An official simulation of cyber attacks carried out by security experts to evaluate the security of computer systems, networks, or applications by simulating real hacker attacks.
The purpose is to discover weaknesses (vulnerabilities) and ensure systems are secure before actual cybercriminals can exploit them.
This process provides a more realistic understanding of potential security risks compared to automated scanning alone.
Penetration testers use the same tools and techniques as attackers to attempt to breach systems.
Testers produce a detailed report of discovered vulnerabilities, their business impact, and recommendations for remediation.
Testers will exploit the vulnerabilities to understand the extent of damage that could occur.
These attacks are designed to find weaknesses such as outdated software, misconfigurations, or other security gaps.
Identifying critical vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers before they do.
Helps organizations meet regulatory requirements related to data security.
Identifying critical vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers before they do.
Testing how effectively the security team can detect and respond to attacks.
