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9 Best Penetration Testing Tools for 2022

eSecurity Planet

A penetration test , or pen test, is the simulation of a cyber attack. The goal is to assess a network’s security to improve it and thus prevent exploits by real threat actors by fixing vulnerabilities. Nessus is a widely used paid vulnerability assessment tool that’s probably best for experienced security teams.

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Take The Stress Out of Securing Your Workforce

Jane Frankland

To prosper, every IT decision maker and cybersecurity leader must anticipate, and the easiest way to do this is by reviewing past performance – yours and the markets. How cybersecurity (the market) performed in 2022. Smart IT decision makers are paying attention. Cybersecurity staff shortages leave a company vulnerable.