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Apache Log4j
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Apache Log4j Vulnerability

A severe vulnerability has been identified in the Apache Log4j.  Apache Log4j is very broadly used in a variety of consumer and enterprise services, websites, and applications—as well as in operational technology products—to log security and performance information.  A bug in Log4j Java (Log4j 2.0-beta9 through 2.14.1) library is being used to provide hackers the ability to takeover systems without any form of authentication.

Raine Streicher
Raine Streicher
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Penetration Test Versus Vulnerability Scan
Cyber Awareness, Advice, cybersecurity

What’s the Difference Between a Vulnerability Scan and a PEN Test?

We find that often customers become confused between a Vulnerability Scan and a Penetration (PEN) test.  We’ve created this table below to show the differences. 
 
Basically, a  vulnerability scan is an automated, high-level test that looks for and reports potential vulnerabilities.
 
A penetration test is a detailed hands-on examination by an actual person that tries to detect and exploit weaknesses in your system.
 
These tests are good steps to maintain Cybersecurity compliance
Rylee Wedekind
Rylee Wedekind
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