Blogs

Thoughts, perspectives, and industry commentary from the Cobalt team.

From Bug Hunter to Pentester: Exploring the differences between these two careers

November 16, 2021
Est Read Time: 8 min
In the following blog, I will talk about how I transitioned from a Bug Bounty Hunter to a Pentester. We will be...
Cobalt Core

Getting Started With Cobalt

November 9, 2021
Est Read Time: 2 min
Hey everyone, Mike Jang from Cobalt here. I’m a Staff Technical Writer, and I’m announcing the release of our first...
Product Innovation

What is Web Application Penetration Testing?

November 2, 2021
Est Read Time: 3 min
Web application pentesting is the best method of discovering flaws in web applications. Otherwise known as penetration...
Industry Insights Thought Leadership

Adding clarity in the murky world of vulnerability risk

October 31, 2021
Est Read Time: 3 min
With a sea of information available to most modern security practitioners, actions need to be based on high quality...
Product Innovation

Winning the Security Budget Fight With Tips From Security Executives

October 27, 2021
Est Read Time: 4 min
Are you preparing for next year's security budget? Budget negotiations can be pivotal in guaranteeing the right...
Thought Leadership

Network Pentesting: Security Benefits & Solutions

October 19, 2021
Est Read Time: 2 min
Cyberattacks have plagued organizations for decades. As the world continues to adjust to the global pandemic, many are...
Thought Leadership

Importing Findings Into DefectDojo With the Cobalt API

October 14, 2021
Est Read Time: 6 min
Make sure to check out our Integrations page for more info! At Cobalt, we aim to make security easier. We have covered...
Cobalt Core Thought Leadership Product Innovation

Pentester Diaries Ep.9: Talking Certifications with Heath Adams

October 8, 2021
Est Read Time: 5 min
Pentest Diaries Ep.9: Talking Certifications with Heath Adams Welcome and happy Cybersecurity Awareness Month!
Cobalt Core

How Does Penetration Testing Differ from a Vulnerability Assessment?

October 7, 2021
Est Read Time: 4 min
This article was refreshed in January 2023.
Thought Leadership

    Always get the latest

    Sign up to get Cobalt insights delivered right to your inbox so you never miss a story.

    More resources

    Learn pentesting best practices, read answers to our most common questions
    and get our technical docs.