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A simple bug in the ‘forgotten password’ and password reset mechanism led to a malicious

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Penetration testing is a mostly manual process carried out by experienced consultants, using some of

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Discover how one of our pentesters found that client-side security controls hadn’t been enabled in

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Here we delve into the evolution of ransomware with OnSecurity’s article on Triple Extortion ransomware

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Delve into an effective external vulnerability scanning strategy and adopt best practices. This guide offers

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News and Industry Trends

Discover why over half of UK businesses are hiring CISOs to combat cyber threats, with

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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

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Explore how remote working can define an organisation’s agility and crisis response, all while also

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News and Industry Trends

Discover crucial insights on the actively exploited Microsoft zero-day vulnerability. Protect your systems with expert

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News and Industry Trends

Stay informed with the latest strategies tackling cybercrime as governments announce robust plans. Dive into

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Microsoft email servers are being targeted by hackers after a series of vulnerabilities were detailed

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Holyrood reports on the UK Government’s £700,000 fund initiative to expand the cyber security sector,

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

CVE-2021-44228: A new high profile zero-day vulnerability affecting large number of Java applications through

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News and Industry Trends

Sony is a gigantic multipartite corporation that has been prone to multiple different types of

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Discover what an ISMS is and how it enhances your organisation’s information security. Read our clear guide to implement effective management systems.

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News and Industry Trends

Tom Keyte reflects on five years at OnSecurity- from infrastructure wins to security lessons, and how his role evolved beyond just writing code.

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News and Industry Trends

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 Business Of The Year Awards
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OnSecurity secures award highlighting the breakthrough year of growth, innovation and AI-augmented cybersecurity

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Discover the top emerging AI security risks in 2026, including AI-driven phishing, autonomous agents, model attacks, shadow AI, and governance gaps.

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Build a proactive cybersecurity culture. Learn how CISOs can drive lasting behavioural change, boost awareness, and reduce cyber risks

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Turn penetration test results into action. Follow this step-by-step remediation checklist to fix vulnerabilities and boost security.

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Learn 9 key cybersecurity metrics boards care about to prove ROI, reduce risk, and align security with business goals.

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News and Industry Trends

Explore the top penetration testing challenges CISOs face in 2025 and how AI-powered continuous pentesting is reshaping security assurance.

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News and Industry Trends

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

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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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News and Industry Trends

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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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

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.

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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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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Apple claims that its Mac computers are well protected by in-built antivirus features, and there is no need to worry about extra security – how true is this?

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

This post explores each of the initial compromise methods for the TryHackMe x HackerOne CTF. Diving into the web security flaws and PHP tricks abused to gain access to the host webserver.

Method Confusion
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Delve into OnSecurity’s research on Go’s server-side template injection vulnerabilities, revealing potential for file reads and RCE exploits. Read more now.

Laptop Hacker Money Padlock
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Learn 3 essential steps to enhance your cybersecurity posture, and effectively mitigate emerging zero-day vulnerabilities for comprehensive threat protection.

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

Protecting the data, valuables and account information related to your business has become even more vital as our workplaces have

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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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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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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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