Hacker tools and techniques: Underground hacking sites

Hackers frequently update their attack tools, techniques and methods to find new ways to break into databases, networks and devices. Track their progress and the work of cybercrime investigators with the latest information on hacking groups, underground hacker sites and new hacker tools.

February 22, 2021 22 Feb'21
Chinese APT used stolen NSA exploit for years

Check Point's report details how a zero-day exploit credited to a Chinese nation-state threat group "is in fact a replica of an Equation Group exploit code-named 'EpMe.'"
February 09, 2021 09 Feb'21
Ninety percent of dark web hacking forum posts come from buyers

Positive Technologies built a picture of dark web hacking forums via data from the 10 active forums and over 8 million users, though the veracity of such posts remains unclear.
February 05, 2021 05 Feb'21
Risk & Repeat: Diving into the dark web

This week's Risk & Repeat podcast discusses the state of the dark web in 2021, how it has changed and what enterprises should know about the threats that exist there.
February 01, 2021 01 Feb'21
The dark web in 2021: Should enterprises be worried?

SearchSecurity spoke with multiple experts to find out how the dark web has changed, what the security risks are for enterprises and the value of dark web monitoring services.

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Essential instruments for a pen test toolkit

Does your penetration testing toolkit have the proper contents? Learn the must-have tool for any pen tester, as well as specific tools for wireless, network and web app pen testing. Continue Reading

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Red team vs. blue team vs. purple team: What's the difference?

Red team-blue team exercises simulate attacks on enterprise networks. What does each team do? Where do purple teams fit in? Find out here. Continue Reading
The implications of the NetSpectre vulnerability

The NetSpectre vulnerability could enable a slow leak of data remotely via side channels. Expert Michael Cobb explains why data on secure microprocessors is not actually safe. Continue Reading
How white hat hackers can tell you more than threat intelligence

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Cybercriminals have several methods at their disposal to hack and exploit credit card information. Learn about these, how to prevent them and what to do when hacked. Continue Reading
Phishing protection: Keep employees from getting hooked

Share this list of phishing techniques and detection tips to help employees avoid phishing schemes. Plus, review technologies to protect your enterprise from phishing attacks. Continue Reading
The Mirai IoT botnet holds strong in 2020

More than three years after its first appearance, the Mirai botnet is still one of the biggest threats to IoT. Learn about its variants and how to protect against them. Continue Reading