Tag: penetration-testing
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How to Automate Your Penetration Testing?
Learn how to automate your penetration testing, save time, reduce costs, and achieve business logic testing without human-in-the-loop. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/08/how-to-automate-your-penetration-testing/
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The Future of Pentesting: Can AI Replace Human Expertise? ⎥ Jyoti Raval
Discover insights from The Elephant in AppSec episode with Jyoti Raval First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/08/the-future-of-pentesting-can-ai-replace-human-expertise-%e2%8e%a5-jyoti-raval/
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OWASP Security Misconfiguration: Quick guide
Security misconfiguration is a significant concern, in the OWASP Top 10. During our web application penetration tests, we often discover numerous vulnerabilities of this nature. According to OWASP, this issue impacts nearly 90% of all web applications. In this blog, we will explore this vulnerability through the lens of the OWASP Top 10, illustrating it……
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What happens when penetration testing goes virtual and gets an AI coach
Cybersecurity training often struggles to match the complexity of threats. A new approach combining digital twins and LLMs aims to close that gap. Researchers from the … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/08/19/digital-twins-cybersecurity-training/
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How an AI-Based ‘Pen Tester’ Became a Top Bug Hunter on HackerOne
AI researcher explains how an automated penetration-testing tool became the first non-human member on HackerOne to reach the top of the platform’s US leaderboard. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/ai-based-pen-tester-top-bug-hunter-hackerone
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External Network Penetration Testing Checklist for 2025
External network penetration testing is one of the best methods to find any vulnerability that can be exploited before it happens outside of your organization. New scoring systems, voluntary compliance… The post External Network Penetration Testing Checklist for 2025 appeared first on Strobes Security. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: https://securityboulevard.com/2025/08/external-network-penetration-testing-checklist-for-2025/
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Pentesting is now central to CISO strategy
Security leaders are rethinking their approach to cybersecurity as digital supply chains expand and generative AI becomes embedded in critical systems. A recent survey of 225 … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/08/11/pentesting-for-cisos/
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Pentesting is now central to CISO strategy
Security leaders are rethinking their approach to cybersecurity as digital supply chains expand and generative AI becomes embedded in critical systems. A recent survey of 225 … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/08/11/pentesting-for-cisos/
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10 Best Red Teaming Companies for Advanced Attack Simulation in 2025
Tags: attack, cyber, cybersecurity, defense, penetration-testing, RedTeam, tactics, threat, vulnerabilityRed teaming companies are specialized cybersecurity firms that use a proactive, adversarial approach to test an organization’s defenses by simulating a real-world cyberattack. Unlike traditional penetration testing, which typically focuses on finding specific vulnerabilities, red teaming emulates the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of an advanced persistent threat (APT) actor. The goal is to evaluate…
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WAF Protections Bypassed via JS Injection and Parameter Pollution for XSS Attacks
A groundbreaking security research has revealed that parameter pollution techniques combined with JavaScript injection can bypass 70% of modern Web Application Firewalls (WAFs), raising serious concerns about the effectiveness of current web security defenses. Security researchers conducting autonomous penetration testing discovered a sophisticated method to circumvent WAF protections by exploiting fundamental differences in how web applications…
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Penetration Testing Methodology: Step-by-Step Breakdown for 2025
Cyber threats are sharper and more widespread than ever before, consistently finding new entry points across our intricate digital world, from sprawling cloud environments and complex APIs to the mobile… The post Penetration Testing Methodology: Step-by-Step Breakdown for 2025 appeared first on Strobes Security. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: https://securityboulevard.com/2025/08/penetration-testing-methodology-step-by-step-breakdown-for-2025/
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INE Security Launches Enhanced eMAPT Certification
Cary, North Carolina, July 10th, 2025, CyberNewsWire Industry’s Most Comprehensive Mobile Application Penetration Testing Program Addresses Real-World Mobile Security Challenges. INE Security, a leading provider of cybersecurity education and cybersecurity certifications, today launched its significantly enhanced eMAPT (Mobile Application Penetration Testing) certification. The updated certification delivers the industry’s most comprehensive and practical approach to mobile…
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INE Security Launches Enhanced eMAPT Certification
Cary, North Carolina, July 10th, 2025, CyberNewsWire Industry’s Most Comprehensive Mobile Application Penetration Testing Program Addresses Real-World Mobile Security Challenges. INE Security, a leading provider of cybersecurity education and cybersecurity certifications, today launched its significantly enhanced eMAPT (Mobile Application Penetration Testing) certification. The updated certification delivers the industry’s most comprehensive and practical approach to mobile…
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MCP is fueling agentic AI, and introducing new security risks
Tags: access, ai, api, attack, authentication, best-practice, ceo, cloud, corporate, cybersecurity, gartner, injection, LLM, malicious, monitoring, network, office, open-source, penetration-testing, RedTeam, risk, service, supply-chain, technology, threat, tool, vulnerabilityMitigating MCP server risks: When it comes to using MCP servers there’s a big difference between developers using it for personal productivity and enterprises putting them into production use cases.Derek Ashmore, application transformation principal at Asperitas Consulting, suggests that corporate customers don’t rush on MCP adoption until the technology is safer and more of the…
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Hackers abuse leaked Shellter red team tool to deploy infostealers
Shellter Project, the vendor of a commercial AV/EDR evasion loader for penetration testing, confirmed that hackers used its Shellter Elite product in attacks after a customer leaked a copy of the software. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-abuse-leaked-shellter-red-team-tool-to-deploy-infostealers/
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Skills gaps send CISOs in search of managed security providers
Tags: access, awareness, business, ciso, compliance, control, cyber, cybersecurity, detection, governance, group, infrastructure, intelligence, jobs, monitoring, msp, mssp, network, penetration-testing, risk, risk-assessment, service, skills, strategy, threat, tool, training, update, vulnerabilitySecurity operations centers (SOCs)Cloud platform managementSIEM and log monitoringFramework-based cybersecurity management functionsThreat intelligence feeds and analysisVulnerability scanning and patch managementEndpoint detection and response (EDR)Firewall and network security managementCompliance tracking and audit support”MSPs already have the infrastructure and staff in place to deliver these services efficiently, and at scale,” Richard Tubb, who runs the MSP community…
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Kali GPT- AI Assistant That Transforms Penetration Testing on Kali Linux
First seen on thesecurityblogger.com Jump to article: www.thesecurityblogger.com/kali-gpt-ai-assistant-that-transforms-penetration-testing-on-kali-linux/
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Infinity Global Services’ Pen Testing Achieves CREST-Accreditation
With today’s unpredictable cyber threat landscape, proactive security measures are crucial. Infinity Global Services (IGS) offers penetration testing (PT), a vital service that uncovers vulnerabilities before exploitation. Delivered by a team of seasoned experts, IGS’s penetration testing service has now achieved CREST accreditation. This globally recognised standard validates the quality, methodology, and integrity of IGS’s…
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What is Network Penetration Testing?
The firewall was set up. Scanners were running. Everything looked fine. Until a routine network penetration test found an old staging server no one remembered. It was still connected, still… The post What is Network Penetration Testing? appeared first on Strobes Security. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: https://securityboulevard.com/2025/07/what-is-network-penetration-testing/
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Our pentest quote form saves you time
Tags: penetration-testingWe are pleased to announce the release of our new penetration testing quote form, which is optimised to save you time. There is no need for a lengthy scoping call, or a long-winded series of technical questions. No excel scoping forms to fill out, no test specifications to write, no documentation and screenshots to wrestle”¦…
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AI Is Enhancing The Traditional Pentesting Approach A Detailed Analysis
For a long time now, traditional pentesting has served as the backbone of proactive cyberdefense strategies across all industries flourishing in the digital realm. Pacing with the time where technology is making history- speed, accuracy, and foresight are paramount when it comes to cybersecurity. With organizations scaling and cyber threats evolving in complexity and frequency,……
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LinuxFest Northwest: Lightning Talks
Our sincere appreciation to LinuxFest Northwest (Now Celebrating Their Organizational 25th Anniversary Of Community Excellence), and the Presenters/Authors for publishing their superb LinuxFest Northwest 2025 video content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Bellingham Technical College in Bellingham, Washington; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Thanks and a Tip O’ The Hat to…
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FedRAMP Pen Test Scope vs. Rules of Engagement Explained
FedRAMP has strict requirements for the security of the companies looking to earn their certification. Among the many requirements you need to navigate are tests from your C3PAO, simulating malicious actors and common threat vectors. In order to understand what you need to do to pass, it’s worth going over what penetration testing is, what……
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LinuxFest Northwest: stillOS Launch Event
Author/Presenter: Cameron Knauff (stillOS Developer) Our sincere appreciation to LinuxFest Northwest (Now Celebrating Their Organizational 25th Anniversary Of Community Excellence), and the Presenters/Authors for publishing their superb LinuxFest Northwest 2025 video content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Bellingham Technical College in Bellingham, Washington; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Thanks and a…
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What Makes an AI Driven Pentesting Tool a Must Have in 2025
AI driven penetration testing tool is rapidly transforming the landscape of modern cybersecurity. These advanced tools leverage artificial intelligence to help security teams detect, analyze, and mitigate vulnerabilities more efficiently. According to Cobalt’s State of Pentesting report, 75% of respondents have already adopted AI tools for penetration testing”, highlighting their growing significance. By automating repetitive…
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Cisco warns of critical API vulnerabilities in ISE and ISE-PIC
Tags: access, ai, api, application-security, attack, authentication, automation, best-practice, business, ceo, cisco, ciso, cloud, communications, control, credentials, data, defense, email, endpoint, exploit, firewall, flaw, framework, guide, Hardware, incident response, malicious, microsoft, mobile, network, penetration-testing, programming, risk, router, saas, sans, service, software, threat, update, vpn, vulnerability, wafroot user.The fault behind both vulnerabilities: Holes in application programming interfaces (APIs).”Take this vulnerability seriously,” said Moses Frost, senior course instructor on cloud penetration testing at the SANS Institute. “In my experience assessing networks, I have found through testing that many lack essential patches and security hardening on their core network devices. I have seen Cisco…
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LinuxFest Northwest: CentOS Mythbusters
Author/Presenter: Carl George (Principal Software Engineer, Red Hat) Our sincere appreciation to LinuxFest Northwest (Now Celebrating Their Organizational 25th Anniversary Of Community Excellence), and the Presenters/Authors for publishing their superb LinuxFest Northwest 2025 video content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Bellingham Technical College in Bellingham, Washington; and via the organizations YouTube channel.…
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LinuxFest Northwest: My Journey Using Linux From Scratch And Why You Should Try It Too
Author/Presenter: Nathaniel Smith (Bellevue College, Baccalaureate Program Undergraduate In Computer Science) Our sincere appreciation to LinuxFest Northwest (Now Celebrating Their Organizational 25th Anniversary Of Community Excellence), and the Presenters/Authors for publishing their superb LinuxFest Northwest 2025 video content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Bellingham Technical College in Bellingham, Washington; and via the…
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Cybercriminals Use TeamFiltration Pentesting Framework to Breach Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, Outlook, and More
Tags: breach, cyber, cybercrime, data-breach, exploit, framework, malicious, microsoft, penetration-testing, threat, toolProofpoint threat researchers have exposed an active account takeover (ATO) campaign, dubbed UNK_SneakyStrike, exploiting the TeamFiltration pentesting framework to target Microsoft Entra ID user accounts. Since December 2024, this malicious operation has impacted over 80,000 user accounts across hundreds of organizations, achieving several successful breaches. UNK_SneakyStrike Campaign The attackers have weaponized TeamFiltration a tool originally…
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LinuxFest Northwest: Operating System Upgrades In A High Performance Computing Environment
Author/Presenter: Joe Ryan (High Performance Computing Systems Engineer, Institute for Cyber Enabled Research (ICER) at Michigan State University Our sincere appreciation to LinuxFest Northwest (Now Celebrating Their Organizational 25th Anniversary Of Community Excellence), and the Presenters/Authors for publishing their superb LinuxFest Northwest 2025 video content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Bellingham Technical…