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The PlatformSecurity security team brings together experts in penetration testing, red teaming, and security research.
Articles by PlatformSecurity Team
C2 from Scratch Part 2: Server & Deployment
Routing commands through the server, building CLI and GUI operators, generating implants on-the-fly, and packaging everything with Docker.
C2 from Scratch Part 1: Architecture, mTLS & Rust
A deep dive into building Avocado C2: designing the communication protocol, implementing mutual TLS, and writing a cross-platform implant in Rust.
PCI DSS Pentesting: Requirements & Compliance
PCI DSS penetration testing: requirements, scope, who must comply, how to satisfy assessors. Requirement 11.3 explained. Practical guidance for PCI pentests.
How to Prepare for a Penetration Test
Get the most from your penetration testing engagement. A step by step guide to scope, access, contacts, and timing so your pen test delivers actionable results without surprises.
Pentesting vs Vulnerability Scanning: The Difference
Pentesting and vulnerability scanning are often confused. Learn the key differences, when to use each, and how they fit into a complete security program for networks, applications, and cloud.
Red vs Purple vs Blue Team: Which Do You Need?
Red team vs blue team vs purple team: what each does, when to use which, and how to choose. Compare offensive security, detection tuning, and when to get an assessment. Practical guide.
Cloud Security Checklist for CTOs
A high level cloud security checklist for technology leaders. Focus on IAM, resource visibility, and attack path analysis to protect your AWS, Azure, or GCP environment.
Choosing a Security Company for Your Org
Not all security companies are the same. Learn what to look for in a partner, from technical expertise to communication style, to ensure you get real security value.
Network Security for Modern Enterprise
Modern network security solutions go beyond firewalls. Explore zero trust, segmentation, and the importance of offensive testing in protecting enterprise infrastructure.
The Value of Offensive Security Services
Offensive security services help you find weaknesses before attackers do. Learn how penetration testing and red teaming provide measurable security improvements.
Secure Systems Design: Best Practices
Building secure systems requires a proactive approach to architecture. Learn the core principles of security engineering and how to build resilience into your products.
App Pentesting vs API Security Testing
Understand the differences between application penetration testing and API security testing. Learn why modern apps need both to protect against OWASP Top 10 and logic flaws.
Red Teaming in Incident Response
Red teaming services are not just about finding bugs. Learn how they help train your incident response team and improve your ability to detect and contain real world attacks.
Cloud Security Trends and Challenges in 2026
Explore the emerging trends in cloud security for 2026. From AI driven attacks to the importance of specialized cloud security services in protecting complex environments.
Pentesting for Startups: A Guide
Startups often put off security testing due to cost or speed. Learn why penetration testing is essential for early stage companies and how to scope a pen test that fits your budget.
Zero Day Research: Finding Unknown Vulns
Zero day research is the hunt for previously unknown security flaws. Learn how researchers find vulnerabilities and why this work is critical for securing modern software.