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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. This critical IT security practice isn’t the same as a vulnerability assessment or vulnerability scanning, though, as pen testing involves an actual attack similar to what hackers would do in real-world conditions.

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15 Top Cybersecurity Certifications for 2022

eSecurity Planet

CISA is ISACA’s (Information Systems Audit and Control Association) high-level certification designed for those who audit, control, monitor, and assess an organization’s information technology and business systems. The 4-5 hour exam includes up to 180 questions. Training is available in a variety of formats.

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Red Team vs Blue Team vs Purple Team: Differences Explained

eSecurity Planet

Blue teams tend to be larger because they must prevent all attacks, while red teams may simply select a few specific attacks to pursue. Blue teams consist of security analysts, network engineers and system administrators. Purple Teams The purple team will typically be implemented in one of two ways.

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What Are the Best Cybersecurity Certifications in 2023?

SecureWorld News

Certified professionals often earn 20% more than their counterparts who have not completed the relevant tests and exams. Stay on top of industry changes The cybersecurity sector is in a state of constant change, with new technologies and methodologies introduced on a regular basis.

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Cyber Security Awareness and Risk Management

Spinone

VoIP phishing and impersonation also victimized millions of corporate employees across the world , contributing to an even greater cyber threat. The contemporary world has witnessed the rise of the Internet and global communication, and collaboration technologies, including mobile data use and the culture of bring your own device [BYOD].