Penetration testing is a critical component of modern cybersecurity strategy. It involves simulating a cyber attack on an organisation’s network or systems to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited by real attackers. By conducting a penetration test, organisations can gain valuable insight into their security posture, identify weaknesses that need to be addressed, and improve their overall resilience to cyber threats.
CommSec is one of Ireland’s leading penetration testing companies with over 10 years experience in the security testing field. Our analysis is carried out from the position of a potential attacker by our qualified and experienced pen testers. This involves active exploitation of security vulnerabilities with a view to improving the security of your system or network.
Our comprehensive suite of managed information and cyber security services includes penetration testing / pen testing services, code review, and vulnerability assessments.
We can provide this service on its own or as part of our Security Assessment and Audit service. Security issues uncovered through the penetration test are presented to the system’s owner. Effective penetration tests will couple this information with an accurate assessment of the potential impacts to the organisation and outline a range of technical and procedural countermeasures to reduce risks.
Our penetration testing methodology is designed to provide clients with a thorough and comprehensive evaluation of their security posture while minimising the impact on their day-to-day operations.
Our penetration testing methodology follows a six-step process that helps us ensure a thorough and effective evaluation of a client’s security posture.
Our team of ethical hackers and penetration testers possess the skills and experience to identify the latest threats. The teams certifications include:
Penetration testing, also known as pen testing, is a process of assessing the security of a system, network, or application by simulating real-world cyber-attacks to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited by malicious actors.
Penetration testing is important as it helps organizations to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities before attackers exploit them. It can also help organizations to comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Penetration testing should be conducted by trained and experienced professionals who have the necessary knowledge and skills to identify and exploit security vulnerabilities.
The frequency of penetration testing depends on various factors such as the size of the organization, the complexity of the systems and networks, and the industry regulations. In general, organizations should conduct penetration testing at least once a year or after significant changes to the systems and networks.
There are various types of penetration testing, including external network penetration testing, internal network penetration testing, web application penetration testing, wireless penetration testing, phishing penetration testing, IT health check, and ethical hacking.
The penetration testing process typically involves five stages: reconnaissance, scanning, gaining access, maintaining access, and covering tracks.
Penetration testing may cause some disruption to normal business operations, especially during the initial stages of the testing process. However, professional penetration testing services should be conducted with minimal disruption to normal business operations.
A vulnerability assessment is a process of identifying and documenting potential security vulnerabilities in a system, network, or application. Penetration testing goes a step further and attempts to exploit the identified vulnerabilities to determine their impact on the system or network.
After a penetration test is conducted, the results are documented in a report that outlines the vulnerabilities that were identified and the recommended remediation measures. The organisation can then use this report to prioritize and address the identified vulnerabilities.
Organisations can ensure the effectiveness of penetration testing by selecting a reputable and experienced testing provider, defining clear testing objectives, establishing a clear scope of work, and monitoring the testing process to ensure that it is conducted in a safe and controlled manner.
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