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How to Implement a Penetration Testing Program in 10 Steps

eSecurity Planet

Penetration tests find security vulnerabilities before hackers do and are critical for keeping organizations safe from cyber threats. Penetration test services have become common, with many security companies offering them. The program answers what, when, why, and where tests should run.

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15 Top Cybersecurity Certifications for 2022

eSecurity Planet

SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner). SSCP from (ISC)2 is a mid-level certification designed for IT administrators, managers, directors, and network security professionals responsible for the hands-on operational security of their organization’s critical assets. As of mid-2022, the cost is $381 USD.

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What Are the Best Cybersecurity Certifications in 2023?

SecureWorld News

Certifications are achieved by completing exams and courses which test the individual's aptitude. Some courses are tailored to a specific discipline, while others may be broader, covering areas such as network security , ethical hacking, and more. The Complete Cyber Security Course: Network Security!

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Top 12 Firewall Best Practices to Optimize Network Security

eSecurity Planet

The consistent implementation of firewall best practices establish a strong defense against cyber attacks to secure sensitive data, protect the integrity and continuity of business activities, and ensure network security measures function optimally. Use a firewall administration tool to centralize control.

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IaaS vs PaaS vs SaaS Security: Which Is Most Secure?

eSecurity Planet

IaaS involves virtualized computing resources over the internet, with users responsible for securing the operating system, applications, data, and networks. Security concerns include data protection, network security, identity and access management, and physical security.

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How Smart Organizations Mitigate Cyber Risks in a World of Unknown Unknowns

CyberSecurity Insiders

Creating a layer of security capable of managing unknown risk requires shedding a purely reactive posture. A penetration test, or a red team exercise, is one way to accomplish this. Yet manual testing has drawbacks. Namely, such tests are expensive and thus generally episodic in nature.