Assurance

Penetration Testing

Conducting regular penetration testing is an important part of an organisation’s cyber security strategy and can help ensure the ongoing protection of sensitive data and critical assets.

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What is penetration testing?

Penetration testing is a method of evaluating the security of a computer system or network by simulating an attack from a malicious source. The goal of a penetration test is to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in a system or network that could be exploited by an attacker. Regular penetration testing, sometimes known as ethical hacking, is a mainstay of security evaluation programmes with the goal of mitigating cyber risk.

Identifying your organisation’s vulnerabilities by using techniques employed by real-world cyber criminals will set you on the right course to accurately evaluating risk and, where necessary, choosing the right remedial solutions.

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Mobile Application Penetration Test

A mobile application penetration test is an assessment of security that aims to identify and exploit vulnerabilities found in mobile applications. The primary goal of this testing is to assess the security posture of a mobile application and to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorised access to sensitive data or systems. We would recommend this test to evaluate your mobile apps and the web services that they communicate with.

Planning and Scoping

The penetration testing team and the client work together to define the scope and objectives of the testing. This involves identifying the systems, applications, and networks to be tested, as well as the testing methods and tools to be used.

Reconnaissance

The penetration testing team gathers information about the target system or network, including IP addresses, open ports, operating systems, and applications. This information is typically gathered through passive or active reconnaissance techniques.

Vulnerability scanning

The team uses vulnerability scanning tools to identify known vulnerabilities in the target system or network. This step helps the tester to understand the level of risk associated with each vulnerability.

Exploitation

The team attempts to exploit the identified vulnerabilities in the target system or network. This involves using various attack techniques to gain access to the system or network, such as SQL injection, weak authentication, or brute-force attacks.

Post-exploitation

Once the team has gained access to the target system or network, they attempt to escalate privileges, install back doors, or access sensitive data. This step is critical in determining the overall security posture of the target system or network.

Reporting

The penetration testing team documents the findings and recommendations from the testing exercise. This includes a detailed report on the vulnerabilities identified, the methods used to exploit them, and recommendations for remediation.

Dionach is a cybersecurity company that specializes in providing comprehensive security services to organizations of all sizes. Dionach can conduct comprehensive penetration testing of your organisation's systems, networks, and applications to identify vulnerabilities and provide recommendations for remediation. It can help you manage your organisation's vulnerabilities by identifying, prioritising, and mitigating them before they can be exploited by attackers. With over 24 years experience and expertise in cyber security, Dionach can help your organisation improve its security posture and protect against cyber threats.

Penetration testing helps uncover vulnerabilities in your systems, applications, and networks before attackers can exploit them.

Simulating real-world attacks helps safeguard critical information such as customer data and intellectual property from potential breaches.

Many regulations, including PCI DSS, GDPR, and HIPAA, require regular penetration testing to ensure that your security measures meet industry standards.