Security Insights
Deep dives, expert analysis, and practical guidance on exposure management, adversarial validation, and the future of AI-driven exposure management.
Decoding the Penetration Testing Process: A Step-by-Step Guide
In this cyber world, data protection is a main goal for every organization. In India, corporations spend an average of $2.8 million annually on cyber security. According to the ETCISO annual survey, the average security budget allocation to Indian industries is 7.6% of its total IT budget. As compar
Penetration Testing Standards: PTES, OSSTMM, NIST, and OWASP
PTES, OSSTMM, NIST SP 800-115, and the OWASP guides are the four standards behind professional pentesting. Here is what each covers, how they stack, and how to spot a vendor faking it.
DAST vs Penetration Testing vs Agentic Pentesting
DAST scans running apps automatically, pentesting adds human exploitation, and agentic pentesting is the AI-driven third category. Here is how all three compare on depth and frequency.
Web Application Penetration Testing: Steps & Test Cases
How secure are your web applications, really? Consider the risk of a malicious actor exploiting hidden vulnerabilities before you have the chance to address them. Web Application Penetration Testing is crucial for discovering these weaknesses. By simulating real-world attacks and using well-structur
Automated vs Manual Penetration Testing: Which One Do You Need?
Automated testing is fast and broad; manual testing is deep and creative. Here is how they differ, the bugs only humans catch, and why the best programs blend both.
Penetration Testing vs Vulnerability Scanning: Key Differences
A vulnerability scan tells you what might be wrong; a penetration test proves what an attacker can actually exploit. Here is the difference, shown side by side on the same finding.
How much does a penetration test cost?
Curious about how much penetration testing costs? You understand its importance, but budgeting for different pentests can be a challenge. This blog post will guide you through the intricacies of penetration testing pricing, helping you make informed decisions for your organisation. We'll explore var
Black Box vs White Box vs Gray Box Penetration Testing
Black box, white box, and gray box describe how much a tester knows before they start. Here is how each changes coverage, cost, and realism, with the bugs each one quietly misses.
The 5 Phases of Penetration Testing Explained
Every penetration test moves through five phases: reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation, post-exploitation, and reporting. Here is what happens in each, with real tool output.
What Is Penetration Testing? Types, Process, and Phases Explained
Penetration testing is an authorized simulated attack that proves which weaknesses an attacker can actually exploit. Here are the types, the process, and what real findings look like.
Penetration Testing Report: Key Elements You Can't Miss
You've invested in a Penetration Testing Report. Great news! You've taken a crucial step towards shoring up your organization's security. But the battle isn't over yet. That hefty penetration testing report you just received holds the key to unlocking the true value of the pentest. The question is,
Strobes 2023 Pentesting Recap: Trends, Stats, and How PTaaS is Transforming Cybersecurity
Like every year, we are releasing some research and analysis around our pen-testing in 2023. This article covers key penetration testing statistics, including what category of vulnerabilities we commonly report across hundreds of customers, and how we reduce compliance times and turnaround time when