Penetration Testing

APRIL 30, 2024

Recent findings by Cisco Talos have unveiled a coordinated threat actor campaign dubbed “ArcaneDoor,” targeting government-owned network devices globally.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 25, 2024

With cyber threats constantly evolving, protecting your network’s security is important. Network pen testing, also known as Network VAPT (Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing), helps you attain this objective. What is Network Infrastructure? The post What is Network Pen Testing?

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 23, 2023

All organizations should perform penetration tests, yet many worry about not receiving the full value of their investment. Organizations have two choices: perform penetration tests with their internal teams, or hire an external vendor and find ways to lower costs.

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NetSpi Executives

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Not all penetration testing reports are created equal, so we summarized key sections to look for that build up to a comprehensive and actionable report. Use this article and the penetration testing report examples below to make sure reports you receive speak to prioritized findings backed up with sound methodology.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 5, 2023

A pentest framework, or penetration testing framework, is a standardized set of guidelines and suggested tools for structuring and conducting effective pentests across different networks and security environments. In some cases, this phase is also called the discovery, testing, scanning, or assessment phase.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 29, 2024

External penetration testing is a critical cybersecurity practice that helps organisations defend their internet-facing assets. By simulating the actions of a real-world attacker, external penetration tests reveal vulnerabilities in your web applications, networks, and other externally accessible systems.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 15, 2023

A lot of this data includes sensitive information of customers and clients such as bank details, social security numbers, emails, contact numbers, etc. These data help organizations function efficiently […] The post Penetration Testing for Sensitive Data Exposure in Enterprise Networks: Everything You Need to Know!

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) is a two-step security testing methodology. The first step is Vulnerability Assessment, in which our team identifies all vulnerabilities in an application or network. What is VAPT?

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Penetration Testing

MARCH 25, 2024

Security researchers Christer, Claes, and Marcus of signedness.org have uncovered a severe flaw (CVE-2024-29937) in Network File System (NFS) implementations used by... The post CVE-2024-29937: Critical NFS Vulnerability Exposes BSD Systems to Remote Code Execution appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Let us run you through the various aspects of penetration testing, or pen test, and why it is a critical component to protect a company’s network. A pen test is a simulated cyber attack on your systems to identify the loopholes that hackers can exploit. These can be applications, IoT, Networks, API etc.

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Penetration Testing

MARCH 2, 2024

Security researchers from NVISO have uncovered two sophisticated TLS-based backdoors, dubbed SparkCockpit and SparkTar, actively targeting critical-sector organizations using Ivanti Pulse Secure appliances.

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Penetration Testing

MARCH 26, 2024

Ubiquiti Networks has released an urgent security update for its popular UniFi Network Application.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 23, 2022

Organizations use penetration testing to strengthen their security. During these tests, simulated attacks are executed to identify gaps and vulnerabilities in the IT environment. Penetration testing can use different techniques, tools, and methods. See the Best Penetration Testing Tools.

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Penetration Testing

DECEMBER 23, 2023

OpenSSH, a critical component in secure networking, has recently faced a formidable challenge. A now-patched security vulnerability, with a CVSS score of 9.8, threatened the very core of its secure channel operations.

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Penetration Testing

MARCH 4, 2024

A severe security hole (CVE-2024-27497) in the Linksys E2000 router lets hackers waltz right into your network, potentially stealing sensitive data, compromising your devices, and using your connection for further malicious activity.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2024

A recently disclosed vulnerability in Dell EMC Enterprise SONiC (CVE-2023-32484) could have profound consequences for your data center network security.

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Tech Republic Security

OCTOBER 22, 2023

System or network vulnerabilities and security threats can severely impact business operations or even shutter its doors. The purpose of this policy from TechRepublic Premium is to provide guidelines for appropriate penetration testing and scanning of computer systems and networks. It includes preparation,

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Penetration Testing

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Two new vulnerabilities (CVE-2023-52160, CVE-2023-52161) in open-source WiFi software are allowing attackers to trick victims into connecting to evil twins of trusted networks intercept their traffic, and join otherwise secure networks without needing the... The post Critical Wi-Fi Flaws Put Your Data at Risk (CVE-2023-52160, CVE-2023-52161) (..)

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Penetration Testing

APRIL 27, 2024

In their latest security bulletins, Mitel Networks Corporation has addressed critical security concerns for users of the MiContact Center Business platform.

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MARCH 11, 2024

Security researchers have exposed a crafty attack campaign manipulating a decentralized content delivery network (CDN) to reap quick profits ahead of an upcoming cryptocurrency release.

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Penetration Testing

APRIL 25, 2024

Researchers at Rhino Security Labs have detailed a critical security flaw in Progress Flowmon, a widely used network monitoring tool.

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Penetration Testing

JANUARY 18, 2024

One such formidable entity is the 7777-Botnet, a network of compromised devices that has piqued the interest of security experts... The post The 7777-Botnet Exploit: A New Threat to TP-Link, Xiongmai, and Hikvision appeared first on Penetration Testing.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 7, 2023

Penetration tests are simulated cyber attacks executed by white hat hackers on systems and networks. Pentesters work closely with the organization whose security posture they are hired to improve. Additionally, tests can be comprehensive or limited. However, they are also the most realistic tests.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 29, 2022

Penetration testing – pen tests – traditionally have been something companies might do once or twice a year. The pen tester’s assignment is to seek out and exploit egregious, latent vulnerabilities – before the bad guys — thereby affording the organization a chance to shore up its network defenses.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 28, 2023

Attack simulation and penetration testing are both methods used to identify vulnerabilities in a company’s cybersecurity infrastructure, but there are some differences between the two. The post Understanding the difference between attack simulation vs penetration testing appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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Penetration Testing

APRIL 3, 2024

Security researchers have uncovered a serious vulnerability in several D-Link Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices, including DNS-320L, DNS-327L, and others.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 19, 2024

Penetration testing has become a cornerstone of robust cybersecurity strategy. It’s a critical process where experts simulate cyber attacks on your systems, networks, or applications to identify vulnerabilities before real. The post Considerations for outsourcing your penetration testing appeared first on Sentrium Security.

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Penetration Testing

APRIL 2, 2024

VMware has released critical security patches to address multiple vulnerabilities in its SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network) solution.

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Penetration Testing

DECEMBER 5, 2023

During an external network penetration test, David Yesland of Rhino Security Labs unearthed a quartet of vulnerabilities within the Extreme Operating System (EXOS) of ExtremeNetworks.

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Penetration Testing

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Above Invisible protocol sniffer for finding vulnerabilities in the network. Designed for pentesters and security professionals. Mechanics Above is an invisible network sniffer for finding vulnerabilities in network equipment.

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BH Consulting

APRIL 17, 2024

Delivering cybersecurity testing services, such as but not limited to penetration testing services (including web app, mobile app, and network), vulnerability assessments, phishing campaigns, and red teaming exercises. Communicating technical test results to client through the production of high-quality reports.

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Penetration Testing

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

A stark reminder of this ongoing battle against cyber threats emerged recently when Fortinet, a titan in the realm of network security, issued a critical alert to its customers.

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Appknox

AUGUST 7, 2022

Penetration Testing has become indispensable to most companies' secure software development lifecycle. Unfortunately, because of widespread misconceptions, several businesses still don't understand the true potential of pen testing and refrain from using it to ensure mobile app security.

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Penetration Testing

DECEMBER 25, 2023

In the intricate world of cybersecurity, Barracuda Networks has faced a formidable challenge with the discovery of two zero-day vulnerabilities, CVE-2023-7102 and CVE-2023-7101, both linked to the Spreadsheet::ParseExcel library.

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Penetration Testing

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, a new threat has emerged, targeting the integrity of Secure Shell (SSH) communications – the Terrapin Attack.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

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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The Hacker News

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Network penetration testing plays a crucial role in protecting businesses in the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity. Yet, business leaders and IT pros have misconceptions about this process, which impacts their security posture and decision-making.

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