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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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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

How would we define Cybercrime? What do you imagine when you think of a cybercriminal?

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News and Industry Trends

Conor O’Neill is not your typical CEO. In 2023 he completed an Ironman marathon. He

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With the rise of remote and flexible work policies, many employees have adopted cafes, libraries,

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Explore OnSecurity’s services and products for enhancing your organization’s security posture. Understand the importance of

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The risks of typosquatting and its implications for online security. Explore cybercriminal tactics, real-world cases,

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Radar by OnSecurity: an advanced tool for threat intelligence. Learn its role in enhancing security,

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Pentesting

Highlighting a critical cybersecurity issue: Unauthorised access is inevitable wherever default credentials are used, underscoring

Sql Union Injection
Pentesting

Discover now how our tester skillfully exploited multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities to extract valuable data

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Learn about the key components of hybrid cloud security and the benefits and challenges of

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Pentesting

Cloud-native security systems are transforming the way businesses protect their digital assets. Built for the

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Uncover strategies for recognizing impending phishing attacks. This post details our proactive approach in warning

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Here Tristan demonstrates how to reset any user’s password by altering the password reset functionality,

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Unveiling the risks of exposing cloud acces keys – particularly in reference to AWS (amazon

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Explore our technique of using Server Side Request Forgery (SSRF) to successfully retrieve EC2 credentials,

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Explore Docker’s security aspects: Understand how taking precautions is crucial to avoid vulnerabilities in this

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The myths surrounding cloud security hesitancy. Gain clarity on common misconceptions and make informed decisions about cloud-based security solutions.

Linkedin Phone
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Explore the methods targeting LinkedIn users through phishing scams and gain insights into the everyday tactics used by cybercriminals to exploit you further.

Computer Hackers
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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.

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Dive into the alarming rise of Ryuk ransomware since 2018, which has accumulated over $150 million, showcasing its global financial impact and danger.

File Upload
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A compilation of tricks and checks for when a file upload is encountered in an offensive security test.

Project Crobat
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Unravel the simplicity of gRPC with Project Crobat. Learn to streamline development with gRPC and empower your projects. Dive into our blog for insights!

I Love You Binary
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Delve into the fascinating narrative of how a love letter altered the landscape of computer security perpetually. Uncover this tale of technological evolution.

Ransomware Virus
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One of the biggest growing problems in computer security is the growing proliferation of cyberattacks which are far more open and threatening in nature.

Cybercriminal Bitcoin Burglars
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Uncover the latest threat looming over government servers. The newfound vulnerability impacts Microsoft systems, leaving government infrastructures at risk.

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Uncovering what went wrong with TravelEx. Investigating ransomware designed to take over the network and block access to file networks.

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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.

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The continued impact of the pandemic has made working from home the new normal, rapidly accelerating digital transformation in companies

Tools We Love Clubhouse
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We love using Clubhouse to helps us develop our security projects

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Launched in 2015, Wishbone is a social networking app that encourages users to have their say in comparisons of everything

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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.

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Join Gus on a deep dive into crafting Jinja2 SSTI payloads from scratch. Explore bypass methods and various exploitation techniques in this insightful post.

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Understand the Power of Secure Code: Enhance Business Security with Proactive Code Audits. Discover vulnerabilities, ensure compliance, and build trust.

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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

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Learn about spoofing in cyber security, how it works, common types, and how businesses can detect and protect against this growing cyber threat.

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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.

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Learn how iOS penetration testing uncovers vulnerabilities in your mobile apps, ensuring robust security and protecting user data on Apple devices.

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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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Ensure your Open Banking APIs meet regulatory standards with robust security testing. Learn key methods, risks, and compliance best practices.

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Discover the top 10 fintech app security vulnerabilities found in 2025, plus practical fixes to help your team improve security and reduce cyber risk.

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 it protects data integrity—read more now!

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 data, and support due diligence during M&A deals.

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Pentesting

Discover how often different industries may need to complete penetration testing to keep their businesses secure. Uncover which factors affect pentesting frequency.

Cost Of A Retail Data Breach
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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.

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.

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Pentesting

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.

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

A Penetration Testing Pro shows how social engineering works in the real world. Hackers techniques, real-life examples and practical tips on staying safe.

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Find out why you need to protect your business against zero-click malware. Discover the best ways to defend your business against attacks.

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Learn what MFA fatigue is, why it poses a security risk, and discover practical steps businesses can take to prevent and mitigate it effectively.

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Learn how to build effective cybersecurity policies for your small business. Practical steps to protect data, ensure compliance & reduce risks.

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Discover how enterprise businesses can tackle remote working cybersecurity risks with pentesting, clear policies, and training.

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Discover 5 effective ways to protect your business from deepfake scams, including employee training, testing processes, and AI-generated content detection.

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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.

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Explore the intricacies of this vital framework designed to fortify businesses against diverse cyber threats. Core principles and actionable guidance.

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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.

Email Phishing
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

What is Email Phishing a Definition ‘Phishing’ is a cyberattack in which email is the weapon. Victims are tricked into

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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

Back To Basics Make Yourself More Secure
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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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