Overview
Web application penetration testing is an intensive security examination process designed to detect, analyse, and subsequently rectify any vulnerabilities or flaws within web applications to guard against potential cyber threats. This process involves simulating real-world attacks using various methodologies such as black-box testing (where the tester has no prior knowledge of the system), white-box testing (where the tester has full knowledge and access), and grey-box testing (a hybrid of both). This practice encompasses analysing the application’s data and code security, testing the configurations and encryption techniques used, inspecting user privileges and access controls, and even examining the frameworks or coding practices used in creating the application.
The principal objective is to enhance the security measures of the web application, thereby securing sensitive data, ensuring business operations remain uninterrupted, and complying with necessary data protection regulations. Penetration testing provides a comprehensive assessment of security gaps and offers critical insights necessary to formulate effective security solutions. The tester can document every step of the process, detailing each vulnerability or attack vector discovered during the test, along with suggestions for mitigating those weaknesses.
Highlights
- Free retest and debrief with the tester | This is provided to enable you to confirm that the identified issues are relevant and to demonstrate that they have been resolved to any interested parties.
- Comprehensive and prompt reporting | We guarantee that all reports are delivered within 5 days following the test's completion. These reports include remediation advice, vulnerability scoring, and an environmental risk assessment.
- Certified testers and trusted frameworks | All the penetration tests we conduct are carried out by CREST or OSCP-certified professionals, ensuring adherence to the highest testing standards. Additionally, we utilise the most current testing methodologies.
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Clients receive 1-to-1 support from the tester throughout the test, and any issues will be resolved as swiftly as possible. In addition, after testing, Secnode ensures the security of their clients' infrastructure by offering a debrief session to ask the tester any questions, and a completely free retest of the environment tested to ensure any issues found have been effectively resolved.
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