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7 Types of Penetration Testing: Guide to Pentest Methods & Types

eSecurity Planet

Penetration tests are vital components of vulnerability management programs. In these tests, white hat hackers try to find and exploit vulnerabilities in your systems to help you stay one step ahead of cyberattackers. Here we’ll discuss penetration testing types, methods, and determining which tests to run.

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How to Perform a Firewall Audit in 11 Steps (+Free Checklist)

eSecurity Planet

A firewall audit is a procedure for reviewing and reconfiguring firewalls as needed so they still suit your organization’s security goals. Auditing your firewall is one of the most important steps to ensuring it’s still equipped to protect the perimeter of your business’ network.

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How To Set Up a Firewall in 8 Easy Steps + Best Practices

eSecurity Planet

Setting up a firewall is the first step in securing your network. A successful firewall setup and deployment requires careful design, implementation, and maintenance to effectively improve your network integrity and data security. Verify that the chosen firewall can meet your security standards and functions.

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Cybersecurity Research Topics for Beginners: Exploring the Fundamentals

CyberSecurity Insiders

Password Security: Investigate different password security techniques, such as password hashing algorithms, two-factor authentication (2FA), and biometric authentication. Research network security mechanisms, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and virtual private networks (VPNs).

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GUEST ESSAY: How and why ‘pen testing’ will continue to play a key role in cybersecurity

The Last Watchdog

Related: Integrating ‘pen tests’ into firewalls. Penetration tests are one way of mitigating the security risks that arise and make sure that we are not endangering users, their data, and the trust they inherently place in technology. Depending on the scope of the test, many different results can be achieved.

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Critical flaw in WooCommerce Payments plugin allows site takeover

Security Affairs

it was first discovered by Michael Mazzolini from penetration testing firm GoldNetwork. “We developed a Proof of Concept and began writing and testing a firewall rule immediately. The vulnerability impacts plugin versions 4.8.0 through 5.6.1, ” reads the advisory published by Wordfence.

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GUEST ESSAY: 6 best practices that will help protect you company’s digital assets in the cloud

The Last Watchdog

Related: Why identities are the new firewall. Vulnerability scanning and penetration testing can help to identify weaknesses and areas where networks have not been configured correctly. Take password security seriousl. Exposures can then be addressed and rectified before they are exploited by criminals.