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Deep dives, expert analysis, and practical guidance on exposure management, adversarial validation, and the future of AI-driven exposure management.
The 5 Phases of Penetration Testing Explained
Every penetration test moves through five phases: reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation, post-exploitation, and reporting. Here is what happens in each, with real tool output.
PCI DSS v4.0 Changes: Pen Testing & Vulnerability Management Explained
The PCI DSS v4.0 Changes usher in a new era of proactive payment security under the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) v4.0. While PCI DSS v3.2.1 is retired on March 31, 2024, specific v4.0 requirements are enacted after a one-year grace period. This article delves into the criti
Top 15 Vulnerability Management Tools for Businesses in 2025 (Reviewed & Ranked)
You searched for vulnerability management tools but got vulnerability scanners instead, thinking they were the same. While procurement or finance teams might mistakenly equate the two, they serve different functions and offer different levels of security assurance. As cyber threats become more sophi
What Is Penetration Testing? Types, Process, and Phases Explained
Penetration testing is an authorized simulated attack that proves which weaknesses an attacker can actually exploit. Here are the types, the process, and what real findings look like.
Top 5 CVEs and Vulnerabilities of May 2024
May brought a fresh batch of security headaches. This month, we're focusing on critical vulnerabilities in widely used software like Apache, Gitlab, and Github. These flaws could allow attackers to steal data, hijack systems, or wreak havoc in your network. Let's break down the top 5 CVEs you need t
CTEM (Continuous Threat Exposure Management) - The Ultimate Guide for CISOs
Cybersecurity defenses have evolved from firewalls to red teaming, yet breaches still make headlines. Why? Because piecemeal security strategies leave blind spots. This is where Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) changes the game. Instead of reacting after an attack, CTEM delivers ongoing
Customized Vulnerability Management Dashboard for CISOs
CISOs need a central hub to visualize critical security data. Strobes vulnerability management dashboard helps create impactful VM CISO dashboards, turning complex data into actionable insights. This guide shows you how to leverage Strobes RBVM’s features to build dashboards that exceed industry sta
Key CTEM Metrics: Measuring the Effectiveness of Your Continuous Threat Exposure Management Program
According to a new market research report published by Global Market Estimates, the global continuous threat exposure management (CTEM) market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.1% from 2024 to 2029. This significant rise suggests a growing demand for CTEM solutions, which help organizations ident
Adaptive Service Level Agreements (SLA) for Vulnerability Management- A strobes Guide
Traditionally, organizations have often relied on a standardized SLA for vulnerability management, imposing identical remediation timelines across all teams and vulnerabilities. This approach suffers from several shortcomings: Overwhelm and Discouragement: Teams with limited resources struggle to me
Open Source Security: How Strobes Integrates Security into Your Dev Workflow
Cloud-native development thrives on open source software (OSS). It offers readily available, pre-built components that accelerate development lifecycles. However, this very advantage presents a significant Open Source Security challenge for DevSecOps: OSS security vulnerabilities. A single critical
A Closer Look at Top 5 Vulnerabilities of April 2024
Keeping pace with the latest cybersecurity threats is vital for organizations of all sizes. Here at Strobes, our security team has assembled a list of the top 5 most critical Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) discovered in April 2024. By staying informed about these vulnerabilities, you ca
Penetration Testing Report: Key Elements You Can't Miss
You've invested in a Penetration Testing Report. Great news! You've taken a crucial step towards shoring up your organization's security. But the battle isn't over yet. That hefty penetration testing report you just received holds the key to unlocking the true value of the pentest. The question is,