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How to Test Your Own API in 60 Seconds

In today’s fast-moving development world, speed matters but so does confidence. Whether you’re shipping a prototype or preparing a production release, testing your API should be quick, repeatable, and accurate. At Hacker Simulations, we believe that developers shouldn’t have to fight their tools to validate their work. So here’s a simple, no-frills guide to testing your […]

AI-Generated Code: The Hidden Security Risks Every Business Should Know

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way developers work. “Vibe-coding” using AI to rapidly generate entire applications or key pieces of software is becoming common practice. For many businesses, this feels like a superpower: faster development, lower costs, and the ability to ship features in days rather than months. But behind this convenience lies a serious […]

AI The Rising Cybersecurity Threat of 2025

In 2025, artificial intelligence has become both a company’s greatest ally and its most dangerous enemy. While organizations are using AI to streamline operations, detect anomalies, and automate security, cybercriminals are doing the same. The result? Smarter attacks that move faster, hit harder, and leave fewer traces. AI-Powered Attacks Are Changing the Game Unlike traditional […]

Penetration Testing and Compliance: Building Real-World Security Together

In cybersecurity, compliance and penetration testing are often viewed as separate goals one focused on documentation and governance, the other on technical resilience. But the truth is, they’re stronger together. At Hacker Simulations, we help organizations integrate penetration testing into their compliance programs, ensuring that their security posture isn’t just compliant it’s proven. Compliance Sets the Standard Testing Proves It Works […]

The Expanding Frontier of Identity Security in 2025

In 2025, digital identity has become more than just access credentials—it’s the battleground. With credential theft surging, AI amplifying phishing threats, and non-human identities proliferating across networks, the attack surface has grown dramatically. Cybersecurity teams now navigate a complex landscape where defending identity is synonymous with defending the enterprise. Rising Tide of Identity-Based Threats According to SpyCloud’s 2025 Identity […]

API Security in 2025: Recent Breaches, Technical Insights, and How to Stay Safe

What Are APIs and Why Their Security Matters Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) are the backbone of modern digital ecosystems, enabling seamless communication between different software applications. Every time you use an app to post on Instagram, order food, check your bank, or book a ride, you’re using APIs behind the scenes. APIs are how software […]

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Social Engineering Attacks: How to Secure Your Business in 2025

In today’s digital landscape, the most sophisticated firewalls and advanced AI-driven security systems can be rendered ineffective by a single human error. Social engineering exploits human psychology, making it one of the most potent threats to organizational security. Understanding Social Engineering Social engineering involves manipulating individuals into divulging confidential information or performing actions that compromise […]