Insecure Deserialization
Introduction Insecure deserialization is a cybersecurity vulnerability that affects various programming languages, including C#, Java, PHP, Python, and others. This article explores the dangers of insecure deserialization, how it affects different languages, and how developers can mitigate the risks. Additionally,...
Phishing, Domain Names, and TLDs
As a small or medium-sized business owner, you may be aware of the threat of phishing attacks. Phishing is a common technique used by cybercriminals to trick people into giving away sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, or credit card...
OWASP Top Ten – Identification and Authentication Failures
Identification and Authentication Failures Today we will cover Identification and Authentication Failures in our series on the OWASP Top Ten. Online security has become a crucial aspect of modern life. Today, every business is a tech business, and it becomes...
Local Administrator Accounts
Local administrator accounts are commonly used in Active Directory/internal networks to manage individual computers. These accounts have full control over the local computer, which can be a security risk if used carelessly. The use of local administrator accounts should be...
Phishing – The Most Important Thing?
the intention of tricking the recipient into revealing sensitive information or downloading malware onto their device. Unfortunately, phishing attacks have become increasingly common and sophisticated over the years, making them the number one way organizations get breached. The reason for...
WordPress Security
WordPress is one of the most popular content management systems (CMS) in the world, powering over 40% of all websites on the internet. However, with great popularity comes a great responsibility to keep the WordPress installation secure. In this blog...
TLS Versions Explained
Transport Layer Security (TLS) is a widely-used protocol for securing communications on the internet. TLS is responsible for establishing a secure and encrypted connection between two communicating devices, ensuring that the data transmitted between them is protected from eavesdropping, tampering,...
Why you need a DMZ
Why you need a DMZ In today’s interconnected world, network design and segmentation are crucial for the security and performance of an organization’s IT infrastructure. A well-designed network should be segmented to isolate critical assets and minimize the impact of...
What are Weak Hashing Algorithms
In your vulnerability scanner of choice you may have seen “SSL Certificate signed using weak hashing algorithm”, but what is this? This refers to a security vulnerability in the SSL/TLS certificate used by a website. A hashing algorithm is used...
Attack Surface Management
Introduction External attack surface management (ASM) refers to the process of identifying, analyzing, and mitigating security risks and vulnerabilities that originate from outside an organization’s network. The focus of external ASM is to protect against threats such as hackers, cybercriminals,...