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What Is A Penetration Test
Pentesting

What is a penetration test and why should I get one? A penetration test (aka

New Feature Slack Api
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Experience real-time communication with your penetration test testers during the testing process for enhanced collaboration

New Feature Instant Booking
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Discover OnSecurity’s innovative approach to penetration testing. Our client-collaborative efforts have streamlined booking to just

Pain
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Discover effective strategies to streamline and simplify penetration testing. Learn how to alleviate the complexities

Theteam
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Look into IT Security through the eyes of a pen-tester. We’ll uncover the inner workings

Computer Virus
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Unveiling the origins of the first PC virus prank. Dive into the history of pioneering

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Discover crucial insights on the actively exploited Microsoft zero-day vulnerability. Protect your systems with expert advice and stay ahead of cyber threats.

Blue Banner Image Reads: &Quot;Home Working Rules Change Cloud Security Landscape Forever&Quot;
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Explore how remote working can define an organisation’s agility and crisis response, all while also considering the potential risks associated with the cloud security landscape.

Amazon Enquiry 1
News and Industry Trends

“Online US retail giant Amazon has used its cloud operations to do a deal with the GCHQ, MI5, and MI6, The Financial Times reports.

The Secrets To Googles Security
News and Industry Trends

Google’s very impressive record: Zero successful phishing attacks on a massive workforce of 140,000+ employees. Discover their security success story.

Amazon Enquiry
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Online US retail giant Amazon has used its cloud operations to do a deal with the GCHQ, MI5, and MI6, The

The Secrets To Googles Security
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Catch Of The Week Did you know that Google has never been the victim of a successful phishing attack? Not bad for

Malware
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Sony is a gigantic multipartite corporation that has been prone to multiple different types of hacks, find out why and how they improve their security posture

Password
News and Industry Trends

Explore the risks businesses face with internet-stored data and the prevalent distrust in online security, highlighting the need for robust protection.

File Upload
News and Industry Trends

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

Project Crobat
News and Industry Trends

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
News and Industry Trends

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
News and Industry Trends

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

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News and Industry Trends

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

Linkedin Phone
News and Industry Trends

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
News and Industry Trends

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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Pentesting

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.

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

Sql Union Injection
Pentesting

Discover now how our tester skillfully exploited multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities to extract valuable data from an application’s backend databases.

Banner Image Reads &Quot;Stealing Amazon Ec2 Creds Via Server Side Request Forgery&Quot;
Pentesting

Explore our technique of using Server Side Request Forgery (SSRF) to successfully retrieve EC2 credentials, demonstrating advanced cybersecurity tactics.

Banner Image Reads: &Quot;Error Message And Cloud Access Keys: The Risks Of Exposing Aws Keys&Quot;
Pentesting

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.

Blue Banner Image Reads: Password Reset Bugs: How They Work And The Risks They Pose&Quot; In White Text.
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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.

Banner Image Reads: &Quot;Bypassing Freenium With Client-Side Security Controls&Quot;
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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.

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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.

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Pentesting

Explore Docker’s security aspects: Understand how taking precautions is crucial to avoid vulnerabilities in this widely-used containerization platform.

Cloud Access Keys
Pentesting

Welcome to our Pentest Files blog series. Each blog post will present an interesting or dangerous finding one of our

Computer Pen Test Guide
Pentesting

Because so much of life is carried out online these days, it’s essential that you take all the necessary steps

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Vulnerability scans look for known vulnerabilities in your systems, while penetration tests systemically exploit weaknesses in the architecture. Which is best for your organisation?

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Join Gus, explore advanced techniques for detecting and exploiting SQL Injection vulnerabilities in PostgreSQL-based web applications, ensuring robust security.

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Pentesting

Explore the future of pentest reports as we unveil the next-generation approach. Discover what’s on the horizon for cybersecurity assessments and reporting.

New Feature Online Estimates
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Effortlessly obtain a penetration testing quote online without sales calls. Experience a streamlined, hassle-free process for your cybersecurity needs.

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Smishing, a form of cyber-attack that uses SMS messages to deceive victims, is on the rise. By exploiting human trust,

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Exploring Cloud Security: Risks, Regulations & Remedies. Learn from incidents & strategies for robust cloud protection in an evolving digital landscape.

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Discover how to mitigate financial risks from subdomain takeovers. Learn strategies to safeguard against reputational damage and data breaches.

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Explore SSDLC stages: From planning to deployment. Learn how to secure web apps effectively with OnSecurity’s solutions.

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

How would we define Cybercrime? What do you imagine when you think of a cybercriminal? Do you envision an erratic,

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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

Banner Image Reads &Quot;Typosquatting And The Impact It Can Have On Your Business&Quot;
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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

Essential Cybersecurity Checklist 2023
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

The best practices with OnSecurity’s cyber security checklist 2023. Identify crucial steps to protect data and systems from unauthorised access and threats.

Banner Image Reads: &Quot;What Is A Penetration Test And Why Is It So Important?&Quot;
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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.

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Learn how external vulnerability scanning can support your organisation in achieving operational resilience in this blog.

Blue Banner Image Reads: &Quot;The Best Practices For External Vulnerability Scanning&Quot;
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Delve into an effective external vulnerability scanning strategy and adopt best practices. This guide offers a very comprehensive understanding of the role they play.

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

New report reveals increasing cyber threats to drilling rigs, potentially leading to severe safety incidents. Understand the emerging vulnerabilities.

Blue Image Banner Reads: &Quot;What Is Triple Extortion Ransomware? Here'S What To Look Out For&Quot;
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Here we delve into the evolution of ransomware with OnSecurity’s article on Triple Extortion ransomware tactics that threaten not just data, but a companies reputation

Zero Day
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

CVE-2021-44228: A new high profile zero-day vulnerability affecting large number of Java applications through a vulnerable version of the widely-used library Apache log4j.

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