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Quick Start Guide to Ethical Hacking

In this Guide to Ethical Hacking, Matt Ford of Foursys sets out the definition, goals and processes involved in the use of ethical hacking. Using practical examples, the guide covers the 5 key phases of hacking typically used by hackers to gain access to networks that IT Administrators all too often believe are secure.

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The increasing reliance on digital technology has made cybersecurity a critical concern for organizations worldwide. While technological advancements have provided businesses with unprecedented opportunities, they have also exposed them to a myriad of cyber threats. In this context, human error has emerged as a significant vulnerability. While an overwhelming majority of the human error related wrong decisions are unintentional, they can happen to anyone. This whitepaper aims to provide a comprehensive approach to closing the human error gap in cybersecurity, focusing on both cybersecurity awareness training and proactive security measures that minimize the need for users to be cyber smart.

DeltaV SIS™ and Cybersecurity

whitePaper | November 28, 2019

Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) are designed to keep processes safe, especially during critical situations. With this concept in mind, it is paramount that the SIS components are not taken down due to cyber-threats. The purpose of this white paper is to explain, in detail, the Emerson approach for cybersecurity as well as the built-in security features available within the DeltaV SIS process safety system.

Nasuni Access Anywhere Security Model

whitePaper | December 20, 2022

The Nasuni Access Anywhere add-on service delivers high-performance, VPN-less file access for remote and hybrid users, integrates an organization’s file shares with Microsoft Teams, and provides productivity tools such as desktop synchronization and external file and folder sharing to enhance user productivity and provide access to files seamlessly from anywhere on any device. This white paper outlines the security elements of the Nasuni Access Anywhere service.

Scenarios for the Future of Cybercrime - White Paper for Decision Makers

whitePaper | January 28, 2020

Project 2020 is an initiative of the International Cyber Security Protection Alliance (ICSPA). Its aim is to anticipate the future of cybercrime, enabling governments, businesses and citizens to prepare themselves for the challenges and opportunities of the coming decade. It comprises a range of activities, including common threat reporting, scenario exercises, policy guidance and capacity building.

Cybersecurity - for safe and secure mobility

whitePaper | June 6, 2022

In a world that is increasingly connected and digital, cybersecurity is no longer simply an operational requirement – it is an economic necessity that is vital to the ongoing health of any business.

HackerPowered Security Report 2022 By HackerOne

whitePaper | March 14, 2023

Security automation cannot replace the creativity of humans. In fact, 92% of ethical hackers say they can find vulnerabilities scanners can’t. For the past six years, we’ve been surveying hackers to learn more about how they see the evolving security testing industry. We combine these insights with the world’s largest dataset of vulnerabilities to identify trends that inform our customers how to build an impactful security strategy.

Quick Start Guide to Ethical Hacking