Penetration Testing
Penetration Testing, Security, Video Games,
The Truth of iOS Game Hacking in 2024
A common concept that comes up regarding hacking mobile and handheld devices is that iOS is innately more secure than Android. Now, in part, there is some truth to this. iOS hacking and iOS game hacking does have several barriers of entry to it, requiring a jailbroken iOS device to even begin the attempt. It’s also a closed system and ...
30 May 2024
Penetration Testing, Security,
NIS2 Security Directive Compliance: Everything Essential Entities Need to Know
Is your organisation prepared for the evolving cybersecurity landscape? The European Union recently introduced the NIS 2 Directive (NIS2) in 2023. This significant update to the original NIS Directive aims to strengthen the cybersecurity posture of essential entities across critical sectors. This article provides a clear overview of NIS2 and its implications for your organisation. We’ll also explore how Cyrex, ...
26 March 2024
Penetration Testing, Security,
DORA Compliance: Fortify Finance with Penetration Testing
The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), a new EU regulation enforcing stricter IT risk management procedures, will go into effect in January 2025 to protect financial systems from disruptions and cyberattacks. With cyberattacks on financial institutions on the rise, the average cost of a data breach in the financial industry worldwide reached a staggering 5.9 million U.S. dollars in 2023. ...
26 March 2024
AI Technology, Penetration Testing, Security,
How AI has Revolutionized Cyrex’ Penetration Testing
Introduction: How AI Impacts Penetration Testing at Cyrex AI is transforming various industries, including cybersecurity. In this blog, we’ll dive into how Cyrex has integrated AI, specifically ChatGPT, into our penetration testing processes. We’ll explore its benefits, limitations, and how it helps our security engineers stay one step ahead in the battle against cyber threats. Cyrex’ Attitude to ChatGPT in ...
16 February 2024
Bug Bounty, Penetration Testing, Security,
Bug Bounty Write-Up: Cyrex Engineers at Work
We often say that at Cyrex, our team live and breath cybersecurity and it’s no exaggeration! Our security engineers often seek out bug bounties and other challenges to support their ongoing careers and cybersecurity efforts. In this ongoing series, we’ll dive into some of the write-ups from our security engineers and show you a little of the talent that makes ...
11 January 2024
Blockchain, Penetration Testing, Security, Video Games,
Securing Your Blockchain Game Goes Beyond Smart Contracts
Why Blockchain Game Security Goes Beyond Smart Contracts When it comes to developing blockchain games, smart contract audits are just one piece of the puzzle. At Cyrex, we’ve been securing blockchain and Web3 games for years—and we’re seeing a critical gap in how studios are approaching game security. This blog explains why in-game security matters just as much as your ...
26 April 2023
Penetration Testing, Security,
Why You Need White Box Penetration Testing
What Is White Box Penetration Testing and Why Does It Matter? White box penetration testing is a comprehensive cybersecurity method where ethical hackers assess the internal workings of your application or system, including source code, APIs, and infrastructure. Unlike black or grey box testing, white box testing provides complete visibility, allowing for deeper vulnerability detection and stronger overall protection. The ...
19 April 2023