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What Is a CVE? Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures

A CVE is the public identifier for a known vulnerability. Learn how the system works, the CVE lifecycle, how CVE differs from CVSS and KEV, and how to use them.

August 17, 2026 Read More →
Offensive Security

What Is an Exploit in Cybersecurity?

An exploit turns a vulnerability into a real compromise. Learn how exploits work, their types, the weaponization lifecycle, and how to defend against them.

August 10, 2026 Read More →
Offensive Security

What is a Vulnerability in Cybersecurity?

A vulnerability is a weakness a threat can exploit. Learn the types, how CVSS and EPSS score them, the disclosure lifecycle, and how to manage them at scale.

August 4, 2026 Read More →
Cyber LeadershipOffensive Security

How much does a Pentest cost? Pricing factors

How much does a pentest cost? Pricing depends on scope, depth, and team seniority. See the factors, typical ranges, and how to budget for a penetration test.

July 31, 2026 Read More →
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Marcos Reis warns about Shadow AI and more convincing Cybersecurity Fraud

The CEO of Mercurius Cybersecurity examines the dual challenge created by AI adoption within organizations, with incidents stemming from unsupervised use and increasingly sophisticated attacks such as personalized phishing and voice cloning, in a landscape where Gartner estimates that 34% of companies using generative AI have already experienced unintended data exposure. The rapid adoption of […]

July 29, 2026 Read More →
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Pentest vs Red Team: Differences and When to Use | Mercurius

Difference between pentest and red team, when to use red team, red team vs penetration testing, red team assessment

July 20, 2026 Read More →
Insdustrial & OT SecurityMedia

Digital transformation begins with technology, but it only becomes a reality when the operation generates trust.

For decades, mining was associated with heavy machinery , physical infrastructure , and field operations . Today, the sector is undergoing a profound transformation driven by data , artificial intelligence , automation , and connectivity . Modern mining relies on systems capable of processing information in real time , coordinating autonomous teams , and optimizing production through algorithms . This presents an opportunity to increase the efficiency of an industry facing productivity challenges , but it also poses a major challenge: cybersecurity . As mining operations incorporate connected technologies , […]

July 16, 2026 Read More →
Offensive Security

What Is a Pentest? A Complete Guide for Companies

A pentest (penetration test) is an offensive security practice in which specialists simulate real attacks against an organization’s systems, networks, or applications to find vulnerabilities before criminals can exploit them. The practice follows recognized methodologies such as PTES, OWASP, and NIST SP 800-115, and it is required or recommended by standards like ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, […]

July 8, 2026 Read More →
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Beyond the stadiums: The challenge of protecting the digital infrastructure behind the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Experts warn of a surge in fraud, phishing, and credential theft targeting the digital infrastructure supporting the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The world’s biggest football event is already underway. While global attention is focused on the stadiums, match results, and participating national teams, a vast digital infrastructure operates behind the scenes, enabling ticketing systems, telecommunications, […]

June 22, 2026 Read More →