Pentest: Find vulnerabilities before hackers do
You can have the best alarm system on your house, which in theory leaves virtually no security gaps. But what if the burglar knows the code or knows that you are hiding the replacement key under the flower bucket? Just like burglars, hackers can acquire information over long periods of time that gives them access to your system. A professional pentest uncovers these vulnerabilities before real attackers can exploit them. Our security experts simulate realistic hacker attacks on your IT infrastructure, document each step meticulously and provide you with concrete recommendations for action to improve your IT security. Proactively protect your company from cyberattacks.
Benefits
Why a pentest is indispensable
Detecting weaknesses
Identify vulnerabilities in networks, applications and systems before cybercriminals can detect and exploit them.
Realistic attack simulation
Experience how a real hacker attack works – from information gathering to system adoption, controlled and without real damage.
Detailed documentation
Get a comprehensive report on each step taken, each vulnerability exploited and concrete suggestions for improvement.
Meet compliance requirements
Meet legal and industry-specific security requirements such as ISO 27001, GDPR, NIS-2 or industry-specific regulations.
Social Engineering Revealed
Test not only technical security, but also your employees’ vulnerability to phishing and social engineering attacks.
Creating investment security
Check the effectiveness of existing security measures and invest specifically in the areas with the highest risk.
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Detailed information
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Controlled hacker attacks for maximum security
Penetration test explained: This is how professional pentesting works
A Pentest, short for penetration test, is the controlled simulation of a hacker attack on various components of your IT infrastructure. Network elements such as firewalls, routers and database servers, work systems such as clients and smartphones, applications such as web shops or self-developed software as well as IT components such as printers and telecommunications systems are tested for vulnerabilities.
The entire course of the simulated attack is meticulously logged. The end result is a detailed report on each step taken, each vulnerability exploited and concrete suggestions for improvement. Our security experts will then help you constructively to implement the measures.
The general approach to a pentest can be divided into five phases: collecting information (footprinting), scanning the systems (scanning), identifying the target (enumeration), collecting vulnerabilities (analysis/collection) and, if necessary, local testing (research/testing). Systems can look safe on paper, but still not withstand a manual attack by an experienced expert.
From external hackers to insiders
The three pentest methods for different threat scenarios
Depending on the threat scenario, different test methods are used in the pentest. The Black box test realistically simulates an attack of a typical Internet hacker without prior knowledge. The attacker must search for necessary information in publicly accessible databases or ask for it from outside as a company outsider – just like a real cybercriminal.
Introduction White box test an attack by an (ex) employee or an external service provider with specific detailed knowledge is simulated. The extent of knowledge can range from low knowledge to deep system knowledge. This test method covers risks from insider threats.
The Grey box test combines both approaches and simulates an insider threat or an attacker with limited access. Both external and internal vulnerabilities are identified and a balanced balance between depth testing and efficiency is established. This gives you a comprehensive overview of various attack scenarios.
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realistic samples for meaningful safety assessments
From data leaks to system acquisition: This shows a pentest
Were your Pentest data found that would have to be protected? Could the experts even take control of the entire system? A pen test does not provide a holistic statement about the safety level of each individual area of your system, but is a realistic sample – and the better the experts are, the more meaningful it is.
Typical findings in a pentest include unprotected database access, outdated software with known vulnerabilities, missing access controls, unsafe configurations of network components or weak password policies. In serious cases, testers are able to obtain administrative rights or to collect sensitive customer data.
These findings are valuable: they not only show where weaknesses lie, but also what concrete effects a successful attack would have. This allows you to prioritise your security measures and invest specifically where the risk is greatest.
Test your IT security – before hackers do it!
New vulnerabilities are created every day, and cyber criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Do not wait until an attack occurs and sensitive data are stolen or systems are paralyzed. A professional pen test gives you clarity about your actual safety status.
Now arrange a non-binding consultation and learn how a penetration test will test your IT infrastructure.
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