QA Is the New Red Team: Why Ethical Hacking Starts in the Testing Phase

Written by jonstojanjournalist | Published 2025/07/10
Tech Story Tags: qa-security-testing | ethical-hacking-qa | owasp-zap | ai-in-software-testing | test-automation-security | red-team-qa | secure-cicd-pipelines | good-company

TLDRIn 2025, QA isn’t just about features—it’s about security. Elvira Khusainova shows how testers now simulate attacks, use AI to find vulnerabilities, and bridge the gap between QA and red teams. With tools like ZAP, Burp Suite, and GPT, testing is evolving into the first—and most vital—line of cyber defense. via the TL;DR App
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Written by jonstojanjournalist | Jon Stojan is a professional writer based in Wisconsin committed to delivering diverse and exceptional content..
Published by HackerNoon on 2025/07/10
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