Penetration tests, also known as resilience tests, simulate an attack against an organization’s IT systems or web application. The attack can originate from inside or outside your organization. These tests are designed to challenge your company’s security and identify risks and vulnerabilities.
Penetration testing (PT) with Hermeticon’s experts:
- All penetration tests are carried out by experienced professionals white hat hackers.
- We master various attacking techniques enable us to provide the best insights.
- All reports are comply to regulations requirements (SOC2, ISO27001, GDPR, Hipaa etc.)
- As cyber security experts, our report include the most up to date recommendations and tools to close vulnerabilities.
- It’s not a product, it’s a service- each test is design and tailor made to your specific needs.
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We test:
- Web & mobile applications
- Networks & cloud
- social engineering
- Physical facilities
How secure is your system?
Recent years have seen an increase in cyberattacks against businesses. These challenges are no longer unique to international corporations. Today, many hackers specifically target small and medium businesses with fewer resources and, therefore, more vulnerable systems.
Hermeticon’s team of experts includes experienced white hat hackers who have penetrated some of the best-protected systems on the market.
In addition, with our CISO as a service offering, you can get a unique solution tailored to your needs, resources, and field of business. Our team will ensure that your organization meets all the applicable information security and privacy protection requirements and be well-prepared to face outsider and insider threats.
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The White Box approach:
White box tests are usually carried out internally, with the hacker receiving all the information about your company, IT systems, and security before the test. This approach allows for an in-depth assessment that detects the maximum number of vulnerabilities.
Because the tester is given full access to your network, this approach is best for simulating an insider attack.
Because they are so comprehensive, white box tests usually yield high value for the time they take. However, they cannot simulate an attack from outside the organization.
In more technical terms, the white hat hacker receives all your source code and software specifications. That way, they can detect vulnerabilities only visible from a developer’s view.
The Black Box approach:
This test is usually outsourced to someone without prior knowledge about your company’s IT systems or infrastructure. If the white hat hacker manages to gain access, they may continue and try to investigate your systems, depending on the test’s objectives and stop condition.
This test simulates an incident when a hacker not affiliated with your organization tries to gain access to your systems.
One downside of black box testing is that it usually takes a long time, with much of it spent on information gathering. A second downside is that black box tests cannot cover your company’s systems.
In black box web app tests, the tester has no information about the application and no access to source code or specifications.
The Gray Box approach:
Usually carried out for clients who do not store sensitive information, gray box tests are the most common type of penetration test.
During a gray box test, the tester gets limited information about your system and infrastructure.
In some cases, the tester also gets limited access to your network. You can choose to have the test from inside or outside your organization.
In more technical terms, the white hat hacker will get some information about the software you use, including, in some cases, some information about your source code. In the latter scenario, the white hat hacker can find vulnerabilities by going over the source code and by trying to gain access from outside.
Three types of penetration tests exist: external, internal, and combined. If necessary, the hacker can also test the security of the cloud system you use to the extent that such testing is permitted by law.
How to determine the proper testing approach for your company?
The best approach to testing a given IT system depends on its exact specifications and how it is used.
This is why it is best to consult an expert before making such decisions. Our experts will explain the pros and cons of each approach and recommend the best methodology and scope for your systems, as well as which systems need to be tested.
After the test, you will receive a detailed report listing our findings and recommendations. Following that, we will list all the corrective actions taken after the test.
Demand for penetration tests has been on the rise for some years now. Here’s why:
- More and more security incidents and cyberattacks result in data breaches, data loss, and theft;
- Users and consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the issue—for example, many companies require that their IT providers undergo periodic penetration tests to ensure that the systems they provide are safe and secure;
- Periodic penetration tests are a requirement in many standards and regulations, including Israel’s Privacy Protection Regulations (Data Security), 2017, several international standards, and GDPR;
- Risk management: data is a crucial resource for any company, and minimizing the risk of data theft and loss is paramount.
It is essential that your first penetration test be performed by a white hat hacker and not by vulnerability scanning software. Here’s why:
A test done by a human hacker is far more thorough than an automated one and much better at finding your system’s weak points. In addition, a human can compile a comprehensive report and explain the findings, making it easier for you to apply the fixes.
Many automated tools are marketed as penetration testing software, and they can spot some vulnerabilities. However, these tools cannot replace human penetration testing. Human hackers ultimately carry out real-world attacks, and automated testing cannot find all the vulnerabilities a human could exploit.
We can equip your company with the best tools for carrying out the tests, analyzing the findings, and applying the necessary fixes under our supervision. Get in touch today, and our experts will offer you a detailed quote tailored to your company’s size and needs.
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