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Improve DevOps infrastructure security with post-pentest insights. Learn how to turn findings into action and
Explore the current cybersecurity AI arms race between hackers and defenders: how it’s being used,
Discover cloud security strategies for fintech AWS and Azure deployments in OnSecurity’s latest blog
Mobile application penetration testing is a critical component of any organisation with a mobile app
Outdated software and operating systems can leave your business vulnerable to cyberattacks, with potentially devastating
Telecommunications providers are prime targets for nation-state actors and advanced persistent threats (APTs) due to
Discover how generative AI is transforming cybersecurity for attackers and defenders. Learn the real risks,
Explore the rise of AI-generated code in vibe coding, its cybersecurity risks, and how to
Explore the rise of AI-generated code in vibe coding, its cybersecurity risks, and how to
Learn how to integrate penetration testing into CI/CD pipelines seamlessly. Expert tips for balancing speed
Smishing, a form of cyber-attack that uses SMS messages to deceive victims, is on the
Mobile devices are firmly embedded as a huge part of daily life, and therefore making
Cyber threats are evolving, and every business – large or small – faces potential risks.
Cybercriminals are no longer targeting just the big players. In fact, small businesses are firmly
External penetration testing methodology: what is it and how does it work? External penetration testing
A computer hacker in the US was able to gain access to the water system of Oldsmar in Florida and successfully increased the amount of sodium hydroxide.
Dive into the alarming rise of Ryuk ransomware since 2018, which has accumulated over $150 million, showcasing its global financial impact and danger.
Uncover the latest threat looming over government servers. The newfound vulnerability impacts Microsoft systems, leaving government infrastructures at risk.
The continued impact of the pandemic has made working from home the new normal, rapidly accelerating digital transformation in companies
We love using Clubhouse to helps us develop our security projects
Launched in 2015, Wishbone is a social networking app that encourages users to have their say in comparisons of everything
Uncovering what went wrong with TravelEx. Investigating ransomware designed to take over the network and block access to file networks.
In this blog we uncover a huge data spill for Wishbone, revealing massive amounts of user data available for malicious actors to share and exploit.
What happened in 2014 when Sony became the victim of an attack? Explore how Wiper malware was deployed and crippled the large corporation’s network.
Defend against BlueKeep’s looming threats. Insights on securing systems from potential widespread attacks and common BlueKeep exploits. This blog will help you stay informed of threats.
Preventing complacency in testers is crucial to ensuring you have a successful test. Learn about why an alert and proactive testing approach is essential.
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.
Mobile devices are firmly embedded as a huge part of daily life, and therefore making sure Android apps and devices
Maximise your pentest impact with OnSecurity’s guide on leveraging reports to enhance your security posture and confidently and quickly share results
What is Penetration Testing? Penetration Testing, otherwise known as “pentesting” or ethical hacking, is the beating heart of all good
Explore OnSecurity’s services and products for enhancing your organization’s security posture. Understand the importance of SOC 2 compliance requirements.
Discover now how our tester skillfully exploited multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities to extract valuable data from an application’s backend databases.
Cloud-native security systems are transforming the way businesses protect their digital assets. Built for the cloud, these systems offer dynamic and scalable solutions to defend against evolving threats. In this blog, we’ll explore what cloud-native security systems are and why they’re essential for modern businesses.
Highlighting a critical cybersecurity issue: Unauthorised access is inevitable wherever default credentials are used, underscoring the need for caution.
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.
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.
Welcome to our Pentest Files blog series. Each blog post will present an interesting or dangerous finding one of our
Get insights into email phishing from an Ethical Hacking Veteran. Learn common tactics with real-world examples and practical tips for businesses & Individuals
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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