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Penetration testing
Are you sure that your systems can withstand attacks? Our penetration tests identify security gaps – for greater protection, compliance and trust.
Systematic security
Compliance & obligations to provide evidence
Regular penetration tests are an important part of regulatory requirements for many companies. Our tests help you to meet these requirements in a targeted and audit-proof manner. You receive comprehensible reports that serve as clear proof of security for customers, partners or authorities – for example during audits, certifications or contract conclusions.
Trust & sustainability
Visible IT security measures create trust – both internally and externally. Regular tests show that you take cyber risks seriously and protect your systems proactively. At the same time, you gain valuable insights to continuously develop your security strategy and react flexibly to new threats. This ensures that you remain resilient and credible in the future.
Six convincing advantages of our penetration tests
Recognize vulnerabilities before they become a risk
We identify security gaps in your infrastructure – before attackers can exploit them.
Minimize risk potential in the long term
Targeted tests reduce the probability of successful attacks – and proactively protect your company.
Safely fulfill legal requirements
Our penetration tests help you to reliably implement legal requirements and industry standards.
Strengthening trust with customers and partners
Show that you take IT security seriously with regular tests – for more credibility and a competitive advantage.
Avoid cost-intensive incidents
Invest in prevention rather than damage limitation – and avoid downtime or loss of reputation.
Targeted further development of security strategy
The results of our tests provide concrete approaches for optimizing your IT security measures.
Find out how a professional penetration test protects your systems, ensures compliance and creates trust. We will advise you individually and without obligation.
Find out how a professional penetration test protects your systems, ensures compliance and creates trust. We will advise you individually and without obligation.
Answers about penetration testing
What is penetration testing?
Penetration testing (often referred to as a pen test) is a simulated cyberattack on a computer system, network or web application to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited by an attacker.
What is done during penetration testing?
During a penetration test, various techniques and tools are used to find and test vulnerabilities. These include scanning networks, analyzing vulnerabilities, exploiting security gaps and checking security measures. The aim is to identify potential gateways for hackers and make recommendations for improving security.
Why is penetration testing important?
Penetration testing is important to ensure the security of an IT infrastructure. It helps companies to identify security vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by real attackers. As a result, proactive measures can be taken to minimize the risk of data loss, operational disruptions and reputational damage.
How does penetration testing differ from a vulnerability scan?
A vulnerability scan is an automated test that identifies vulnerabilities in a system without actively exploiting them. Penetration testing goes one step further by attempting to actively exploit these vulnerabilities to see how deeply an attacker could penetrate a system.
What types of penetration testing are there?
There are different types of penetration testing, including:
- External penetration testing: Testing from the outside to see how an attacker could penetrate from outside the company network.
- Internal penetration tests: Testing within the company network to simulate how an attacker could proceed if they already have access to the network.
- Web Application Penetration Testing: Testing of web applications to find vulnerabilities in application security.
- Wireless Penetration Testing: Testing wireless networks for vulnerabilities.
- Social engineering tests: Simulated attacks that aim to exploit human weaknesses, such as phishing or pretexting.
Who should carry out penetration testing?
Penetration testing should be carried out by qualified security experts who have in-depth knowledge of IT security and experience in using the various penetration testing techniques.
How often should penetration testing be carried out?
It is recommended that penetration testing is carried out at least once a year. However, companies should also consider penetration testing after major changes to their IT infrastructure, after the introduction of new systems or after a security incident.
What are the challenges of penetration testing?
Challenges in penetration testing can include: Time pressure, complexity of systems, the need to avoid downtime and ensuring that the tests do not have a negative impact on the ongoing business.
Is penetration testing required by law?
In some industries and regions, penetration testing may be part of legal or regulatory requirements, particularly in areas such as financial services, healthcare and critical infrastructure. It is often required as part of compliance standards such as PCI DSS, HIPAA or ISO 27001.
What does penetration testing cost?
The cost of penetration testing can vary greatly depending on the size and complexity of the system to be tested, the scope of the tests and the company’s requirements.
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Jens FriedrichSales Consultant Managed Services
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