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Compliance and Security: An Overview of PCI DSS for Penetration Testing

It is important for all company who use credit card as their payment to comply with PCI DSS. Especially since this standard is design to protect the cardholder’s data which is very sensitive and...

Blind Spots: An Introduction to Black Box Testing in Penetration Testing

If you want to do penetration testing that is more realistic, then you might want to use black box testing method. With this method you will be able simulate the attack using the attacker’s POV which...

What is Zero Trust Security: A Comprehensive Beginner’s Guide

TL;DR Cybersecurity threats continue to grow, with the cost of cybercrime expected to reach $10.5 trillion by 2025. To combat this, organizations are turning to new security models like Zero Trust...

8 Free SIEM Tools For Cyber Security Analyst

Cyber attacks can result in significant financial losses, damage to reputation, and even legal consequences. As a result, it’s essential for organizations to have a robust and effective security...

5 Stages of a Web Malware Attack

Have you ever heard of a web malware attack? If not, then you’ve come to the right place. In this blog post, we will be discussing the five stages of a web malware attack. First, let’s...

Dont be a Victim: 15 Types of Cyber Attacks You Need to Know

Digital devices and the internet have made our lives more comfortable, but they also pose a threat to our data security. Cyber attacks are becoming more prevalent, and this article will discuss the...

24 search engine tools for pentester

As technology advances, so do the methods of cyber attacks. This is where penetration testing, or pentesting, comes into play. Pentesting is a simulated cyber attack that helps organizations identify...

Hacking made easy: An Introduction to Metasploit Penetration Testing Tool

By using Metasploit you will be able to identify vulnerabilities which often used to hack your network. Thus, it is important to find it first beforehand so you can mitigate these vulnerabilities and...

Achieving SOC 2 Certification: How to Prepare for the Audit

Many of us can relate to the feeling of being tasked with preparing for a SOC 2 audit after being informed by a business partner or customer. It can be a daunting experience as you strive to create a...