The advent of technology has brought about new ways for cybercriminals to exploit the vulnerabilities that exist in our networks and systems. That is why, according to OWASP, “the world needs a robust set of guidelines to help organizations mitigate these risks.” Introduction The Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) is a worldwide not-for-profit organization...
Introduction The thick client penetration testing tools are used in the penetration testing process of thick client applications that involve both local and server-side processing and are often conducted using proprietary protocols. The attack surface of thick client applications can be extremely large, which can make thick client testing a very exciting endeavor for pentesters....
Introduction: API stands for Application programming interface; API penetration testing is used to identify the vulnerabilities and the security flows that could be used by the attacker and eliminate them before they can be exploited. API vulnerabilities are the same as the other vulnerabilities found in any other system or device, in short, API vulnerabilities...
Introduction Any program that is installed locally on a user’s desktop/laptop is considered a thick client application. These programs are feature-rich and can run without being connected to the Internet. Examples of thick client programs include web browsers, computer games, and music players. The architecture of Thick client applications: There are mainly two types of...
Dozens of firms are introducing SOC for MSPs as many small MSPs cannot afford to construct their own security operations centers. The trend towards SOCaaS has grown in recent years which has led to reducing monitoring overhead from MSPs enabling them to deliver their security commitments in a more eased and secure manner. Let’s deep...
Before we review the comparison between internal penetration testing vs external penetration testing, let’s understand what penetration testing is. Penetration testing is performed to check the security of a system, sometimes people confuse pen testing with a vulnerability assessment. Penetration testing is an unreal cyberattack that is performed to measure the system response and to...
Cyber hygiene services have become an integral part of technology usage in our lives, as cyberattacks or threats have become a matter of concern. To prevent these threats, it is necessary to focus on security hygiene around our digital lives. In this blog, we’ll try to provide some informative knowledge about cyber hygiene and why maintaining this...
The red team vs pen test debate has been going on all along. As the cybersecurity landscape extends, organizations are faced with the task of choosing the most appropriate security assessment for their business. We often hear Penetration testing and red teaming being used interchangeably, but in fact, they are two different things. In this...
Connectivity is at its peak these days with the evolution of wearables and innovations in appliances almost every house is becoming a smart home. Many houses have been converted to smart homes with smart networking and centralized control. With many IoT devices in use, it becomes essential to protect IoT devices at home. Somewhere this...
Data is the most valuable thing today and the information shared over social media counts for your data and presence over the internet. The information shared over social media can become a tool for cybercriminals to target you. Thus it becomes crucial to limit the information shared over various social media platforms and perform periodic...
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