What is API Security?
With the rise of businesses utilising APIs or Application Programming Interfaces for transferring data, APIs have become prime targets for cyberattackers. Just like any door to your house, APIs need strong security measures to function safely. API security is the practice of safeguarding APIs from attacks, ensuring that the data transmitted through the API is […]
Website Backup Solution vs WebOrion® Restorer
Website downtime can be a nightmare for businesses and traditional website backup solutions often prove inadequate due to its complexity and lack of security. WebOrion® Restorer offers a revolutionary approach to website restoration. By creating a secure replica of your website, we ensure rapid restoration in the event of a defacement attack or hacks. Why […]
Cloudsine’s Participation in SGTech’s Cyber Security Business Mission to KL
From 5 to 9 August 2024, Denny Hee, on behalf of Cloudsine, participated in a Cyber Security Business Mission organised by SG Tech and CyberSG TIG Collaboration Centre, which brought him to the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur. The mission was more than just a showcase of technological advancements; it was a bridge-building exercise between the cybersecurity ecosystems of Singapore and Malaysia. Connecting […]
Cloudsine Partners with Magnolia DXP to Enhance Web Security
Cloudsine is excited to announce that the WebOrion® Monitor is now part of Magnolia’s advanced security solutions for its managed DXP offering in the cloud. The WebOrion® Monitor provides 24/7 proactive monitoring to detect website defacements and hacks, ensuring businesses are the first to notice any changes, preventing reputational damage and loss of customer trust. […]
WAF vs. Network Firewall
Although both web application firewalls (WAF) and network firewalls are called ‘firewalls’, but they are not the same technology. For comprehensive network and web app protection, both are necessary. To understand how they differ, we have to first understand the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model. The OSI Model and Network Layers The OSI model provides […]
Rethinking the Roadmap of WAF, ModSecure, Coraza & CRS
The Cloudsine-WebOrion team, represented by CEO Matthias Chin, joined the OWASP CRS Community Summit and Global Appsec Conference in Lisbon from 26 to 28 June 2024. This gathering of cyber security experts from around the globe provided invaluable insights into the future of WAF and application security. Highlights from the OWASP CRS Summit The OWASP […]
Web Application Firewall Explained
Today, web applications have become a prime target for threat actors. According to the Verizon 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report, 20% of data breaches occurred due to vulnerability exploitation of web applications, with this percentage expected to rise by 2025. Even more concerning is the cost of data breach, which was estimated at USD4.45million per […]
Whois Monitoring with WebOrion® Monitor
Have you ever clicked on a website and wondered who owns it? That’s the use of Whois, a public database that has all this information and more: Registered owner name and contact details: This lets you know who owns a particular website. Registration date and expiration date: This helps you understand how long a domain […]
What is Web Application Security?
In an era where web applications are becoming increasingly complex, it is essential to secure them. Web application security is critical to online safety, designed to protect websites from attacks and unauthorised access. Common Attacks on Web Applications Web application security addresses common threats such as the OWASP Top 10 web application security risks. This […]
What is DNS Monitoring?
Have you ever clicked a link and landed on a strange website? This could be a sign of Domain Name System (DNS) tampering. DNS monitoring is essential for website owners, as it regularly checks for any changes to your DNS records and alerts you to potential security threats. In this blog post, we’ll delve into […]
