Akimbo Core

Akimbo Core are a UK based team of cybersecurity experts, specialising in Penetration Testing.

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

Did you catch our MD Holly Grace Williams on SkyNews this morning?

She was talking about data security, touching on the recent Electoral Commission breach, as well as the PSNI data disclosure.

#InformationSecurity #DataSecurity #CyberSecurity

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

In this episode we're joined by Adam Katzer and the topic is advanced security testing from the defending team's point of view.

From tensions at the start of the test to free donuts by the end.

You can listen here:
https://t.co/P9WgJz9G7V

[Holly Graceful @HollyGraceful]

Following on from my Hardening SSL/TLS Quick Start Guide yesterday, where I broke down cipher suites and their issues.

I've also put together a quick guide to X.509 Certificates and common issues:
https://t.co/SzWFhZ8Bth

[Holly Graceful @HollyGraceful]

SSL/TLS issues come up all the time during PenTests and explaining the technical detail of all of the different TLS configuration options can be quite difficult - so I put together a handy guide!

https://t.co/mCNEjDyv7H

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

Our MD @HollyGraceful is heading to @BSidesLeeds. Will you be there? Don't forget to say hi.

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

Our MD @HollyGraceful is presenting at @BSidesLeeds this Saturday!

She’s presenting the Red Note and will have a bag full of Akimbo Foxes! If you spot her, say Hi!

#OutFoxingSecurityTeams #BSidesLeeds

[National Federation of Builders @nfbuilders]

Thank you Holly Grace, founder of @AkimboCore, for an amazing talk full of fascinating insights on hacking and cyber security. Now we all know what a strong password really is! #NFBsummit

[Holly Graceful @HollyGraceful]

We’ve got @Akimbo_Ops manning the stand at #NFBSummit representing @AkimboCore

and I’ll be on the stage talking about Cyber Security and how we help companies secure their systems at 13:15!

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

A customer emailed in with a question about fixing Username Enumeration on web apps...

So our MD @HollyGraceful wrote some guidance on when enumeration is a problem and how to fix it in awkward places like account registration.

You can check it out here:
https://t.co/vEiMZ3A9fR

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

This week we're talking about Multifactor Authentication, with a quick overview of some different kinds and some tips on things to think about when setting it up!

You can check it out here:
https://t.co/6s3NWneJcz

#CyberSecurity #InfoSec #InformationSecurity

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

When should you change PenTesting provider: Swap every year or stick with a specific tester longer?
Swapping gives a fresh pair of eyes but sticking with a tester will lead to them having a deeper understanding of your systems.

Mix it up or stick with it?
https://t.co/5OT529L5CA

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

Finding the right balance between your budget and your penetration testing schedule can be tough; but just falling back to "annual security testing" is generally not the right answer.

Our MD @HollyGraceful shared her thoughts on getting it right, here:
https://t.co/9asvDvboHc

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

"How Can I Turn PenTesting from A Cost into a Competitive Advantage?"
Check out the latest article on our website:
https://t.co/F1xcapHVk8

[Infosecurity Magazine @InfosecurityMag]

[WEBINAR] Speaker Announcement - 📢 #InfosecWebinar Panel announced: We're delighted to have @hollygraceful join us LIVE on the 8th SEP to discuss "The Great Cybersecurity Automation Debate"

Secure your seat today 💻

https://t.co/cu8EToq47X

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

Oh hi!

We're running another Cyber Webinar -
Come hang out with us on Thursday 8th September to talk about penetration testing, how to keep things secure, and why your organisation's data is sometimes a little more exposed than you might expect.

https://t.co/5Cp7i0ZuYY

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

We’re looking for a software developer to help us build on our security platform. You can find out more at: https://t.co/kPL0bLBLjU

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

We're running another cybersecurity Webinar on Tuesday, 8th at 12:30 called "Your Security Testing Sucks!"

You can register here: https://t.co/hMedZhVRCp

We're talking about different approaches to get the most out of testing - plus funny stories of hacking stuff.

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

We're running another cybersecurity Webinar on Tuesday, 8th at 12:30 called "Your Security Testing Sucks!"

You can register here: https://t.co/hMedZhVRCp

We're talking about different approaches to get the most out of testing - plus funny stories of hacking stuff.

[Holly Graceful @HollyGraceful]

If you're an SME based near Cheshire, Warrington or Halton. Check @DigiCheshire, they're offering funded business support and masterclasses on lots of topics

There's a couple of really cool classes on Cybersecurity you should definitely check out, but there's a bunch of others!

[Akimbo Core @AkimboCore]

Our next webinar: "Your System Hardening Sucks" is on Thursday, December 16th. You can register here:
https://t.co/hmEIaNGZBH

We'll be talking about hardening system configurations - and how rare it is during penetration tests to find properly hardened systems!