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Discover how to mitigate financial risks from subdomain takeovers. Learn strategies to safeguard against reputational damage and data breaches.
Exploring Cloud Security: Risks, Regulations & Remedies. Learn from incidents & strategies for robust cloud protection in an evolving digital
Explore SSDLC stages: From planning to deployment. Learn how to secure web apps effectively with OnSecurity’s solutions.
What is Penetration Testing? Penetration Testing, otherwise known as “pentesting” or ethical hacking, is the beating heart of all good
For National Coding Week, we reached out to some of our software developers at OnSecurity to hear their perspective on
How would we define Cybercrime? What do you imagine when you think of a cybercriminal? Do you envision an erratic,
Conor O’Neill is not your typical CEO. In 2023 he completed an Ironman marathon. He practises archery in his spare
With the rise of remote and flexible work policies, many employees have adopted cafes, libraries, and other public spaces as
Explore OnSecurity’s services and products for enhancing your organization’s security posture. Understand the importance of SOC 2 compliance requirements.
The risks of typosquatting and its implications for online security. Explore cybercriminal tactics, real-world cases, and protective measures for your
Radar by OnSecurity: an advanced tool for threat intelligence. Learn its role in enhancing security, achieving ISO certifications, and prioritizing
Highlighting a critical cybersecurity issue: Unauthorised access is inevitable wherever default credentials are used, underscoring the need for caution.
Discover now how our tester skillfully exploited multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities to extract valuable data from an application’s backend databases.
Learn about the key components of hybrid cloud security and the benefits and challenges of adopting a hybrid cloud environments
Explore the intricacies of this vital framework designed to fortify businesses against diverse cyber threats. Core principles and actionable guidance.
Dive into the alarming rise of Ryuk ransomware since 2018, which has accumulated over $150 million, showcasing its global financial impact and danger.
A compilation of tricks and checks for when a file upload is encountered in an offensive security test.
Unravel the simplicity of gRPC with Project Crobat. Learn to streamline development with gRPC and empower your projects. Dive into our blog for insights!
Delve into the fascinating narrative of how a love letter altered the landscape of computer security perpetually. Uncover this tale of technological evolution.
One of the biggest growing problems in computer security is the growing proliferation of cyberattacks which are far more open and threatening in nature.
The myths surrounding cloud security hesitancy. Gain clarity on common misconceptions and make informed decisions about cloud-based security solutions.
Explore the methods targeting LinkedIn users through phishing scams and gain insights into the everyday tactics used by cybercriminals to exploit you further.
Uncover the latest threat looming over government servers. The newfound vulnerability impacts Microsoft systems, leaving government infrastructures at risk.
Uncovering what went wrong with TravelEx. Investigating ransomware designed to take over the network and block access to file networks.
In this blog we uncover a huge data spill for Wishbone, revealing massive amounts of user data available for malicious actors to share and exploit.
The continued impact of the pandemic has made working from home the new normal, rapidly accelerating digital transformation in companies
We love using Clubhouse to helps us develop our security projects
Launched in 2015, Wishbone is a social networking app that encourages users to have their say in comparisons of everything
What happened in 2014 when Sony became the victim of an attack? Explore how Wiper malware was deployed and crippled the large corporation’s network.
Defend against BlueKeep’s looming threats. Insights on securing systems from potential widespread attacks and common BlueKeep exploits. This blog will help you stay informed of threats.
Discover essential LLM red teaming techniques to secure AI systems. Learn step-by-step frameworks, attack vectors & best practices.
Improve DevOps infrastructure security with post-pentest insights. Learn how to turn findings into action and protect your CI/CD pipeline effectively.
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.
External and internal penetration testing both exist as part of a broader cybersecurity strategy, supporting organisations in pinpointing vulnerabilities through
Firewall penetration testing is a method of locating, scoping, and penetrating a specific firewall to test an organisation’s network infrastructure.
The term “penetration testing” or “pentesting” might be familiar, but the different types available—and how each can enhance your business’s
Sometimes referred to as ‘internal infrastructure tests’, or ‘internal network tests’, internal penetration tests are the backbone of any thorough
Ethical hacking and penetration testing are essential cybersecurity practices that uncover security vulnerabilities by simulating attacks on an organisation’s network.
External penetration testing methodology: what is it and how does it work? External penetration testing is a crucial cybersecurity measure
Cybercriminals are no longer targeting just the big players. In fact, small businesses are firmly in their sights too. With
Cyber threats are evolving, and every business – large or small – faces potential risks. A single vulnerability in your network infrastructure can lead to data breaches, financial losses and reputational damage. Network penetration testing is a proactive approach to uncover and address these vulnerabilities.
Mobile devices are firmly embedded as a huge part of daily life, and therefore making sure Android apps and devices
The risks of typosquatting and its implications for online security. Explore cybercriminal tactics, real-world cases, and protective measures for your brand.
Radar by OnSecurity: an advanced tool for threat intelligence. Learn its role in enhancing security, achieving ISO certifications, and prioritizing threats.
The best practices with OnSecurity’s cyber security checklist 2023. Identify crucial steps to protect data and systems from unauthorised access and threats.
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.
Learn how external vulnerability scanning can support your organisation in achieving operational resilience in this blog.
Delve into an effective external vulnerability scanning strategy and adopt best practices. This guide offers a very comprehensive understanding of the role they play.
New report reveals increasing cyber threats to drilling rigs, potentially leading to severe safety incidents. Understand the emerging vulnerabilities.
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
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.
New research shows the prevalence of email phishing as the top cyber threat, tricking firms into revealing information through reputable sender disguises.
Explore the rise of social engineering threats. Understand how individuals are manipulated to divulge sensitive information, passwords, and financial details.
Protecting the data, valuables and account information related to your business has become even more vital as our workplaces have
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?
Delve into OnSecurity’s research on Go’s server-side template injection vulnerabilities, revealing potential for file reads and RCE exploits. Read more now.
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.
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