Hackers are exploiting misconfigured web applications used for security testing to breach Fortune 500 companies. An investigation revealed that over 1,900 vulnerable applications were exposed, allowing attackers to deploy crypto miners and webshells. Many of these apps used default credentials and lacked proper security measures.

This article outlines how a financial services organization shifted from annual pentesting to weekly security validations. This change allowed them to rapidly identify and remediate vulnerabilities, improving overall security posture and visibility into real-world risks.