Cyber Security Articles & News

Vulnerability Assessment vs Penetration Testing: Key Differences

While similar in some ways, the often interchangeably used vulnerability assessments and penetration tests are two different beasts. Throw vulnerability scans into the mix and, suddenly, most companies are confused.

4 Steps for Successful Network Penetration Testing

Organizations are becoming more aware of cybersecurity threats, and are working to strengthen their security posture through routine scans and employee training. Unfortunately, reported data breaches increased by 14% during the first quarter of 2022 compared to last year. With threat actors becoming more bold, it’s crucial to understand where you stand against them through the use of network penetration tests.

What is a Pentest Framework?

Penetration tests are performed by cybersecurity companies to help find weaknesses in an organization's network, in internal systems, and show that organization how threat actors can exploit those vulnerabilities. 

What is the Difference Between Blackbox, Greybox & Whitebox Pentesting?

When we speak of black, grey, and whiteboxes, we are not talking about the color of the PC on a desktop once called beige box. We are speaking of the amount of access a pentester has been given before attempting to breach a system or network. 

6 Questions to Ask Before Beginning Red Team Pentesting

If you’ve conducted a few successful penetration tests already, you may be wondering, “what’s next?”

Decoding Pentesting Report Lingo: The Ultimate Glossary

You know that penetration tests are important to run— and that more and more companies are integrating them into their annual cybersecurity initiatives.

Red Team Operations vs. Penetration Testing

It’s another new year, and another opportunity to tighten your ever-important security. 

With the threat landscape constantly evolving, you don’t need us to tell you that an annual penetration test is a must. 

6 Questions IT Directors Should Ask When Choosing Penetration Testing Services

As the head of IT, you know the value of a thorough penetration test. 

If only finding the right pentesting company were easy. 

What Should You Budget for a Penetration Test? The True Cost

Budgeting for a penetration test shouldn't feel like rocket science.