Penetration Testing (Pen Testing)
This is the core service provided by Cyber-Hack Solutions. Our pen testers simulate real-world cyber attacks to identify weaknesses and security gaps in a controlled manner. By exploiting vulnerabilities, they assess how well the organization's defenses can withstand actual threats.
Attack Styles and Methods:
Bellow are descriptions of the different pen test methods we conduct as well as pen test types:
Method:
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In white box testing, our penetration testers have full knowledge of the internal workings, architecture, and network of the target system. This means they have access to detailed information about the system's design, implementation, and infrastructure. With this knowledge, they can identify potential vulnerabilities more accurately and thoroughly.
White box testing simulates an attack from an insider or a malicious user with detailed knowledge of the system. This type of testing is useful for identifying vulnerabilities that might not be easily discovered using other testing methods.
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Black box penetration testing is when our testers lack prior knowledge of the target system. They approach it as external attackers, without access to internal details of the network. The goal is to find vulnerabilities through external analysis, like scanning for open ports, spotting network weaknesses, and exploiting vulnerabilities.
This method mirrors real-world attacks, offering insights into remote attacker strategies.
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Grey box testing blends white box and black box testing methods. Our testers hold partial knowledge of the system, like architecture or limited network access. This approach balances the white box method’s depth and incorporates black box techniques.
Our testers pinpoint areas of concern both inside and outside the network to simulate external and internal attacks effectively.
Types:
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Our pentesters will visit your location and attempt to breach physical security barriers, network systems, or personnel to identify weaknesses in security.
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This involves assessing the security of an organization's network infrastructure such as routers, switches, and Wi-Fi, to identify any weaknesses that could lead to unauthorized access or data interception. Our testers aim to discover potential entry points for attackers and assess the effectiveness of network security controls.
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Our penetration testers focus on evaluating the security of web applications like websites, online portals, and web-based services. They attempt to find vulnerabilities in the application's code, configurations, and authentication mechanisms.
Note: A penetration test will include a thorough report containing all findings discovered during the testing process.