Cybersecurity Blog
When Hertz suffered a data breach through its managed file transfer system, the headlines focused on the technical details: two zero-day vulnerabilities, remote code execution, and stolen data. We’re not here to blame Hertz; no company is immune to cyberattacks, and zero-days by nature…
Small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) face a unique security challenge: they have valuable data and operations to protect, but far fewer resources than large enterprises. Every dollar spent on cybersecurity must deliver maximum value, especially for something as specialized (and potentially expensive) as penetration testing.…
In politics, “trust but verify” became famous as a reminder that even friendly relationships need fact-checking. In cybersecurity, it’s more than a catchy phrase; it’s a survival skill. For security leaders, especially in small to mid-sized businesses, it’s easy to feel confident when you’ve…
In today’s cybersecurity world, security operations teams are surrounded by more tools, dashboards, and alerts than ever before. SIEMs collect and analyze data from across the entire network, endpoint tools monitor user behavior and system changes, and automated alerts run continuously around the clock. But…
In today’s fast-evolving cybersecurity landscape, organizations face an ever-growing list of threats: ransomware, phishing, zero-days, supply chain attacks, and more. To defend against these dangers, one of the foundational steps is conducting a vulnerability assessment. But many people confuse this critical process with simply…
The recent disclosure of a critical vulnerability affecting millions of Brother printers, one that cannot be patched, has sparked serious concern among IT and security professionals. It’s a stark reminder that not every security flaw can be resolved through a software update or firmware fix.…
Recently, on the MainNerve podcast, we had the privilege of hosting Ayman Elsawah, an experienced offensive security expert known for helping companies build security programs that are not just effective but also sustainable. His perspective on choosing a penetration tester? Direct, refreshing, and incredibly…
In today’s digital landscape, cyberattacks are relentless, sophisticated, and increasingly costly. Yet, many government regulations designed to protect sensitive data and critical infrastructure fall short, not because they lack good intentions, but because they fail to explicitly require penetration testing as a standard practice. This regulatory ambiguity…
Every IT manager knows the drill. You schedule your annual penetration test, the security team arrives, runs their tools, and delivers a comprehensive report detailing vulnerabilities and recommendations. You check the compliance box, file the report, and get back to your daily grind. Fast…
When a major brand like Victoria’s Secret, MGM, or T-Mobile gets hacked, it’s all over the news. These companies are household names, and a breach affecting them often exposes millions of customer records, making it a national, or even global, story. But what about small…
Choosing a penetration tester isn’t just about credentials or price; it’s about trust, depth, and the results they deliver. In today’s rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, selecting the right penetration testing partner is more critical than ever. At MainNerve, we’ve witnessed significant shifts in the…
Cybersecurity threats in 2025 are evolving faster than most organizations can keep pace with. In early 2025, a global financial institution paid out a staggering $75 million following a ransomware attack. The cause? A single, compromised endpoint tied to a legacy application that had gone…
