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What the experts say: Machine learning in offensive security
In this third installment, we stop talking and start listening. We asked seasoned offensive security professionals how they actually use machine learning in the field. Their verdict? ML works, when it’s focused. From spotting phishing entry points to flagging suspicious authentication patterns, the value is real. But it’s not magic. Used blindly, it adds noise. Used wisely, it accelerates analysts.
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Breaking down the 5 most common SQL injection attacks
In this ongoing battle, organizations and offensive security pros grapple with many questions: Why do these attacks persist? What are the most prevalent types of SQL injection attacks? And, most importantly, how do we prevent them effectively? You’ll get answers to these burning questions (and more!) in this practical guide.
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How to do a full website vulnerability assessment with Pentest-Tools.com
As a pentester, I have a good day when my workflow is smooth and uninterrupted. Pushing routine tasks to the background (sweet automation!) helps me stay focused. It frees up my mind to work on interesting findings and attack sequences that not everyone can see. Plus, it feels good to be productive and get stuff done!
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How and why we built the Kubernetes Vulnerability Scanner
We began developing the Kubernetes Scanner with a focus on black and gray box remote scanning scenarios, as these are the most common among bug bounty hunters, pentesters, and red-teamers. We believe our Kubernetes Vulnerability Scanner is a state of the art improvement for its category of tools, but we don’t plan to stop here. We have a range of improvements in mind, from new detections and exploits to better integrations with other tools that will make this scanner an even more important asset for our customers.
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70+ hacking books to level up your skills and thinking
What you feed your mind gets reflected in your choices. We curated a list of books that can get focus your energy on your next big challenge, get you out of a rut, or give you the space you need to tinker with your next project.
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