What is Penetration Testing?

Penetration testing (called pen testing)

Penetration testing conducted at the right stage on complex computer network systems ensures stable performance of the system eliminating all potential sources of vulnerability.

Introduction of Penetration

Complex computer networks are

vulnerable to external and internal

threats of failure. This can be safe-

guarded by conducting certain

tests during the installation stage.

Penetration testing is a method of

evaluating the security of complex

computer networks. This is

carried out by simulating an attack

on the network. Penetration testing

is an important stage in ensuring

the stability of vital computer

networks.

Penetration Testing Process Penetration test involves a thorough and

active analysis of the complex computer

network for any potential vulnerability that

may lead to disastrous failure. These may

arise from faulty system configuration, and

detected & undetected hardware or

software flaws The failure may also occur

die to some operational weaknesses in the

processing of data, or technical

countermeasures. A detailed report

carrying accurate assessment is

submitted to the network owner at the end

of the penetration test. This report also

includes remedial countermeasures

required. The testing is conducted on the

frameworks by Metasploit & w3af. Automatic testing tools are employed.

Importance of Penetration Test

Web application security testing is valuable for various reasons:

Determining the feasibility of a specific

set of attack vectors

Identifying high-risk vulnerabilities a

combination of lower risk vulnerabilities

that are exploited in a particular sequence

Identifying high-risk vulnerabilities

Undetectable in software or hardware while

scanning by automated testing

Evaluating the magnitude level of the

impact of the attacks on the business

Assessing & testing the ability of the

system network defenders to successfully

detect and respond to the attacks

Providing proper evidence to support the

additional investment incurred on security

technology & personnel

Who Does It?

Qualified experts are given the task of

conducting security test of web

application. They are known as

Certified Penetration Testers (CPT).

This certificate is issued by the Information Assurance Review Board.

Penetration Testing Service Providers –Credentials & Their Web Presence

There are service providers across the globe to conduct penetration tests.

Equipped with the right infrastructure of qualified and experienced penetration

testing experts, they plug the vital gap of ensuring and preventing any potential

breakdowns. All the service providers have hosted websites for 24 x 7 access

while giving the complete details of their organization, qualification, license,

registration, the personnel and the list of clients served.

KiwiQA Services for Penetration Testing

KiwiQA services for penetration

testing offers comprehensively

active analysis which detects all

vulnerability. Their dynamic expert

teams carry out thorough analysis

and take all possible measures to

strengthen the security systems.

They have extensive experience in

this field to carry out customized

simulated testing securing system

stability and security.

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