What do a financial institution, an e-commerce company, and a university have in common? All are targets of cyberattacks, and all can benefit from ethical hacking to protect their assets. But how does an ethical hacker think, what challenges does he or she face, and what lessons can companies apply?
In this article, we interview “mdays”, one of more than 450 experts from our global community of ethical hackers. Discover their findings, experiences, and how CyScope’s offensive security platform turns these learnings into tangible protection for your business.
The passion for discovering what others do not see
How did you get started in the world of ethical hacking?
“Andean at heart, I have always been fascinated by the construction and deconstruction of physical and digital artifacts. Since I was a teenager, I built my tools to analyze sites, servers, and networks, intending to find configuration problems or bugs in programming. I discovered that I could apply this knowledge to help companies prevent attacks.”
Why is it important?
Ethical hacking is not just a technique: it’s a proactive mindset. CyScope channels this passion through Bug Bounty Programs and PTaaS (Penetration Testing as a Service), enabling experts like him to identify vulnerabilities before cybercriminals exploit them.
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Finance, e-commerce and more: Challenges facing companies
What sectors have you worked in and what was your most interesting challenge
“Financial institutions are the most challenging: they have robust infrastructures, forcing the development of new techniques and tools. But even there, there are hidden risks.”
The lesson for your company
No matter how secure you think your infrastructure is, there are always blind spots. CyScope offers continuous penetration testing, tailored to specific industries, to identify vulnerabilities that escape standard solutions.
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Outdated configurations and exposed backups: Mistakes repeated by all industries
Are there common vulnerabilities across industries
“Yes. For example: obsolete websites that are still online, default configurations in productive environments, or exposed backup systems with sensitive information. Many companies don’t even know they exist.”
Bug Bounty and PTaaS: Why security should be a process, not an event
Why are continuous safety programs important
“Systems are constantly changing: new functionality, upgrades, etc. A one-time review is not enough. Bug Bounty allows 24/7 monitoring, with multiple experts bringing different perspectives. And PTaaS shortens remediation times, reducing the window of exposure”
The value of our platform
Through our global community of ethical hackers and direct communication between your team and experts, we ensure early detection of vulnerabilities, saving you time and money.
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Conclusion: Ethical hacking is your best ally, not an expense.
As our expert said, “Many companies don’t know they are exposed 24 hours a day.” The solution is not to spend more, but to invest wisely in tools and talent that anticipate threats.
CyScope brings together the best of both worlds:
- Technology: PTaaS, Bug Bounty, and proactive monitoring.
- Talent: 450+ ethical hackers worldwide with expertise in critical sectors.
- Adaptability: From startups to multinationals.
Want to discover what vulnerabilities are hidden in your systems? Schedule a free demo and learn how ethical hackers like him can armor your business.
