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Penetration Testing Frequency and Your Organization

Penetration testing, also known as pen testing is a simulated cyber attack that aims to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the security system. It is an important tool for organizations to assess and improve their security posture, as well as... Read More

Penetration Testing VS Vulnerability Scanning

Explaining the differences between vulnerability scanning and penetration testing is something that gets asked often. While both techniques are important for identifying vulnerabilities in an organization’s systems and networks, they serve different purposes and provide different levels of depth. Read... Read More

Rules of Engagement and Their Importance

We constantly conduct penetration tests for clients to identify and address vulnerabilities in their systems. But before we begin the testing, it’s crucial to establish rules of engagement (ROE) to ensure a safe and controlled test environment. Think of an... Read More

The Overlooked Risk – Physical Security

As a business owner or manager, it’s easy to focus on digital security threats like cyberattacks and data breaches. However, physical security is just as important, if not more so, for protecting your business’s assets and employees. Imagine a burglar... Read More

OSINT and Your Organization

We often discuss the importance of OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence) in cyber threat intelligence. But what exactly is OSINT, and why should an organization care? Read on to get a high-level view of the concepts and its applicability in securing an... Read More

Defense in Depth and Why You Should Care

At Threat Potential, we often talk about the importance of defense in depth for organizations. But what exactly is defense in depth, and why should your organization care? Defense in depth is a comprehensive approach to cybersecurity that utilizes multiple... Read More

Ransomware – Why You Need Offline Backups

At Threat Potential, we see firsthand the devastating effects of ransomware attacks on businesses and individuals. Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts a victim’s files, demanding a ransom from the victim to restore access to the data. Unfortunately,... Read More

External VS Internal Pen Test – How to choose with a limited budget

As a business owner, it is important to regularly assess the security of your network and systems. One way to do this is by conducting a penetration test, which simulates a cyber-attack to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses. However, with a... Read More

Dangers of Internet of Things (IoT) devices

The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the interconnected network of physical devices, vehicles, buildings, and other objects that are embedded with sensors, software, and network connectivity, allowing them to collect and exchange data. These devices range from smart thermostats... Read More

Tips To Improve Employee Security Awareness

At Threat Potential, we understand the importance of employee security awareness in protecting against cyberattacks. With the increasing number of phishing scams and malware attacks, it’s crucial for employees to be knowledgeable about online security best practices. Just as you... Read More