Penetration Testing
Why perform a Penetration Test?
It helps uncover weaknesses in systems, networks, and applications that could be exploited by attackers. This proactive approach allows organizations to address these issues before they become serious threats.
By simulating real-world attacks, penetration testing evaluates the effectiveness of existing security measures. This helps organizations understand how well their defenses hold up and where improvements are needed.
Penetration testing helps safeguard sensitive information, such as customer data. By identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities, companies can prevent data breaches and maintain customer trust.
Infrastrucure
This type of testing assesses the security of network devices, servers, and the overall IT infrastructure.
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It includes:
Internal Infrastructure Testing: Evaluates the security of the internal network, identifying vulnerabilities that could be exploited by insiders or malware.
External Infrastructure Testing: Tests the security of the network from an external perspective, simulating attacks from outside the organization.
Configuration Reviews: Checks the configuration of network devices to ensure they follow security best practices.
Application
This type of testing targets the security of web applications, mobile apps, and thick clients. It aims to identify vulnerabilities within the application layer, such as:
Injection attacks:
Attackers can manipulate data and try to get direct access to the database or to the underlying operating system.
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Cross-Site Scripting (XSS):
Malicious scripts are injected into web pages viewed by other users and thus could infect your end-users (e.g. Banking malware or Crypto miners).
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Authentication Flaws:
Weaknesses in the login process that could allow unauthorized access.
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Data Leakage:
By abusing insecure API endpoints or access control issues a malicious user can exfiltrate sensitive information from your clients and cause a data breach.
What are the different types of applications we test?
Web applications accessed via browsers (e.g., e-commerce sites, SaaS platforms).
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Mobile apps on Android and iOS platforms.
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Desktop applications (e.g., Windows/Mac/Linux apps) that may interact with local or remote servers.
What is the goal of Application Penetration testing?
The primary goal is to ensure that the application protects data and functions as intended, preventing unauthorized access and data breaches.
What is goal of Infrastructure Penetration Testing?
The main objective is to identify weaknesses in the network and improve overall cyber resilience, ensuring that the infrastructure can withstand attacks and protect sensitive data.