Driving Change & Transformation @ Adaptavist | Public Sector Lead | Prior-President of AFCEA DC Emerging Leaders
Anytime we bring on a new client at Alacrinet, one of the first things we do is perform a penetration test. A penetration test, AKA a pen test, is a simulated attack on an organization's systems and applications to identify potential vulnerabilities and weaknesses. The goal is to evaluate an organization's security posture and identify any security gaps that could be exploited by attackers. The testing process involves several steps ⬇️ Planning: We identify the scope of the test, which systems and applications will be tested, and what methods will be used to simulate an attack. Reconnaissance: We gather information about the target systems and applications, including network architecture, system configuration, and software versions. Scanning: We use automated tools to scan for vulnerabilities in the target systems and applications. Exploitation: Once vulnerabilities are identified, we attempt to exploit them to gain access to the target systems and applications. Reporting: We document our findings and provide recommendations for remediating the vulnerabilities. Why do we pen test?... To help identify vulnerabilities in your systems and applications, evaluate the effectiveness of security controls, ensure your meeting regulatory and legal requirements, and reduce the overall risk of a security breach. If you haven't tested your data security environment, let’s connect. #penestrationtesting #pentest #datasecurity #cybersecurity
