One of the key differences we’ve seen between penetration testing quotes is the inclusion of a re-test. A re-test of discovered findings is one of those things in the security consulting industry that seems to have become a topic of fierce debate, as many organizations are trying to leverage it as a differentiator. Getting discovered […]
So you just decided to pull the trigger and purchase that shiny new penetration test you’ve had your eye on for a while. You got organizational buy-in, a check has been cut, and you’re ready to see the vulnerabilities on your network and make some meaningful changes. But what exactly comes next? How do we […]
In it’s most basic form, a penetration test is a skilled ethical hacker who is contracted to attempt to break into your organization and tell you what to fix. This will hopefully prevent a malicious actor from doing the same thing. With that being said, there are many different types of penetration tests. There are […]
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) isn’t the easiest set of requirements to read and understand. Many of the items specified in it are ambiguous or open to a variety of different interpretations. So naturally, many organizations required to meet this standard just want to know what exactly do they need to […]
Crazy variations in pricing between companies is one of the most common complaints we hear from clients comparing penetration testing quotes. This isn’t a new problem for the services industry as a whole, but it can be frustrating. Especially when you’re trying to compare services that are more technical in nature. Information security consulting engagements […]
About 95% of the time, penetration tests are completed without any issues occurring. An experienced penetration tester will have conducted hundreds of assessments on a myriad of networks, and will know the common pitfalls to avoid. A skilled tester will work diligently to evaluate the risk to your network, while protecting your systems and keeping […]
Knowing the difference between a penetration test and vulnerability scan is critical to optimizing your resources and making sure you are taking the necessary steps to reach compliance, secure your network, and determine your level of risk. Penetration tests are far more expensive and may be more than you need, while vulnerability scans, while cheap, […]
