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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Aug 11

Weak, reused, or breached passwords can compromise your entire network.

Our Password Audit for Active Directory uncovers risky credentials, exposed logins, and poor policies, with findings delivered in real time via our portal!

Learn more: https://securebytes.co.uk/password-audit

securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Aug 6

securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Aug 4

Our Red Teaming engagements simulate sophisticated attacks, from phishing to lateral movement, to test your defences, detection capabilities, and incident response under pressure. All findings are delivered live via our reporting portal.

Learn more: https://securebytes.co.uk/red-teaming

securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 28

Our Vulnerability Assessment identifies outdated systems, misconfigurations, and missing controls using a mix of automation and expert validation and prioritised, CVSS-scored findings delivered in real time via our reporting portal.

Learn more: https://securebytes.co.uk/vulnerability-assessment

securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 24

One-time pentest costs stop many businesses from acting early.

In this blog, we outline how our flexible billing options empower SMEs to act before a breach or compliance issue occurs.

Read now: https://securebytes.co.uk/blog/f/why-securebytes-now-offers-monthly-payment-options-for-pentests

securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 23

5️⃣ Internal advantage enhances OSINT impact

By combining OSINT with internal data like cloud host lists and DNS files, organisations can outperform attacker mapping efforts.

To beat attackers, you have to think like them.

securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 23

4️⃣ GitHub leaks internal information

Code repositories may accidentally include credentials, architecture diagrams, or sensitive configurations. Attackers index this data so ASM programs must as well.

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 23

3️⃣ DNS records expose third-party services

Enumerating DNS records can reveal everything from SaaS usage to internal services. This OSINT technique helps uncover dependencies and shadow assets.

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 23

2️⃣ Social media exposes infrastructure

LinkedIn posts, job titles, and project mentions reveal tooling, tech stacks, and insider context. This helps attackers (and defenders) build more complete maps.

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 23

1️⃣ Breach data reveals employee risks

Attackers scour historical breach databases for reused passwords or emails linked to your org. ASM tools must monitor this intel continuously.

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 23

Attackers use OSINT to map your infrastructure... so should you.

Integrating OSINT into ASM closes visibility gaps.

Here’s how to use OSINT like an attacker would👇

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 22

ISO27001 feels like overkill for most SMEs.

Now there's a smarter path...

IASME Cyber Assurance. And SecureBytes is officially certified to assess and award it - making affordable security compliance achievable for growing businesses like yours!

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 21

securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 20

Did you know that SecureBytes is an official Cyber Essentials Certification Body?

That means clients can now get certified directly through us, with expert support every step of the way!

Ready to get certified?

Contact us today 👉 https://securebytes.co.uk/contact-us

securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 19

Understand the importance of cybersecurity but worried about the large one-off costs?

We're excited to announce that Securebytes now offers flexible payment options for penetration testing, allowing you to spread the cost over 3, 6, 9 or 12 months.

Learn more: https://securebytes.co.uk/contact-us

securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 18

Learn more:

Securebytes Joins Shropshire Chamber of Commerce

We’re proud to announce that Securebytes is now a member of the Shropshire Chamber of Commerce!

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 18

We're excited to announce that we are now a member of Shropshire Chamber of Commerce to help support local businesses with all things cybersecurity! 🎉

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 17

Our Cloud Services Review audits your AWS, Azure, and Google environments against best practices and compliance benchmarks. From IAM to encryption and network security, findings are shared in real time via our reporting portal.

Learn more: https://securebytes.co.uk/cloud-services-review

securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 16

Book a phishing assessment today:

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Our phishing assessments simulate real-world phishing campaigns to evaluate how your employees respond to targeted attacks. By identifying weaknesses in awareness and response, we help you strengthen your human defences against cyber threats.

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 16

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 15

Our phishing assessments simulate real-world campaigns using OSINT and attacker TTPs to uncover awareness gaps. Real-time insights, detailed reporting, and tailored training help turn your team into a human firewall.

Learn more: https://securebytes.co.uk/social-engineering

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 14

Real penetration testing is part science, part art.

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 14

5️⃣ Confirming Real-World Exploitability

Finding a CVE is easy. Proving it’s exploitable in your environment is what matters. Pentesters validate impact, ensuring their findings are practical, not theoretical.

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 14

4️⃣ Testing Multiple Layers

Vulnerabilities don’t live in isolation. Pentesters assess layers like configurations, APIs, databases, and access controls to reveal how systems break down when stacked together.

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securebytes.bsky.social @securebytes.bsky.social · Jul 14

3️⃣ Using Adversarial Mindsets

Tool output is just a starting point. Skilled testers probe systems from unexpected angles, mimicking attacker creativity to uncover non-obvious attack paths and bypasses.

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