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13,000 Fake FIFAs: What the World Cup Scam Wave Teaches Every Brand About Its Real Attack Surface

Explore how the World Cup scam wave reveals vulnerabilities in domain protection, and learn effective EASM strategies for brand safety.

June 12, 2026

No Patch, No Workaround, Already Exploited: The Cisco SD-WAN Zero-Day That Proves NCSC’s Point

A zero-day vulnerability in Cisco’s SD-WAN has been exploited, stressing the urgency of proactive cybersecurity measures as per NCSC’s warnings.

June 11, 2026

You can’t patch what you can’t see: preparing for the NCSC vulnerability patch wave

You Can’t Patch What You Can’t See: Getting Ready for the NCSC’s Vulnerability Patch Wave

Explore the NCSC’s ‘Vulnerability Patch Wave’ campaign to enhance cybersecurity with proactive vulnerability management. Learn why visibility and prioritization are key to effective patching.

June 9, 2026

India Just Made Patching a 12-Hour Job, and the Rest of the World Will Follow

India’s CERT-In introduces a 12-hour critical patching mandate, reshaping global cybersecurity protocols in response to AI-driven threats.

June 8, 2026

The Page Is the Payload: How ChatGPhish Turns Every Web Summary You Ask For Into a Phishing Attack

Explore the emerging threat of ChatGPhish, a phishing attack exploiting AI-generated summaries, and learn how to protect yourself.

June 5, 2026

17 Million Routers, One Dutch Raid, and the Quiet Economy of Disguising Cybercrime as Your Neighbour’s Wi-Fi

A Dutch raid uncovered a staggering 17 million routers used in cybercrime, revealing a quiet economy where criminals exploit connectivity without users knowing. Learn how it happened and how to protect yourself.

June 4, 2026

Forged Cookies on the Front Door: Why CVE-2026-0257 Is the Worst Possible Bug in Your VPN Right Now

Explores CVE-2026-0257, a critical vulnerability in VPNs that could allow forged cookie attacks, posing serious security threats.

June 2, 2026

npm Finally Slammed the Door - But TrapDoor Walked Through Your AI Assistant Instead

Explore the dynamics of npm’s new security measures in juxtaposition with the emergence of the TrapDoor threat targeting AI assistants. Discover proactive strategies to safeguard your digital landscape.

June 1, 2026

18 Minutes Was Enough: What the GitHub Breach Says About the Software You Trust to Write Software

An analysis of the May 2026 GitHub breach, highlighting the vulnerabilities it exposed and lessons about software security.

May 29, 2026

Megalodon: How Infostealer Logs Likely Turned 5,561 GitHub Repos Into a Six-Hour Smash-and-Grab

Megalodon backdoored 5,561 GitHub repos in six hours in May 2026 using stolen tokens, likely from infostealer logs. What happened and how to respond.

May 28, 2026

48 Hours From Patch to Exploit: Why CVE-2026-9082 Is Hunting Your Drupal Sites Right Now

CVE-2026-9082 is a critical Drupal vulnerability. Exploitation began within 48 hours of disclosure. Act now to protect your sites.

May 26, 2026

Hackers Used AI to Develop First Known Zero-Day 2FA Bypass for Mass Exploitation

Exploring the implications of AI-driven zero-day 2FA bypass for mass exploitation and its impact on cybersecurity strategies.

May 25, 2026

Most Remediation Programs Never Confirm the Fix Actually Worked

Organisations often overlook validating if a fix for vulnerabilities is effective, leaving them exposed. This blog explores the verification gap, its risks, and offers a framework for ensuring remediation effectiveness.

May 22, 2026

What 45 Days of Watching Your Own Tools Will Tell You About Your Real Attack Surface

Understanding your real attack surface through 45 days of monitoring reveals hidden vulnerabilities and optimises security measures. Discover key insights and improve your cybersecurity posture.

May 20, 2026

From Phishing to Smishing: Addressing Mobile Threats with EASM

Explore the evolution from phishing to smishing in mobile threats and discover how External Attack Surface Management (EASM) provides proactive protection.

May 18, 2026

Cybersecurity Predictions for 2026: How EASM Will Lead the Charge

Explore cybersecurity predictions for 2026, focusing on how External Attack Surface Management (EASM) will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of digital security.

May 15, 2026

GlassWorm Returns: How Malicious VS Code Extensions Are Quietly Expanding Your Attack Surface

GlassWorm is a resurgence of malicious VS Code extensions that expands attack surfaces by targeting developer machines holding sensitive credentials and code, evading traditional security detection. Learn detection and mitigation tips.

May 13, 2026

How to Evaluate an Exposure Management Platform (And the Red Flags Most Buyers Miss)

A contrarian buyer’s guide to evaluating exposure management platforms, highlighting the critical features and red flags most buyers overlook.

May 11, 2026

Meet Nyx: Your AI Security Consultant, Built Into DarkInvader

Nyx is the new AI security consultant inside DarkInvader. It analyses every risk on your external attack surface, explains what it means, and tells you what to ask next.

May 6, 2026

Passkeys Over Passwords: The Future of Authentication in Protecting Digital Frontiers

Passkeys represent the future of secure authentication, replacing vulnerable passwords with device-specific cryptographic keys integrated with biometrics, promising enhanced security and user convenience.

May 4, 2026

Navigating Complex Geopolitical Threats: Defence Strategies Against China-Linked Cyber Networks

In this blog, we explore China-linked cyber threats, their risks, and comprehensive defence strategies including cyber hygiene, intelligence, and policy roles to combat these sophisticated threats.

May 1, 2026

Persistent Threats in Federal Systems: Lessons from the FIRESTARTER Backdoor Incident

An in-depth analysis of the FIRESTARTER backdoor incident exposing vulnerabilities in federal systems and outlining key lessons and strategies to enhance cybersecurity resilience.

April 29, 2026

Eliminate Ghost Identities Before They Expose Your Enterprise Data

Ghost identities are dormant or obsolete user accounts that pose significant risks to enterprise data security. Identifying and eliminating these accounts through audits, tools, and strict access controls is crucial to safeguard sensitive information.

April 27, 2026

How Nexcorium Targets IoT Devices for Cyber Attacks

Exploring how Nexcorium targets IoT devices for attacks, their tactics, and strategies to mitigate these cyber threats.

April 24, 2026

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