Understanding physical penetration testing and how to take advantage of it requires:

• Knowing what physical pen tests are and the overall approach they take
• Appreciating how an actual physical penetration test works in practice
• Scoping best practices into a physical or hybrid pen testing program
• Comparing physical pen tests against other forms of penetration testing

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Penetration testing is one of the most robust security testing tools within any cybersecurity program. When implemented effectively, the four phases of penetration testing will help identify gaps in your IT security and bolster your cyberdefenses. Read on to learn more about the penetration testing phases. (more…)

Penetration testing is an advanced cybersecurity method that is especially useful in complex environments, such as those that make heavy use of cloud computing. In these cases, cloud pen testing is often required. But even when it’s not mandated, regular penetration testing is considered a best practice for cyber hygiene. (more…)

One of the primary goals of cyberdefense programs is identifying, preventing, and mitigating attacks. The best way to do this is with targeted programs, such as penetration and intrusion testing, where attackers’ offensive tactics become your company’s defensive training. (more…)

Some regulatory frameworks explicitly require penetration testing from eligible parties. But even those that don’t require it outright may still have other mandates that would be met or exceeded efficiently by conducting penetration testing. Thus, penetration assessments are critical for your security infrastructure. (more…)

For organizations looking to begin penetration testing, two available options include online (automated) and offline (manual) tests. While automating allows for more frequent and faster testing, manual testing has its own unique benefits in the form of customization and trust. (more…)

Starting and running a business is expensive and the expenses do not stop even after your company is making a profit. You have to consider materials, costs of labor, facilities, and equipment just to name a few of the many expenses you have to cover. Another crucial purchase you must consider is that of cybersecurity for your company. 
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Cyber threats are on every company’s radar, per KPMG’s 2021 CEO Outlook Report. Survey responses from 1,325 participating CEOs indicate that the technology, telecom, and banking industries are the most highly focused on preventing cyberattacks. However, that doesn’t mean everyone else is complacent. Cyber risks ranked #1 as the primary threat to future growth among all CEOs surveyed, and 67% plan to increase funding for threat detection and security innovation. Penetration testing as a service is one such innovation they’re turning to. (more…)

If you’re considering options for pen-testing tools, open-source and managed solutions are probably amongst your top choices. Of course, there are numerous pros and cons for each, and, in some cases, there are instances that are better suited for one or the other. However, most organizations will derive more substantial benefits from using professional, managed solutions.   (more…)

Penetration testing, also known as pen-testing, makes it easy to uncover exploitable vulnerabilities and other flaws in your network security. But with new threats emerging on a daily basis, some are left wondering: is penetration testing compulsory for my business? If so, what are the requirements for maintaining compliance? For some compliance frameworks, such as the PCI DSS, pen-testing is required. For others, it’s strongly advised. (more…)