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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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

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Pentesting

The critical differences between a penetration test and a vulnerability scan are often misunderstood. While both processes work to protect

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Uncover the mechanics of ransomware and prevention strategies to safeguard your network against cybercriminal tactics with OnSecurity’s expert insights

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Explore the financial implications of data breaches, a frequent occurrence in today’s digital world. Learn about the actual costs behind

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What happened in 2014 when Sony became the victim of an attack? Explore how Wiper malware was deployed and crippled

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Recently I was tasked to conduct an external infrastructure penetration test against a select few IP addresses of a certain

Bob And Alice
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Preventing complacency in testers is crucial to ensuring you have a successful test. Learn about why an alert and proactive

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Get insights into email phishing from an Ethical Hacking Veteran. Learn common tactics with real-world examples and practical tips for

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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

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Discover the challenges of managing extensive database audits and our innovative solution using Elasticsearch, a custom Node tool, and PostgreSQL

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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

Sever Side Template Injection With Jinja2
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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

Gain Access To Burp Collaborator Sessions
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Discover how you use Burpsuite Collaborator persistently for enhanced cybersecurity testing. Now it’s possible to leverage this tool more effectively.

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Discover how AI is transforming cybersecurity. Explore how hackers exploit AI, how defenders fight back, and who holds the upper hand in today’s AI cybersecurity battle

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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.

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Telecommunications providers are prime targets for nation-state actors and advanced persistent threats (APTs) due to their central role in national

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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.

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Explore the rise of AI-generated code in vibe coding, its cybersecurity risks, and how to secure fast, intuitive development without sacrificing safety.

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Explore the rise of AI-generated code in vibe coding, its cybersecurity risks, and how to secure fast, intuitive development without sacrificing safety.

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Enforceable by January 2025, the EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) introduces a landmark EU regulation framework, designed to help

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News and Industry Trends

2024 has been a transformative year for the OnSecurity team, marked by progress and significant milestones. To celebrate the company’s

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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In the blink of an eye, artificial intelligence and emerging technology are shattering the old rules of cybersecurity, rendering traditional

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ISO 27001 and SOC 2, Type 2 are two of the most prominent regulatory frameworks in the cybersecurity industry. While

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Discover what the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) means for cybersecurity in the financial sector. Learn the compliance requirements, and how to prepare with penetration testing.

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

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Conor O’Neill is not your typical CEO. In 2023 he completed an Ironman marathon. He practises archery in his spare

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For National Coding Week, we reached out to some of our software developers at OnSecurity to hear their perspective on

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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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Pentesting

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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Pentesting

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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Pentesting

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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Pentesting

You can now explore the purpose and process of penetration tests (pen-tests), authorised simulated cyber-attacks that assess the security of computer systems.

What Is A Penetration Test
Pentesting

What is a penetration test and why should I get one? A penetration test (aka pen-test), is an authorised simulated

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Pentesting

Discover effective strategies to streamline and simplify penetration testing. Learn how to alleviate the complexities for a more efficient testing process.

What Is A Zero Day Exploit
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Explore the challenge of vulnerabilities exploited before fixes. Learn how to address security gaps and protect against threats in this insightful discussion.

Cyber Attack Malware Virus
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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

6 Ways To Spot A Phishing Email 1
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Craig has delved into his research on CVE-2019-11510, uncovering over 736 vulnerable hosts and sharing insights on this critical cybersecurity threat.

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Do you suspect a phishing attempt? Explore this guide for actionable steps on what to do next. Get assistance in handling potential phishing incidents.

Cve Hunting In An Open Source Application
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

CVE hunting within open-source applications – invaluable insights for identifying vulnerabilities, ensuring robust security in open-source software.

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Recently I was tasked to conduct an external infrastructure penetration test against a select few IP addresses of a certain

Banner Image Reads: &Quot;What Is Ransomware And How Do Hackers Choose Targets?&Quot;
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Uncover the mechanics of ransomware and prevention strategies to safeguard your network against cybercriminal tactics with OnSecurity’s expert insights

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Explore the financial implications of data breaches, a frequent occurrence in today’s digital world. Learn about the actual costs behind a data breach.

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