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Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS) must align with core industry standards, regulations, and certifications. This is usually done to meet legal compliance, uphold industry standards, build trust, and ensure service quality for customers. In this article, we look at how CREST, DORA, GDPR, and I

There are three key elements that, when combined, support the planning of a bug bounty program to attract the right researchers. These three components are the attack surface, security maturity, and asset complexity. In this article, we explore each of these elements, how they impact one another, an

Reputation – What is CREST?   CREST is the gold standard for quality assurance accreditation in the cybersecurity industry. It is a globally recognised not-for-profit cybersecurity authority that rigorously assesses organisations against stringent standards for quality, technical proficiency, and op

CVSS stands for "Common Vulnerability Scoring System". The CVSS framework is an open cyber security framework owned by a US-based non-profit organization "Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams" (FIRST). The mission of FIRST is to help worldwide cyber security response teams quickly and easil

Intigriti, a global crowdsourced security provider, is delighted to announce that it is now CREST accredited. Who is CREST? CREST, a globally recognised not-for-profit authority in cyber security, rigorously assesses organisations against stringent standards for quality, technical proficiency, and o

We’re pleased to share a significant new change to our platform for companies.  Our goal is to empower our customers with clear, actionable insights into their attack surface. We aim to create a platform where managing your digital footprint is intuitive, collaboration is effective, and understandin

What defines a security maturity posture?   A security maturity posture refers to an organization’s ability to detect, manage, and mitigate security vulnerabilities and risks. It reflects how well the organization applies programs, processes, and controls to protect its assets and data. Generally, a

As we have entered Q2 2025, let's dive into key improvements and new features introduced on the Intigriti platform in Q1, the value they bring, and how they positively impact your operation. Refined control for companies  Intigriti has rolled out several new features, designed to provide organizatio

What’s the difference between a risk, threat, and a vulnerability? A risk, according to NIST, is defined as ‘An effect of uncertainty on or within information and technology. Cybersecurity risks relate to the loss of confidentiality, integrity, or availability of information, data, or information (o

The Intigriti team have recently observed an abuse scenario, trending across the industry, where malicious actors are posing as legitimate white-hat hackers, deceiving targeted companies into believing their actions are carried out in good faith. Bad actors will always try to exploit the system, in

Why is the retail industry being targeted? Large-scale operations and the extensive attack surface of the retail industry render it particularly susceptible to cybercrime, on a global scale. Websites, mobile apps, and company programs create numerous entry points for malicious actors. The high volum

The financial services industry continues to be hit hard by malicious actors, with the average cost of a data breach in the sector increasing to $6.08 million in 2024, up from $5.90 million in 2023.  Given that nearly 1 in 4 financial businesses have fallen victim to a data breach, it’s no wonder th

Driven by the adoption of cloud services, increasingly complex SaaS ecosystems, and the reliance on open-source components, the software industry isn't slowing down. But with innovation comes risk: vulnerabilities are being exploited at an alarming rate, threatening billions of dollars in operations

Pentesting-as-a-Service is your next crucial layer of security For businesses dedicated to their security, they’ll know that truly mature infrastructure doesn’t involve just one kind of protection. Vulnerability scanners, firewalls, periodic penetration tests, and bug bounties are all independent la

Our researcher community is the beating heart of our bug bounty platform, identifying hard-to-find vulnerabilities and improving security for our customers. Investing in this community isn’t just something we do—it’s at the very core of how we operate.  But what does it mean to truly invest in a com

The foundation of a successful partnership is a shared commitment to mutual growth – this is something we firmly believe at Intigriti. As part of this commitment, we’re showcasing the many ways we invest in our customers when they invest in us. In part three of our blog series, we’re highlighting ho

Today, January 17, 2025, marks a pivotal moment for the EU financial sector as the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) officially comes into effect. Designed to combat the growing threat of cyberattacks, DORA sets a new standard for cybersecurity resilience across financial institutions and th

In an industry where security needs evolve as rapidly as the threats themselves, standing still isn't an option. At Intigriti, our commitment to innovation goes beyond mere product development – it's about making strategic investments in solutions that truly matter to our customers and the broader s

As we step into 2025, many of us are setting resolutions to improve, grow, and achieve more. At Intigriti, we’re doing the same—but with a twist. Our commitment isn’t just about us - it’s about you. When you invest in us, we invest in you.  This year, we’re kicking off a blog series to showcase how

2024 has been a tumultuous year in cybersecurity with numerous significant data breaches compromising sensitive information and affecting millions globally. While these breaches have caused significant harm, they offer an opportunity to learn and strengthen your defenses. These incidents underscore