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Mobile Apps Security Testing: A Shield Against App Store Fraud Attacks

8 September 20248 September 2024 by

Mobile applications have become integral to our lives in today’s digital age. From banking to gaming, shopping to socialising, we rely on these apps for almost everything. However, with the increasing popularity of mobile apps, the risk of fraud attacks has also escalated. One of the most common avenues for fraudsters is through app stores. Mobile application security and penetration testing are essential to mitigate this risk.

Firmware Vulnerabilities: A C-Suite Perspective

1 September 2024 by

Firmware vulnerabilities arise from security gaps in embedded software’s code or design. Adversaries can exploit these security risks.

The 5 Biggest Cyber Threats for Financial Services

24 August 2024 by

The financial services industry, a cornerstone of modern economies, is a prime target for cybercriminals. The allure of vast sums of money, sensitive personal data, and the intricate web of interconnected systems makes it a lucrative hunting ground. This blog delves into the five most significant cyber threats facing financial institutions, providing insights into their modus operandi, potential impact, and strategies for mitigation.

Cyber Threats in Healthcare: A Critical Issue for MSMEs

23 August 202423 August 2024 by

Cybercriminals are opportunistic. They target organisations of all sizes, but healthcare MSMEs, with their rich trove of sensitive patient data, are particularly attractive.

Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) Side-Channel Attacks: A Deep Dive for C-Suite Executives

21 August 2024 by

Understanding the fundamental principles of SMT is essential to grasping the nature of SMT side-channel attacks. A processor’s physical core can be divided into multiple logical cores, each capable of executing a separate thread of instructions. This lets the processor handle various tasks simultaneously, improving overall system performance.