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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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Learn what adversarial testing is, how red teaming secures AI systems, key attack scenarios,

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Learn GDPR essentials: data protection principles, subject rights, breach management, and compliance tools to safeguard

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Learn how to secure SaaS applications with expert strategies for data protection, access control, compliance,

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Complete guide to cybersecurity risk assessments: identify vulnerabilities, analyse threats, implement controls, and maintain compliance

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Learn what ISO 42001 is, why it matters, and how businesses can implement AI governance,

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Learn how often to conduct cloud penetration testing based on your compliance needs, risk profile

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Build a secure software development cycle: integrate pentesting & shift security left. Guide for security

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Protect patient data in healthcare with essential security measures, pentesting insights, and UK data protection

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Technical debt increases breach risk, slows response, and drives up costs. Learn why security debt

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Discover proactive security testing: prevent breaches before they happen, enhance compliance, and secure AI/LLM systems

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Pentesting

Move beyond one-off pentests. Learn how to build a continuous assurance programme with regular testing,

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Discover how 2-step authentication secures business data from breaches. Compare MFA methods to strengthen your

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Learn how supply chain attacks exploit third-party vulnerabilities and discover essential security measures to safeguard

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Pentesting

Discover what hackers can learn about your business online and how external attack surface discovery

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Pentesting

Discover the types of penetration testing, including network, web, mobile, cloud, API, and social engineering

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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Protect your small business with our 7 essential cybersecurity tips. Learn about employee training, system updates, penetration testing, and MFA to safeguard against cyber threats and financial losses.

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Discover how AI is transforming enterprise cybersecurity with smarter threat detection, proactive defence, and pentest automation.

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Understanding the importance of cybersecurity for SaaS companies. Explore the awareness of threats and proactive measures to safeguard data and systems.

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Duncan Butchart, VP of Sales at OnSecurity, shares insights into his 25-year career journey, the evolution of the cybersecurity industry, and how OnSecurity stands out with its expert team and customer-centric approach.

What Is Quishing In Cybersecurity?
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Learn what quishing is, how it works, and why it’s a major threat to businesses. Protect your data with OnSecurity’s penetration testing services.

What Is A Brute Force Attack In Cyber Security?
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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.

What Is Ransomware? Causes And Prevention Strategies
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Ransomware can cripple businesses by locking critical data and demanding payment. Learn what ransomware is, how it works, and how penetration testing can help prevent attacks.

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Protect your business from phishing scams with these 5 essential tips. Learn how to avoid phishing attacks and safeguard your data from cybercriminals.

Iso27001 Vs Soc-2, Type 2: An Evaluation
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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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Learn the key differences between penetration testing vs. vulnerability scanning. Understand when to use each method for optimal cybersecurity protection.

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From doctor to pentester: Archana Singh’s inspiring journey into cybersecurity shows how passion and resilience can shape new careers.

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Explore the journeys of women in cybersecurity at OnSecurity, with insights from Product Manager Beth Watts on navigating and thriving in tech.

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OnSecurity’s CEO emphasises a merit-based hiring approach, career development, and life/work balance. By nurturing talent, fostering a supportive workplace, and offering flexibility, OnSecurity has boosted productivity and employee satisfaction.

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Learn how Mike Oram, VP of engineering at OnSecurity, taught himself coding, and how to navigate coding in the age of AI.

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Pentesting

Learn how to save time and money on penetration testing with expert tips to balance cost, quality, and security.

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Pentesting

Enhance your security posture with essential practices for effective pentest orchestration. Discover strategies that streamline processes and support your organisation.

What Is Ransomware? Causes And Prevention Strategies
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Ransomware can cripple businesses by locking critical data and demanding payment. Learn what ransomware is, how it works, and how penetration testing can help prevent attacks.

Iso27001 Vs Soc-2, Type 2: An Evaluation
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Uncover the mechanics of ransomware and prevention strategies to safeguard your network against cybercriminal tactics with OnSecurity’s expert insights

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

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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 businesses & Individuals

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.

Abusing Kerberos From Linux
Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Explore Kerberos abuse techniques on Linux with our comprehensive guide. Delve into the available tools and methods for effective Kerberos exploitation.

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Explore the buffer overflow vulnerability in Easy Chat Server 3.1. Gain insights into this security issue and how to successfully these mitigate risks.

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 in this insightful post.

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

Gain insight and learn responsible cURL usage and secure scripting practices in this essential OnSecurity blog on web requests and data transfers. Read now.

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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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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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

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Vulnerabilities & Hacking

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.

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