cyber Attack Malware Virus
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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

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Dive deeper into Spear Phishing, a sophisticated cyber attack targeting specific individuals to gain unauthorized access to confidential data and files.

Cve Hunting In An Open Source Application
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CVE hunting within open-source applications – invaluable insights for identifying vulnerabilities, ensuring robust security in open-source software.

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Learn proactive cyber threat prevention through threat modeling. Discover how to anticipate and mitigate security incidents before they occur with this guide.

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Recruitment companies are a prime target for hackers. We go over the main aspects that recruitment companies should be careful of with their CyberSecurity

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Phishing, a cyber-crime that targets victims through email, has become the most common form of online attack. Hackers will attempt

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Safeguard your inbox against cyber threats. Explore our expert insights on spotting and avoiding phishing attempts to enhance your online security strategy.

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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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