Penetration testing companies specialize in performing pentests on IT systems, applications, and networks of organizations. The purpose of these pentests is to identify any vulnerabilities and security risks so they can be addressed before malicious hackers exploit them. These companies use various techniques and tools to try and gain access to the system or application,...Read More
Penetration testing, also known as pentesting, is the process of testing the security of an IT system, application, or network with the aim of identifying security risks and vulnerabilities. A pentest is conducted by an ethical hacker, also referred to as a pentester, who employs various methods and techniques to attempt to infiltrate the system...Read More
A physical pentest, also known as a physical security test, is a type of penetration test that assesses the security of a physical location through realistic attack simulations. The goal of a physical pentest is to identify vulnerabilities in the physical security measures of a site and to evaluate how effectively those measures can repel...Read More
A Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attack is a type of cyberattack where an attacker positions themselves between the communication of two parties. The attacker can intercept, monitor, and even manipulate all communication between the two parties without either of them being aware. To carry out a MITM attack, the attacker typically needs to position themselves between the...Read More
Whaling is a type of phishing attack targeting high-ranking individuals within an organization, such as CEOs, CFOs, and other senior executives. In whaling attacks, customized phishing emails are sent to these individuals, often with the goal of gaining access to sensitive corporate information or financial data. These attacks are usually highly targeted and carefully planned,...Read More
Security awareness training is a training program designed to educate an organization’s employees about information security and teach them how to protect themselves against cyber threats. The goal of security awareness training is to make employees aware of the risks of cybercrime and help them develop good security practices and habits. During security awareness training,...Read More
Spear Phishing is a targeted form of phishing aimed at specific individuals or organizations. Unlike regular phishing emails, which are often sent randomly in the hope that someone will click on them, spear phishing emails are directed at specific people or groups and are often personalized to appear more credible. The attacker usually researches the...Read More
Social engineering is a type of cybersecurity attack where attackers exploit human weaknesses and emotions to gain access to confidential information or systems. Instead of bypassing technical security measures, social engineering focuses on deceiving people through manipulation, fraud, and trickery. Examples of social engineering attacks include phishing emails that ask users to provide their login...Read More
Ethical Hacking is a cybersecurity method in which a security expert or “hacker” is authorized to test systems, networks, or applications for vulnerabilities, then report and help improve them before real attackers can exploit them. Unlike malicious hackers, ethical hackers have permission and guidelines to identify and report vulnerabilities. They use various techniques and tools...Read More
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) is a cybersecurity solution focused on monitoring, detecting, and reporting suspicious activities within a network or system. SIEM solutions gather and analyze log files and data from various sources, such as network devices, servers, and applications. By leveraging advanced technologies like machine learning and behavioral analysis, SIEM can identify...Read More
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