What is Penetration Testing (Pentest)?
Penetration testing (also called pentesting or ethical hacking) is a proactive cybersecurity practice where security experts simulate real-world attacks on your systems to identify and exploit vulnerabilities before malicious hackers can.
At Reconix, our pentest engagements go beyond automated scanning. Our certified ethical hackers use the same techniques as real attackers but in a controlled, safe environment to find security weaknesses in your applications, networks, and infrastructure.
Our comprehensive penetration testing services help organizations identify critical vulnerabilities, validate security controls, meet compliance requirements, and strengthen their overall security posture through expert pentesting.
Key Pentest Benefits
- Identify vulnerabilities before malicious actors can exploit them
- Validate the effectiveness of your security controls
- Meet regulatory compliance requirements (ISO 27001, PCI DSS, etc.)
- Reduce the risk of data breaches and financial loss
- Receive actionable remediation guidance from pentest experts
- Demonstrate security commitment to clients and stakeholders
Comprehensive Penetration Testing (Pentest) Services
Our team of certified ethical hackers provides specialized pentesting services to protect all aspects of your organization's digital infrastructure.
Web Application Penetration Testing
Thorough pentesting of your web applications to identify OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, CSRF, and more.
Network Penetration Testing
Comprehensive network pentesting to identify misconfigurations, unpatched systems, and other security weaknesses in your infrastructure.
Mobile Application Pentesting
In-depth security assessment of iOS and Android applications to identify vulnerabilities in mobile-specific attack surfaces.
API Security Assessment
Thorough penetration testing of API endpoints, authentication mechanisms, and data validation to prevent unauthorized access or data exposure.
Cloud Infrastructure Pentesting
Security assessment of AWS, Azure, or GCP environments to identify misconfigurations and vulnerabilities in your cloud infrastructure.
ATM Security Testing
Specialized penetration testing for ATMs and financial transaction systems to identify hardware and software vulnerabilities that could lead to financial fraud.
Reconix Penetration Testing Framework
Our comprehensive pentesting methodology ensures thorough security assessment and actionable results
Planning Phase
Defining the pentest scope and making necessary preparations to prevent testing issues by conducting a project kickoff, scoping, readiness test, and understanding activities.
Initial Testing Phase
Discover vulnerabilities in the targets via a combination of automated and manual penetration testing techniques, and creating a comprehensive test result report, using industry-accepted methodological standards.
Consulting Phase
Offering expert guidance to assist developers or system owners in fixing or mitigating all vulnerabilities found during pentesting, while keeping a bug tracker to track the findings' status and determining a revisit date for future assessments.
Revisit Testing Phase
Conduct a follow-up penetration test to revisit the previous findings and confirm if they have been successfully remediated. Finalized findings' statuses and findings' fix evidence will then be prepared to share with the system owner.
Documenting Phase
Providing a comprehensive pentest report that describes the entire penetration testing process, including complete details on the overall risks of the in-scope target, how each vulnerability was resolved, and the remaining risks.
Penetration Testing for Compliance
Our pentesting services help you meet regulatory requirements and industry standards for security assessments.
PCI DSS
Meet Payment Card Industry requirements with our Requirement 11.3 pentest services.
ISO 27001
Support your ISMS with regular penetration testing as required by ISO 27001 controls.
HIPAA
Ensure protection of PHI with comprehensive security testing of healthcare systems.
GDPR
Demonstrate due diligence in protecting personal data with regular pentesting.
SOC 2
Fulfill Trust Services Criteria requirements with thorough penetration testing.
NIST 800-53
Align with federal security standards through our professional pentest methodology.
Why Choose Reconix For Your Penetration Testing Needs?
Expert Pentesters
Our penetration testing team holds industry-leading certifications including OSCP, GWAPT, eWPTX, and more.
Real-World Attack Proof-of-Concepts
Our pentests emulate the tactics, techniques, and procedures used by actual threat actors to demonstrate real impacts to the organization.
Actionable Reporting
Receive clear, detailed pentest reports with prioritized remediation guidance tailored to your organization's needs.
Comprehensive Methodology
We follow industry-standard penetration testing methodologies like OSSTMM, PTES, and OWASP for thorough security assessments.
Ongoing Post-Pentest Support
Our team provides guidance throughout the remediation process and offers verification testing to confirm issues are fixed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Penetration Testing
Get answers to common questions about our pentest services
What's the difference between penetration testing and vulnerability scanning?
Vulnerability scanning uses automated tools to identify known vulnerabilities, while penetration testing (pentesting) combines automated tools with manual techniques to actively exploit vulnerabilities and determine their real-world impact. Penetration testing provides a more thorough assessment of your security posture by simulating actual attacker behavior.
How often should we conduct penetration tests?
Most organizations should conduct penetration tests (pentests) at least annually and after any significant changes to infrastructure, applications, or business processes. Compliance requirements like PCI DSS mandate annual penetration testing and after significant changes. For high-risk industries or organizations with rapidly changing environments, more frequent pentesting (quarterly or bi-annually) may be appropriate.
Will penetration testing disrupt our business operations?
We design our pentests to minimize disruption to your business operations. We typically conduct penetration testing during agreed-upon timeframes and can perform certain high-risk tests during off-hours. Our experienced pentesters use controlled exploitation techniques to minimize the risk of service disruption. We also maintain constant communication with your team during testing to address any concerns immediately.
What information do you need from us to start a penetration test?
To begin a pentest, we typically need information about the target systems (IP ranges, URLs, application details), testing scope (target functions) and constraints, testing timeframes, and contact information for key stakeholders. We'll provide a detailed questionnaire during the scoping phase to gather all necessary information for an effective penetration test.
How long does a penetration test take?
The duration of a pentest depends on the scope and complexity of the target environment. Typical penetration testing engagements range from 1-2 weeks for focused tests (like a single web application) to 3-4 weeks for comprehensive tests of complex environments. We'll provide a detailed timeline during the scoping process.
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