Penetration testing (pentesting) is a critical process for identifying vulnerabilities in applications and systems by simulating real-world attacks. The three primary approaches—black box, grey box, and white box—differ in the level of knowledge and access provided to the tester. Each approach has specific use cases, effort levels, and applicability depending on the application type, such…
Modern mobile applications come with layers of in-app security controls designed to prevent tampering, reverse engineering, and data theft. These mechanisms—while essential for protecting users in production—can pose a challenge for security testers aiming to uncover deeper, real-world vulnerabilities. In this blog, we’ll explore common in-app protections such as root/jailbreak detection, runtime tampering detection, SSL…
You didn’t share your seed phrase. You used two-factor authentication. You even stored most of your funds in a hardware wallet. So how did your crypto vanish? In 2025, attackers don’t always go after the exchange or the wallet provider—they go after you, using the one tool you trust most: Your browser. What’s a Browser-Based…
Most company policies are written with good intentions. But let’s face it — most employees don’t read them, or at best, skim through them on their first day. The problem? Ignoring these policies could be making life far too easy for attackers. If hackers were drafting your company policies, they’d probably look a lot like…
In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, relying on a single penetration testing vendor for all your application security needs can be a risky proposition. Just as real-world attackers aren’t a monolithic entity – there’s no rulebook dictating which specific group will target your application – your defenses benefit immensely from diverse perspectives. Different attacker…
Why Wait for an Audit to Tell You What You Already Know In today’s digital-first world, proving your application is secure isn’t just about passing audits or checking off compliance boxes—it’s about earning trust from customers, partners, and regulators. But here’s the challenge: security is invisible when done right. How do you prove something didn’t…
In March 2025, a staggering security blunder rocked the Trump administration when top officials inadvertently leaked military plans for airstrikes against Yemen’s Houthi rebels via the Signal messaging app. The Atlantic’s editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, found himself added to a group chat where sensitive operational details—targets, weapon deployments and attack timings—were openly discussed. This incident, now…
In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, attackers constantly refine their strategies to bypass defenses and achieve their malicious goals. One such strategy involves chaining, where attackers exploit multiple vulnerabilities across different systems or layers in a sequence to escalate their access and gain unauthorized control. While this tactic is used in various fields of security,…
A super-smart assistant that can write essays, crack jokes, and even help you code—all in seconds. That’s what Large Language Models (LLMs) promise (and is already doing). These AI marvels are transforming how we work, play and think. But with great power comes great responsibility—and a few security headaches. Let’s dive into the fascinating, sometimes…
In today’s competitive job market, companies need to be strategic when it comes to attracting top talent. Job advertisements are an essential tool for finding the right candidates, as they outline the skills, qualifications, and experience needed for the role. But while these ads are primarily aimed at job seekers, they can inadvertently expose sensitive…