5 Minutes With… Alton Johnson, Founder & General Manager at Vonahi Security
In the latest instalment of our cybersecurity industry executive interview series we speak to Alton Johnson (pictured) Founder & General Manager at Vonahi Security, about the firm’s vPenTest solution, dispel the the biggest myths about automated penetration testing, the shift towards automated platforms and the growing presence of AI… Vonahi Security was started out of […]
The top pentest findings attackers love to exploit in 2025
Vonahi’s 2025 Pentest Report reveals the top vulnerabilities attackers repeatedly exploit and shows why continuous network pentesting is crucial for businesses worldwide. Cybercrime has become one of the most pressing threats facing businesses around the world. Global forecasts predict that by 2025, cybercrime will cost an estimated 10.5 trillion dollars each year. Despite this, penetration […]
A CISO’s playbook for winning the Board’s trust
Turn security updates into strategic boardroom decisions. Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue – it’s a boardroom priority. Regulators demand accountability, investors expect defensibility, and boards want clarity on how security supports business outcomes. The challenge: most CISOs struggle to frame technical risk in terms that resonate with directors. The result? Lost trust, […]
100 UK CISOs have spoken: State of Pentesting 2025
UK security teams are rethinking pentesting – beyond just tools. Frequency, ownership, and how testing fits into the broader security programme are all under the microscope. The State of Pentesting 2025 Report – UK Edition draws on insights from 100 UK enterprise CISOs to uncover: Download the report now to see how your testing strategy stacks up.
Benchmark yourself – State of Pentesting 2025 Report- UK Edition
How does your pentesting strategy measure up against your peers? Pentera surveyed 100 CISOs across the UK. The result: the State of Pentesting 2025 Report. A sharp, data-backed look at how leading UK enterprises are testing security controls in the real world. Join Pentera on September 18 to unpack the key insights: Benchmark your security testing against […]
PEN TESTING MONTH: Automated vs. Manual – Striking the right balance for continuous threat visibility
As cybersecurity threats grow in scale and sophistication, the tools and methods used to defend against them must evolve. For organisations attending the Cyber Secure Forum, balancing regulatory pressure, operational demands, and limited security budgets, the choice between automated and manual penetration is a strategic concern. Automated pen testing tools, or more accurately, automated vulnerability […]
PEN TESTING MONTH: Why internal testing is critical in the age of insider threats and hybrid workforces
As organisations adapt to hybrid working models and more complex IT ecosystems, the historic notion of perimeter defence has all but dissolved. Today, some of the most significant threats come from within the network, and internal penetration testing is fast becoming a vital tool in identifying them. Insider threats, whether malicious or accidental, pose a […]
PEN TESTING MONTH: Red Team vs. Blue Team – How simulated attacks are cyber defences
Mature organisations attending the Cyber Secure Forum in both the public and private sectors are increasingly turning to red teaming and blue teaming (simulated attack and defence exercises) to rigorously test their cyber resilience. Red team exercises mimic real-world attackers. These ethical hackers use the same tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) as cybercriminals, e.g. phishing, […]
August 2025 is Penetration Testing Month on Cyber Security Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Cyber Security Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the cyber security market – and in August we’re focussing on Penetration Testing solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help IT security buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a Penetration […]
The Future of Network Pentesting: Automating Security with vPenTest
Traditional network penetration testing is no longer enough. It is manual, time-consuming, expensive, and typically conducted only once a year. Meanwhile, cyber threats evolve constantly and take advantage of gaps the moment they appear. Automated network penetration testing platforms like vPenTest are reshaping this landscape by enabling faster, scalable, and more frequent security assessments. 1. […]