Vulnerability-Assessment

Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Basics Ethical hacking is the practice of testing a computer system, network, or application with permission to find security weaknesses before bad actors do. Penetration testing is a structured form of this work that follows a plan, uses real-world techniques, and produces practical fixes. The aim is to improve security without disrupting daily operations. To stay within the law and protect people’s privacy, always get written authorization and define the test scope. A good test respects data, limits access, and logs every action. Before you begin, agree on goals, time frames, and what kind of report the client will receive. ...

Offensive Security: Penetration Testing Best Practices Penetration testing, or pentesting, helps organizations discover weaknesses before real attackers do. Following best practices keeps tests useful and safe. A solid engagement starts with clear goals, defined scope, and written authorization. Plan and scope A good plan reduces risk and guides the work. Before testing begins, confirm who has approval, what systems are in scope, and what methods are allowed. Agree on time limits, data handling rules, and how findings will be shared. ...

DevSecOps: Integrating Security into CI/CD DevSecOps blends development, operations, and security to protect software from the start. It means that security checks happen as code is written, built, tested, and deployed. The goal is to catch problems early, reduce risks, and keep delivery fast and reliable. Teams that practice DevSecOps treat security as a shared responsibility, not a final hurdle. Shift-left security is at the core. Developers receive practical guidance and automated tests that run in every pipeline. When a commit triggers a build, security checks should run alongside tests. Clear feedback helps engineers fix issues quickly, without slowing down the team. By design, policies are repeatable and enforceable, so security becomes part of the workflow, not an afterthought. ...