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What is a penetration test and why should I get one? A penetration test (aka
Experience real-time communication with your penetration test testers during the testing process for enhanced collaboration
Discover OnSecurity’s innovative approach to penetration testing. Our client-collaborative efforts have streamlined booking to just
Discover effective strategies to streamline and simplify penetration testing. Learn how to alleviate the complexities
Look into IT Security through the eyes of a pen-tester. We’ll uncover the inner workings
Unveiling the origins of the first PC virus prank. Dive into the history of pioneering
Discover what an ISMS is and how it enhances your organisation’s information security. Read our clear guide to implement effective management systems.
Tom Keyte reflects on five years at OnSecurity- from infrastructure wins to security lessons, and how his role evolved beyond just writing code.
The EU AI Act sets strict rules for AI providers and users. Learn who it applies to, key risk categories, compliance steps, and what businesses must do to prepare.
OnSecurity secures award highlighting the breakthrough year of growth, innovation and AI-augmented cybersecurity
Discover the top emerging AI security risks in 2026, including AI-driven phishing, autonomous agents, model attacks, shadow AI, and governance gaps.
Build a proactive cybersecurity culture. Learn how CISOs can drive lasting behavioural change, boost awareness, and reduce cyber risks
Turn penetration test results into action. Follow this step-by-step remediation checklist to fix vulnerabilities and boost security.
Learn 9 key cybersecurity metrics boards care about to prove ROI, reduce risk, and align security with business goals.
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.
Highlighting a critical cybersecurity issue: Unauthorised access is inevitable wherever default credentials are used, underscoring the need for caution.
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.
Explore OnSecurity’s services and products for enhancing your organization’s security posture. Understand the importance of SOC 2 compliance requirements.
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.
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.
Welcome to our Pentest Files blog series. Each blog post will present an interesting or dangerous finding one of our
Because so much of life is carried out online these days, it’s essential that you take all the necessary steps
Vulnerability scans look for known vulnerabilities in your systems, while penetration tests systemically exploit weaknesses in the architecture. Which is best for your organisation?
Effortlessly obtain a penetration testing quote online without sales calls. Experience a streamlined, hassle-free process for your cybersecurity needs.
Join Gus, explore advanced techniques for detecting and exploiting SQL Injection vulnerabilities in PostgreSQL-based web applications, ensuring robust security.
Explore the future of pentest reports as we unveil the next-generation approach. Discover what’s on the horizon for cybersecurity assessments and reporting.
What is social engineering? This blog will define what is meant by ‘social engineering’ in cybersecurity, providing a breakdown of the behavioural techniques that cybercriminals use to manipulate their victims into giving up confidential information or allowing hackers access to secure areas.
Discover the challenges of managing extensive database audits and our innovative solution using Elasticsearch, a custom Node tool, and PostgreSQL triggers.
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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