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At VSec, we are a leading cyber security company, dedicated to providing comprehensive solutions to safeguard your organization against digital threats. Our team consists of highly experienced professionals, including top bug bounty hunters from around the world and senior security consultants. We are passionate about our craft and take pride in making a difference.

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What We Do

At VSec, we offer a range of services to address your cyber security needs:

Penetration Testing

We conduct comprehensive penetration testing, both externally and internally, to identify potential areas of risk in your systems and provide actionable feedback.

Continuous Threat Hunting

Our expert team is dedicated to continuously simulating malicious attackers and hunting for potential threats. With a deep understanding of the evolving threat landscape, we leverage our bug bounty and ethical hacking expertise to identify vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.

The Importance of Secure Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

28.06.2023

4 min read

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Rafael Silva

This blog post highlights the significance of integrating security practices into the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). It emphasizes the need to address security from the early stages of development to minimize the cost and impact of security flaws. The post outlines the phases of a secure SDLC, including planning, design, implementation, verification, and release. It also emphasizes the importance of security education for all team members involved. By adopting a secure SDLC approach, organizations can ensure their software is not only...

Understanding and Mitigating XSS Vulnerabilities in WordPress Themes: A Deep Dive into CVE-2021-24316

03.10.2024

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Raul Fanti

This post examines Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in WordPress, focusing on CVE-2021-24316 in the Mediumish theme. We explore how attackers can exploit improper input handling to inject malicious scripts via URL parameters, compromising both users and websites. We provide strategies to prevent XSS attacks, including regular updates, WAF deployment, and input sanitization.

Avoiding Data Breaches: The Power of Pentest

23.10.2024

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Raul Fanti

Pentesting is a vital practice that shields organizations from potential data breaches by identifying and addressing security issues. Through simulated attacks, pentesters and ethical hackers uncover vulnerabilities that could otherwise be exploited by cybercriminals, helping businesses strengthen their defenses, safeguard sensitive data, and avoid costly financial and reputational damages. By integrating regular pentests into your security strategy, you can stay ahead of cyber threats and ensure your organization remains resilient against emerging risks.

Preventing Phishing Attacks: Know the Signs and Stay Safe

12.11.2024

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Raul Fanti

Learn how to spot and avoid phishing attacks to keep your personal information secure. With the rise of technology, cyber criminals have found new ways to deceive people and steal their personal information and money. Phishing is one of the most common and effective techniques used by scammers, and it's important to understand what it is and how to prevent falling for their traps. In this post, we'll cover the basics of phishing, the different types of attacks, how to identify them and stay safe online.

Understanding DevSecOps: How It Works and Benefits Your Organization

05.12.2024

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Raul Fanti

This article introduces DevSecOps, which integrates security throughout software development. With the rise of agile and DevOps, security has become essential. DevSecOps makes security a core part of development and operations by shifting it left. We'll cover its principles, tools, benefits, challenges, and implementation steps for teams at all levels.

Understanding Deepfakes: The Technology, Risks, and Implications for Cybersecurity

20.12.2024

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Raul Fanti

This article explains what deepfakes are and how the technology works. It covers the algorithms and AI used to create them, the security and privacy risks they pose, such as fraud and misinformation, and the impact on digital trust. We also discuss ways to detect and protect against malicious deepfake use. A must-read for understanding the cybersecurity challenges deepfakes present.

How SSRF Can Compromise Internal Systems: Lessons from CVE-2021-40438

09.01.2025

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Raul Fanti

In this article, we explore Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF), a vulnerability that allows attackers to trick servers into making unintended requests to internal resources. CVE-2021-40438 in Apache exploits improper URL validation, enabling attackers to redirect servers to external resources. To prevent SSRF, developers should implement strict input validation, network segmentation, whitelisting, and ensure regular software updates.