eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Penetration testing: Regularly simulate cyberattacks through penetration testing to identify exploitable vulnerabilities in the system. Companies can stay ahead of evolving threats by evaluating current defenses and ensuring compliance with industry standards like NIST or CIP.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 24, 2025

eWPTX – a highly respected certification that is 100% practical and validates the advanced skills necessary to conduct in-depth penetration tests on modern web applications. CompTIA Security+ an entry-to-intermediate level certification establishing core security skills and knowledge, often a baseline for IT staff.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 10, 2025

They can enhance their defenses against cyberattacks by implementing the following strategies: Regular security assessments: Conduct frequent vulnerability and penetration testing to identify and address potential security weaknesses.

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 30, 2025

Regular Security Audits and Penetration Testing Any good spread betting platform does not wait for hackers to strike before they look for weaknesses that can be exploited.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 27, 2025

For me, it has been very valuable in refining my penetration testing, cloud security, and threat analysis skills. INE solves the problem of accessible, hands-on security training with structured learning paths and real-world labs, says SOC Analyst Sai Tharun K. It helps bridge the gap between theory and practical skills.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

For instance, penetration testing simulates potential attacks, allowing you to assess your response capabilities. Conduct Regular Security Audits & Vulnerability Assessments Security audits and vulnerability assessments can identify weak points in your organization’s defenses before attackers do.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

To mitigate these risks, water utilities should: Prioritize cybersecurity: Implement robust cybersecurity practices, including regular vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and employee training. "Water is no exception." Collaborate with industry peers: Share information and best practices to enhance collective security.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Multi-factor authentication: Implement multi-factor authentication for administration and privileged users to enhance access control and prevent unauthorized entry.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 1, 2024

According to prosecutors, M-13 offered penetration testing and “advanced persistent threat (APT) emulation.” A passport photo of Klyushin. Image: USDOJ. Klyushin is the owner of M-13 , a Russian technology company that contracts with the Russian government.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 1, 2024

According to prosecutors, M-13 offered penetration testing and “advanced persistent threat (APT) emulation.” A passport photo of Klyushin. Image: USDOJ. Klyushin is the owner of M-13 , a Russian technology company that contracts with the Russian government.

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Adam Shostack

JANUARY 2, 2025

Acme has heard angry complaints about these problems, and now pays a lot for penetration testing. Chuck and Acme didnt realize that road runners only survive in this crazy world because of their mad skills now including compromising mobile apps. They get lots of ugly findings when they think theyre ready to ship.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 17, 2025

This doesn't just apply to the food and beverage industry; every organization undergoing digital transformation should conduct regular penetration tests and thorough third-party vendor reviews to identify vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.

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Webroot

DECEMBER 16, 2024

MSPs can access additional services like penetration testing, vulnerability management, and custom incident response plans as needed, with simple, integrated billing through OpenText’s Secure Cloud Platform. This flexibility allows you to scale your MSPs cybersecurity services as your business grows.

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Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Netcraft’s latest research details HookBot, a sophisticated Android-based banking Trojan that’s steadily advancing its footprint in the cybercrime world.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 22, 2025

In this entry, lets focus on test day itselfand how to maximize the educational, financial, and professional value of the OSCP exam experience. OffSec has gone to great lengths to make the OSCP a realistic simulation of a black-box penetration test; however, to ensure fair grading and timely results, it comes with inherent limitations.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 24, 2025

Daily Automated Vulnerability Scanning & Periodic Penetration Testing Automated Scanning: Use tools like Nessus, Qualys, or open-source alternatives to run daily vulnerability scans. This isnt about perfect testing every dayits about catching new issues as soon as they appear.

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Jane Frankland

MARCH 8, 2025

As the first women owned penetration testing provider in the UK some 28-years ago, Ive researched, campaigned, written, spoken and stepped up as a visible role model, always presenting the business case. For nearly a decade, we’ve heard the same discussion in cybersecurity circles about the gender diversity problem.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 18, 2025

Annual security audits, penetration tests, and biannual vulnerability scans. Implementation of MFA for all systems handling PHI. Stricter requirements for identity verification and authentication across all patient touchpoints. Contingency plans for restoring data within 72 hours during incidents.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 21, 2025

Implement a system for regular testing and evaluation, which should include: Vulnerability Scans: Regularly scan your network and systems for vulnerabilities. Penetration Testing: Conduct periodic penetration tests to simulate cyberattacks and identify potential weaknesses.

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Hacker's King

APRIL 26, 2025

Kali NetHunter is one of the most powerful mobile penetration testing platforms. Built on top of Kali Linux, it transforms your Android device into a portable hacking powerhouse, offering a range of tools for cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts.

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Centraleyes

APRIL 28, 2025

Prescient Security (Best for PCI DSS Compliance Audits and Vulnerability Assessments) Prescient Security provides businesses with expert-led PCI DSS compliance audits and penetration testing , offering a deep dive into your compliance readiness. Their assessments provide actionable insights to improve security.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Staying prepared To develop the corporate security system, consider launching a bug bounty program, organizing regular penetration tests and red team exercises, and conducting the previously mentioned cybersecurity awareness training and anti-phishing exercises.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Examples of focus areas covered feature penetration testing and performing threat assessments, aiding individuals to better defend against cyberattacks. The CEH certification cost includes training and the exam and it starts at $2,199. You'll be required to pass an exam and the cost exceeds $1,600, according to Coursera.

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Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Security researcher Gergely Kalman has detailed a high-severity vulnerability in Apple’s MallocStackLogging framework that could allow attackers to gain local privilege escalation (LPE) on macOS systems.

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Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

A high-severity vulnerability (CVE-2024-11477) has been discovered in the popular file archiver 7-Zip, potentially allowing attackers to execute malicious code on vulnerable systems. The flaw, identified by Nicholas Zubrisky of... The post CVE-2024-11477: 7-Zip Vulnerability Allows Remote Code Execution, Update Now!

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OCTOBER 23, 2024

Fortinet has issued a security advisory for its FortiManager platform, addressing a critical vulnerability—CVE-2024-47575—which has been actively exploited in the wild. This vulnerability, rated at CVSS 9.8, arises from a... The post Fortinet Warns of Actively Exploited Flaw in FortiManager: CVE-2024-47575 (CVSS 9.8)

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Penetration Testing

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Security researcher Angelboy (@scwuaptx) with DEVCORE has identified a privilege escalation vulnerability in Microsoft’s Kernel Streaming service. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-30090 and assigned a CVSS score of 7.0,

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DECEMBER 8, 2024

A critical use-after-free vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-38193, has been discovered in the afd.sys Windows driver. This vulnerability, with a CVSS score of 7.8,

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024

A critical security vulnerability, CVE-2024-52301, has been identified in the Laravel framework, a popular web application framework known for its elegant syntax and comprehensive toolset for building robust applications.

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Penetration Testing

OCTOBER 29, 2024

A new critical vulnerability has been discovered in CyberPanel, a popular open-source web hosting control panel, by security researcher DreyAnd.

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Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

CVE-2024-47533 exposes Cobbler servers to unauthorized access and control, enabling attackers to manipulate system configurations.

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APRIL 9, 2025

Invariant Labs has disclosed a critical vulnerability in the Model Context Protocol (MCP) that enables what they call Tool Poisoning Attacks (TPAs) a class of threats that may allow sensitive data exfiltration, AI behavior hijacking, and even remote code execution via seemingly benign tools used by AI agents.

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Penetration Testing

OCTOBER 30, 2024

In a recent discovery, ESET researchers unveiled “CloudScout,” a sophisticated cyberespionage toolset employed by the advanced persistent threat (APT) group called Evasive Panda.

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Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Palo Alto Networks has issued a security advisory warning of a vulnerability in its GlobalProtect app that could allow attackers to install malicious software on endpoints.

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Penetration Testing

OCTOBER 30, 2024

In a thrilling showdown at the recent Pwn2Own Ireland 2024 hacking competition, white hat hackers YingMuo (@YingMuo), in collaboration with the DEVCORE Internship Program, successfully exploited a critical zero-day vulnerability... The post CVE-2024-50387: Critical QNAP Flaw Exploited in Hacking Contest, Patch Now!

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Penetration Testing

APRIL 9, 2025

A critical vulnerability in the popular WordPress automation plugin SureTriggers has exposed over 100,000 sites to the risk of unauthenticated administrative account creation, potentially allowing full site takeover. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-3102 with a CVSS score of 8.1,

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Penetration Testing

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Veeam Software, a prominent provider of backup and disaster recovery solutions, has released urgent security updates to address two critical vulnerabilities in its Service Provider Console (VSPC). One of these... The post CVE-2024-42448 (CVSS 9.9): Critical RCE Vulnerability in Veeam VSPC appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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