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December 2, 2022

What is PASTA threat modeling method

PASTA (Process of Attack Simulation and Threat Analysis) is a ‘risk-centric’ threat modeling method, aimed at helping objectives meet technical requirements using a large range of tools. PASTA brings about an attacker-centric perspective and makes an asset-centric output in the form of threat enumeration and scoring. It makes the threat modeling process even more effective by means of requiring security input from operations, ...

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November 27, 2022

White Box testing method

The White box (Open box, Transparent / Clear / Glass box, structural testing) is a testing method where security, usability and input-output flow of the internal structure of a system, its design and code are checked. The code is ‘open’ (visible) to testing specialists using this method. It concerns the inner works of applications and revolves around internal tests.White box testing involves a series of inputs verified against ...

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November 20, 2022

Black Box testing method

What is ‘Black box’? Black box (Opaque, Closed box, Function-centric) is a testing method that examines the functionality of an application without peering into its internal structures or workings. This method of testing can be applied virtually to every level of software testing: unit, integration, system and acceptance. It is sometimes referred to as specification-based testing. It is a powerful method, which is used to test ...

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November 8, 2022

What is: cross-chain bridge

A cross-chain bridge is a protocol that connects blockchains and testnets and enables users to transfer their tokens, data and other assets from one network to another, including both 1 and 2 level chains and sidechains. It also allows transfer of smart contract instructions between blockchains. They may differ in protocol or execution models, but any bridge aims at building a convenient and secure connection, helping avoid complications ...

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