Buffer Overflow Attack Types and Prevention Methods | Ryan Clancy |Penetration Testing Buffer overflows are a type of security vulnerability that can occur when too much data is sent to a program or function, causing the memory buffer to overflow. An attacker can then use this excess data to execute malicious code and take control…
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Penetration Testing Best Practices for Conducting Effective Penetration Tests on Enterprise Networks | David Tidmarsh |Penetration Testing Penetration testing is an invaluable addition to any organization’s cybersecurity toolset. By conducting regular penetration testing, enterprises can discover and patch security issues before hackers detect and exploit them. However, not all penetration testing methods and strategies are…
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Firmware Security Risks and Best Practices for Protection Against Firmware Hacking | Ryan Clancy |Penetration Testing The term “firmware” usually refers to the low-level software that runs on electronic devices, such as computers and smartphones. Unlike more familiar software, firmware is often invisible to users and is not generally replaceable. Because of its hidden nature,…
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What is Cybersecurity? Definition, Meaning, and Purpose |Career and Leadership “Cybersecurity is much more than a matter of IT.” ― Stephane Nappo. As we progress in our digitalization, the chances of becoming a target to damaging cyberattacks increases. While there is no way to stop the occurrence, staying vigilant and adopting a holistic security approach…
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Components of an Enterprise Penetration Testing Report | Penetration Testing Penetration testing, also known as a pen test, is a simulated cyberattack against your network. It includes an analysis of the organization’s current security practices and recommendations for improving security. A pen test aims to identify vulnerabilities before malicious actors can exploit them. When the…
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CPENT Exam Preparation Notes and Guidance by Cybersecurity Expert | Alfred Basta |Penetration Testing As an author, professor, and researcher, I don multiple hats. I will share my Certified Penetration Testing Professional (C|PENT) exam preparation notes, my learning journey, and how I succeeded in acing the C|PENT examination. Even though I opted for the two…
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Pivoting to Access Networks in Penetration Testing | David Tidmarsh |Penetration Testing Penetration testing is the process of simulating a cyberattack against a computer system or network to identify and fix vulnerabilities. Pivoting in penetration testing is a technique in which the ethical hackers—also known as white-hat hackers—simulating the attack can move from one system…
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Internal and External Network Penetration Testing | Shelby Vankirk |Penetration Testing Organizations sometimes experience a network penetration incident they could have avoided if their security systems had been strengthened at the time of the attack. These incidents include information leaks, unauthorized access to network systems, and data loss. A penetration incident involves the intentional use…
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Nmap Scans for Cybersecurity and Penetration Testing | Sydney Chamberlain |Penetration Testing Nmap stands for “Network Mapper,” a free, open-source tool created in 1997. While nearly 25 years old, it remains the gold standard tool for vulnerability assessments, port scanning, and network mapping. While other tools (both free and paid) have come along offering similar…
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Five Reasons a Career in Penetration Testing Is the Next Big Thing Penetration testing is an extremely rewarding career path for cybersecurity professionals, offering fulfilling salaries and outstanding job security. Demand for penetration testers has remained high as multiple high-profile cybersecurity incidents have made their way into headlines in recent years—for example, when Russian hackers…
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