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PEAR

The PEAR ransomware group is a newly surfaced actor  adding to the growing list of emerging ransomware brands. With only limited public reporting available, PEAR appears to be in a formative stage, potentially testing operations or building a reputation through early attacks. Observed activity suggests PEAR favors a low-noise, high-pressure approach, gaining access quietly [...]

2025-12-16T13:50:08+00:00December 16th, 2025|

Penetration Testing (Pen Testing)

Penetration testing, often referred to as pen testing, is a controlled cybersecurity assessment in which security professionals simulate real-world attacks on systems, applications, or networks to identify vulnerabilities. The goal is to uncover weaknesses before malicious actors can exploit them, allowing organizations to strengthen their defenses and reduce risk. Penetration testing goes beyond automated [...]

2026-04-23T14:50:57+01:00March 7th, 2023|