Cybersecurity Blog
Notes from the offensive security team.
Write-ups, methodology and lessons from real penetration tests, published by the people who ran them.
How Often Should You Do Penetration Testing? A Practical Schedule
Once a year is the floor, not the answer. Here is how often to test based on how fast you ship, what you store and which rules apply to you, with a sample yearly schedule.
Penetration Test Report Example: What a Good Pentest Report Contains
A walk through a penetration test report, section by section, with a redacted sample finding. Use it to judge a report you have received, or to know what to ask for before you buy.
Vulnerability Assessment vs Penetration Testing: Which One Do You Need?
A vulnerability assessment lists what might be wrong. A penetration test proves what an attacker can actually do with it. Here is how they differ, what each costs you in time, and how to decide.
OT Cybersecurity: Ensuring Continuity in Industrial Operations
When operational technology is attacked, production stops. This guide explains OT cybersecurity and how to protect industrial systems without breaking them.
External vs Internal Penetration Testing: How to Secure Your Business the Right Way
External tests look at what an outsider can reach. Internal tests show how far someone already inside can go. Here is how they differ and when you need each.
API Penetration Testing: Why Web API Security Is Essential
APIs carry the data your apps depend on, which makes them a favourite target. Here is what API penetration testing covers and why scanners alone miss the worst flaws.
Penetration Testing in SDLC: Where It Fits and How to Use the Results
Security works best when it is built in, not bolted on. This is where penetration testing fits in the secure software development lifecycle, one vulnerability at a time.
Security Audits: How to Maintain Data Integrity and More
A security audit checks your controls against a standard and shows where they fall short. Here is what audits cover and why they matter for data integrity.
How to Know You Have Had a Data Breach: Every Business’s Nightmare
Most breaches go unnoticed for months. These are the warning signs that something is wrong, and what to do in the first hours after you spot them.
Creating a Cyber Incident Response Plan: Best Practices
When an attack lands, a written plan decides how much it costs you. This is how to build a cyber incident response plan your team can actually follow.
