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Deep dives, expert analysis, and practical guidance on exposure management, adversarial validation, and the future of AI-driven exposure management.

New FeatureProduct Updates

Introducing Strobes Enhanced Role-Based Access Control: Dynamic Asset Permissions

At Strobes, we're committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We're thrilled to unveil our latest platform enhancement: Dynamic Asset Permissions. This feature is designed to transform how organizations manage user access, providing a level of control and flexibility that meets today’s c

Sep 24, 20245 min

Vulnerability Management

Top 5 Vulnerability Management Mistakes Companies Make (Plus a Bonus Mistake to Avoid)

Are you confident your vulnerability management solution is truly effective, or do you sometimes feel it’s falling short? Many companies invest time and resources in securing their systems, yet vulnerability management mistakes can leave them exposed to unseen threats. Whether you're refining an exi

Sep 13, 202417 min

Penetration Testing

Penetration Testing Standards: PTES, OSSTMM, NIST, and OWASP

PTES, OSSTMM, NIST SP 800-115, and the OWASP guides are the four standards behind professional pentesting. Here is what each covers, how they stack, and how to spot a vendor faking it.

Sep 12, 20245 min

CybersecurityData Breaches

Top Data Breaches in 2024 [Month-wise]

A data breach. Headlines scream, investors and customers panic, fingers get pointed, and goodwill gets affected. Do you know how much a data breach can affect a company? Data breaches have become a constant threat in our ever-connected world, and 2024 has been no different. From tech giants to gover

Sep 10, 202435 min

CVE

Top 5 CVEs and Vulnerabilities of August 2024: Key Threats and How to Respond

Vulnerabilities of August 2024 have included some of the most eye-opening issues to surface, catching the attention of security experts across the globe. These aren't just numbers in a database they represent real challenges that need swift attention. In this post, we'll break down the top CVEs and

Sep 3, 20247 min

Data Breaches

Data Breaches for the Month August 2024

This month has been a challenging month for organizations worldwide as several high-profile data breaches occur and become headlines. These incidents have not only exposed sensitive information but also highlighted ongoing security weaknesses across industries. From large corporations to smaller bus

Sep 2, 20245 min

Penetration TestingOffensive Security

DAST vs Penetration Testing vs Agentic Pentesting

DAST scans running apps automatically, pentesting adds human exploitation, and agentic pentesting is the AI-driven third category. Here is how all three compare on depth and frequency.

Aug 28, 20245 min

IntegrationsProduct Updates

Strengthening API Security with AppSentinels Integration in the Strobes Platform

APIs are the backbone of apps and cloud services, making everything work seamlessly behind the scenes. But with their power comes a unique set of security challenges that can't be overlooked. As businesses increasingly depend on APIs to fuel their digital growth, safeguarding these critical links ha

Aug 28, 20247 min

Product Updates

Enhanced User Access: More Control, More Security with Strobes

At Strobes, we’re redefining how you manage access control security with a game-changing upgrade to our role management system. Consider a platform where every user has exactly the permissions they need and nothing more, where navigating the system is a breeze, and security is tighter than ever. Tha

Aug 26, 20247 min

Penetration Testing

Web Application Penetration Testing: Steps & Test Cases

How secure are your web applications, really? Consider the risk of a malicious actor exploiting hidden vulnerabilities before you have the chance to address them. Web Application Penetration Testing is crucial for discovering these weaknesses. By simulating real-world attacks and using well-structur

Aug 21, 202414 min

Vulnerability IntelligenceVulnerability Management

CVE-2024-38063: An In-Depth Look at the Critical Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

CVE-2024-38063: An In-Depth Look at the Critical Remote Code Execution Vulnerability In a recent security advisory, Microsoft disclosed a high-severity vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-38063. This critical Remote Code Execution (RCE) flaw, rated with a CVSS score of 9.8, poses a significant risk

Aug 16, 20244 min

CTEM

Strobes Integrates with Azure Repos: Enhancing Code Security

As software development reaches new heights, ensuring the security and management of your code is more crucial than ever. Seeing the need of the hour, Strobes CTEM is now integrated with Azure Repos! This integration propels Strobes capabilities to new levels, combining Azure Repos stellar version c

Aug 14, 20247 min