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14 October 2025 by Martin Cole
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For business-critical web applications and enterprises, penetration testing gives you the confidence that your systems are secure from high-risk threats. Identify and exploit shortcomings in your security, before others do.
All your requirements are gathered and your goals are set. Essential for a smooth and controlled exercise.
1. Intelligence gathering and threat modelling
We perform an initial research approach that aims to gather as much information as possible.
2. Vulnerability analysis
Using that research we identify flaws in networks, systems, and/or applications.
3. Exploitation
All external and internal vulnerabilities that are in scope are attacked. Using a combination of available and custom-made exploits and techniques in order to tamper with improper configurations, bypass security controls, and access sensitive information.
4. Post exploitation
Finally, we determine the value of the compromised targets by trying to elevate privileges and pivot to other systems and networks that are defined within the scope.
5. Reporting
Finally, we’ll document everything scoped and discovered during the test. It should be noted that vulnerabilities that cannot be exploited will also be included in the final report.
6. Debrief session
Upon the completion and delivery of a penetration test, we’ll conduct a de-brief session to explain the findings and risks listed in the report, as well as give you the opportunity to ask any questions.
Our experts are ready and waiting to chat through our most suitable penetration testing options.
Prevention is better than cure! Penetration testing helps prevent data and security breaches that could be damaging for your business. It meets compliance requirements and raises your customers’ confidence in your business as cyber security is a high priority on your agenda.
Yes, the reports provided by the penetration team will include any remediation advice which we will carry out for you.
The purpose of a penetration test is to identify any exploits or vulnerabilities your systems may have. The results will then provide you with in-depth and thorough remediation advice and offer guidance on how to reduce the impact of the security issue identified.
There are different types of penetration tests, each designed to target and test different aspects of your business security, such as Network Infrastructure, Application penetration testing, Configuration/build review testing, and Social engineering. Talk to our team today to discuss your requirements.
Absolutely! It’s recommended to carry out a retest 3 months after your initial pen testing, giving you time to fix any vulnerabilities that were uncovered and double check the effectiveness of any fixes. Additional costs may apply.