Web Application Security is an On-going Commitment due to Highly Dynamic Hacking Risks, Says Frost & Sullivan

Web Application Security is an On-going Commitment due to Highly Dynamic Hacking Risks, Says Frost & Sullivan PR Newswire LONDON, September 5, 2012 - Four out of Five Sites are Vulnerable; Web Security Weakness Can Compromise an Entire Organisation LONDON, September 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Web applications remain the third most common attack vector overall, with hacking still on the increase, from organised criminal groups, amateurs and political activists. Complex technology, growing adoption of web 2.0 functionality and powerful features of HTML5 have enhanced the opportunity for hackers to exploit vulnerabilities. The consequences of a compromised web application can go way beyond the web server: a number of high-profile attacks with prestigious companies caused millions USD in losses. All organisations are potential victims. To protect themselves they should form long-term partnerships with reputable security companies providing individual solutions that will optimise web application security. Frost & Sullivan's recent White Paper (WP) discusses the growing threat to web applications putting it into its right business context. Describing the mysterious world of web applications hacking, the paper gives also an overview of the likely victims and outlines what are the solutions for organisations to protect themselves.