Cyber Security Articles & News

by Mitnick Security | 02.07.2024 | 8 min

Ransomware Attacks: Trends and Most Targeted Industries

With the rise of worldwide ransomware attacks, 2024 is the perfect time to understand why these current cyber threats are happening and how to safeguard against them.

by Mitnick Security | 02.05.2024 | 5 min

New SEC Regulations Regarding Data Breaches

On December 18, 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) introduced new regulations for organizations regarding response procedures in the event of a data breach.

by Mitnick Security | 01.29.2024 | 5 min

Kevin Mitnick Awarded Lifetime Achievement Award

Kevin Mitnick has posthumously been awarded the 2023 SANS Institute Lifetime Achievement Award, adding another incredible accomplishment to his life.

by Mitnick Security | 01.22.2024 | 6 min

What is a Red Hat Hacker?

Cyber attackers shouldn’t all be painted with the same brush. There are many different types, all with separate motivations and some with specific tactics for hacking. While white and black hat hacker...

by Mitnick Security | 01.03.2024 | 7 min

The True Cost of a Data Breach: What You Need To Know

Data breaches are one of the most dangerous security incidents a company can experience, leaving affected organizations with negative repercussions that last well beyond the remediation period. With d...

by Mitnick Security | 11.03.2023 | 6 min

Remembering the World’s Greatest Hacker: Kevin Mitnick's Legacy

Arguably the most influential hacker, Kevin Mitnick, leaves behind a tremendous legacy and industry-changing knowledge in the hacking community as well as Mitnick Security and our team of security con...

by Mitnick Security | 10.23.2023 | 7 min

Understanding the Scope of A Penetration Test

Penetration testing puts your security systems to the test so you can see if your security framework can withstand a cyber attack.

by Mitnick Security | 09.14.2023 | 9 min

PCI Testing: Everything You Need To Know

Penetration testing is crucial for businesses to help ensure that their security posture will stand against threat actors. For businesses that handle credit and debit card information, keeping data se...

by Mitnick Security | 09.12.2023 | 6 min

The 4 Phases of Penetration Testing

So, you’ve done your research on penetration testing and are ready for the pentest engagement. But before you choose just any pentesting vendor, it’s vital that you understand the ins and outs of a pe...

by Mitnick Security | 08.30.2023 | 6 min

What is Web Application Penetration Testing?

Is your company in the process of developing a new application? There are a lot of moving parts involved in developing and deploying cutting-edge applications, whether they are internal apps designed ...

by Mitnick Security | 07.19.2023 | 7 min

User Deception: The Biggest Cyber Threat CISOs are Forgetting

As a CISO, you're always looking for the next big breakthrough to increase your organization's overall security posture.

by Mitnick Security | 06.27.2023 | 8 min

6 FAQs From CISOs About the Pentesting Process

As a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), you have the responsibility of not only directing your organization’s security but also conveying your risk status to leadership. The stakes are high. A...