Best Cybersecurity Certifications for Penetration Testing
A master list of penetration testing certifications. From beginner, to intermediate to advanced level.
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Hacking
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Ethical Hacking: From Misconceptions to Modern-Day Superheroes of Cybersecurity
Most people envision hacking as the dark arts of cybercrime, conjuring images of masked individuals exploiting others. However, within this stereotype lies a
The Rise of Autonomous GPT-4 Bots: Revolutionizing Cybersecurity with AI-Driven Exploits
In a demonstration of artificial intelligence capabilities, researchers have successfully infiltrated over half of their test websites using autonomous teams
How to Protect Your Business From a Little Known, Shockingly Simple Hacking Technique
"Search Engine Hacking," also called "Google dorking," has quickly become a favorite technique of hackers to find and expose private or sensitive information
Spyware App Compromised Over 60,000 Android Devices to Steal Sensitive Data
A dangerous spyware application called "Spyhide" has targeted and compromised over 60,000 Android devices worldwide, allowing the attackers to steal sensitive
Millions Vanish As Alphapo Hot Wallets Hacked
On July 22, a staggering $31 million was stealthily siphoned from Alphapo's hot wallets on the Ethereum blockchain. While the extent of Bitcoin theft remains
Russia’s State TV Hacked: Millions Told “The Hour Of Reckoning Has Come” – In Ukrainian
Russian leader Vladimir Putin faced a significant blow as his State TV channel fell victim to a humiliating primetime hack.
BlackLotus UEFI Bootkit: How a Free UEFI Malware Code Puts Windows Machines at Risk
In October of the previous year, a nefarious bootkit named BlackLotus surfaced on underground hacker forums. Crafted exclusively for Windows systems, this
US Intelligence Accused of Massive Apple Phone Hacking Campaign by Russian FSB
The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) has leveled serious accusations against the United States Intelligence Community, alleging a large-scale hacking
Unveiling the Reign of GUI-vil: Financially Motivated Cyberthreat Group Targeting AWS Accounts
A financially motivated cyberthreat group has been identified, relentlessly attacking organizations' Amazon Web Services (AWS) accounts with the intent to
Cyber Attack on NATO by KillNet: A Threat to Global Security
Cyber attacks have become a rising threat to global security, and one such group that has gained notoriety is KillNet. Originating during the Russian invasion
Microsoft and Fortra’s Legal Crackdown on Cobalt Strike: A Significant Blow to Cybercriminals
A recent joint operation between Microsoft's Digital Crimes Unit (DCU), Fortra, and the Health-ISAC has resulted in a major legal crackdown against servers
Russian National Accused of Creating NLBrute Hacking Tool Faces Criminal Charges in the US
NLBrute, a brute-force hacking tool created by a Russian national, and the criminal charges he faces in the US.
Russian Hacker Pleads Guilty to Laundering Over $150 Million in Ryuk Ransomware Attacks
Denis Mihaqlovic Dubnikov, a Russian national, recently pleaded guilty in a US court to money laundering and concealing the source of funds obtained in connection with Ryuk ransomware attacks. Learn more about his involvement in cryptocurrency and the estimated $150 million in laundered funds.
Cyberattack Disrupts ION Group Transactions
A subsidiary of the Dublin-based financial technology and trading firm ION Group, ION Cleared Derivatives, has been hit by a cyberattack that has disrupted
The Colorful Teams of Cybersecurity
What are all those colored security teams and all those colored hacker hats? What is the difference between them and why do we need them?
Understand And Reduce Your Attack Surface
Understand and reduce the possible entry points an attacker may try to exploit to gain access to systems and information.
What Is The Difference Between GWAPT and OSWE Penetration Testing Certifications
GWAPT and OSWE are among the top certifications in security focused on penetration testers. Which would you choose to advance your career?