For the last decade, cybersecurity strategy has followed a predictable pattern:When attacks increase, organisations buy more tools. More detection.More dashboards.More alerts. And yet, breaches continue to escalate in speed, scale, and impact. The uncomfortable truth is this: cybersecurity hasn’t failed because of a lack of technology it has failed because of a lack of preparedness. The […]
Cybersecurity spending continues to grow year over year, yet successful breaches remain stubbornly high. Organisations are deploying more tools than ever EDR, SIEM, XDR, SOAR, cloud security platforms and still asking the same question after an incident: “Why didn’t we see this coming?” In 2026, the issue is no longer a lack of security technology. […]
Cloud environments move fast. New services, rapid deployments, and multiple teams can quickly introduce misconfigurations that expose sensitive data or create unnecessary attack paths. For CTOs, visibility and prevention are critical not just reacting after an incident. Here are three cloud misconfiguration tools every CTO should know to reduce risk and maintain strong cloud security without slowing […]
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 […]
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 […]
Cyber threats are growing, but prevention is simple. Every October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month reminds us that most attacks can be stopped with basic habits. Download the 4 simple steps to basic but strong protection. Fill out the form below to receive the checklist directly into your inbox. What You’ll Learn in the Core 4? ✅ […]
As more organizations migrate to the cloud, Amazon Web Services (AWS) remains the dominant platform, powering everything from startups to Fortune 500 enterprises. But with great scalability comes great responsibility. Misconfigurations, overlooked IAM policies, and hidden vulnerabilities in cloud-native apps are prime targets for attackers. Why AWS Is a Major Target Real-World Consequences of AWS […]
APIs are now the backbone of the modern internet. According to recent industry reports, roughly 7 out of every 10 web requests today are API calls.This surge reflects a shift away from traditional page-centric traffic: Akamai notes that over 83% of traffic on its platform is API-driven, and Imperva finds that 71% of all web […]
The cybersecurity landscape is evolving faster than ever, and 2025 promises new challenges and opportunities. Here are the trends that will shape cybersecurity in 2025 and how you can prepare. 1. AI-Driven Cyberattacks As artificial intelligence (AI) technology continues to evolve, so do the capabilities of cybercriminals leveraging it for malicious purposes. In 2025, AI-driven […]
According to the latest Arctic Wolf Labs Threat Report for 2024, the landscape of cybersecurity incidents continues to evolve. One of the most significant findings is the rise of external remote access as a major attack vector, now responsible for 39% of non-BEC (Business Email Compromise) incidents, compared to last year’s 24%. This shift is […]
