Static Application Security Testing

WP-DB-Injection-KrishnaG-CEO

WordPress db Injection: A Comprehensive Guide for Pen Testers and C-Suite

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WordPress, which began as a simple blogging platform in 2003, has evolved into one of the most widely used content management systems (CMS) globally. Currently powering over 40% of websites, WordPress has become synonymous with digital publishing—ranging from small personal blogs to large-scale enterprise solutions. For many C-level executives, WordPress represents an agile, cost-effective solution to rapidly establish and manage an online presence.
However, with extensive adoption comes amplified risk. The same features that make WordPress easy to use—such as its vibrant plugin ecosystem and open-source nature—can also create ripe opportunities for attackers to exploit vulnerabilities. WordPress database injection, often referred to more broadly as SQL injection (SQLi), stands out as a critical concern. Attackers who successfully execute a database injection can gain unauthorised access to sensitive data, manipulate website content, or even pivot to other parts of the organisation’s network.
WordPress relies on a MySQL (or MariaDB) database to store content, user data, plugin settings, and other critical information. An SQL injection attack leverages insecure code or configurations to inject malicious SQL queries into the database, allowing attackers to read, modify, or even delete data, and in some extreme cases, compromise the server itself.

Logic-Bombs-KrishnaG-CEO

Logic Bombs: A Silent Threat to C-Level Executives

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In cyber warfare, where the lines between offence and defence constantly blur, a particularly insidious threat looms large: the logic bomb. These malicious code snippets, embedded within legitimate applications, scripts, or systems, are designed to unleash destructive payloads under specific conditions or triggers. For C-level executives responsible for their organisation’s security and reputation, understanding the nature, implications, and countermeasures of logic bombs is paramount.

A logic bomb is a time bomb waiting to go off within a computer system. Code remains dormant until a predetermined condition matches, such as a specific date, time, event, or data input. Once the trigger is pulled, the bomb explodes, executing its malicious payload, which can range from data deletion or corruption to system shutdown or network sabotage.

Mobile-App-Spoofing-KrishnaG-CEO

Mobile App Spoofing: A Growing Threat to C-Suite Executives

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Mobile app spoofing involves creating fake or malicious applications that impersonate legitimate apps to deceive users into downloading and installing them. These counterfeit apps can be used to steal sensitive data, compromise devices, or perpetrate financial fraud. For C-suite executives, who often handle highly confidential information and make critical business decisions, the consequences of falling victim to app spoofing can be severe.

PenTest-Search-GPT-KrishnaG-CEO

Penetration Testing the SearchGPT: A Shield for MSMEs

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Protecting MSMEs with Penetration Testing

To effectively protect MSMEs using SearchGPT, penetration testing should focus on the following areas:

SearchGPT Configuration: Ensuring optimal security settings and configurations.

Data Protection: Safeguarding sensitive data through encryption and access controls.

User Education: Raising awareness about cyber threats and best practices.

Incident Response Planning: Developing a comprehensive plan for handling security incidents.

Regular Testing: Conducting penetration tests on a regular basis to identify emerging threats.

AST-KrishnaG-CEO

Application Security Testing: A Cornerstone of Modern Business

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Application Security Testing (AST) emerges as a critical discipline to safeguard digital assets and mitigate risks.