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Unveiling the power of penetration testing

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What is penetration testing?

If you're looking for the top UK pen testing companies, why choose Zen? The purpose of penetration testing is to identify vulnerabilities, areas of risk, access points, and weaknesses within your IT infrastructure that could leave your business open to a data breach.

Penetration testing services can test your existing security controls and determine your current cyber resilience.

Penetration testing from Zen can help your organisation enhance its cyber security by identifying, exploiting and helping remediate vulnerabilities in infrastructure, computer systems and applications.

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When should you consider penetration testing for your business?

One question that still perplexes many business is when exactly should pen testing be carried out?

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Types of Penetration Testing

Understanding the different types of penetration testing available is crucial for tailoring an effective security strategy. Here's a breakdown of the primary penetration testing options:

External penetration testing: Focuses on external-facing assets such as websites, servers, and network infrastructure. This type of test simulates an attack from outside the organisation to identify critical security vulnerabilities that could be exploited by external hackers.
Internal penetration testing: Targets internal computer system and networks, simulating an attack from within the organisation. This type of test is useful for identifying threats from insider attacks or from attackers who have breached the perimeter defences.
Web application penetration testing: Specifically assesses the security of web applications by identifying vulnerabilities such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and insecure authentication methods. This test is essential for organisations that rely heavily on web-based services.
Social engineering testing: Conducts a simulated attack that exploits human psychology rather than technical vulnerabilities. This can include phishing attacks, pretexting, and other methods to test how well employees adhere to security policies.
Wireless penetration testing: Examines the security of wireless networks, identifying vulnerabilities such as weak encryption, rogue access points, and insufficient network segmentation.
Physical penetration testing: Assesses the physical security controls of an organisation by attempting to breach physical barriers and gain access to facilities and sensitive areas.

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Common vulnerabilities identified by Pen Testing

Penetration testing can uncover a wide range of vulnerabilities within an organisation's IT infrastructure. Here are some common vulnerabilities often identified during pen tests:

Outdated software: Running outdated and unpatched software leaves systems vulnerable to known exploits. Regular updates and patch management are necessary for maintaining security.
Weak passwords: Passwords that are easy to guess or lack complexity can be a significant security risk. Implementing strong password policies and multi-factor authentication (MFA) can mitigate this risk.
Misconfigured systems: Improperly configured systems, such as open ports, default settings, or overly permissive access controls, can provide easy entry points for attackers.
SQL injection: A common web application vulnerability where attackers can execute arbitrary SQL code on the database, potentially gaining access to sensitive data.
Cross-site scripting (XSS): This vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users, which can lead to data theft and session hijacking.
Insecure authentication and authorisation: Weak or improperly implemented authentication and authorisation mechanisms can allow unauthorised access to systems and data.
Insufficient logging and monitoring: Without proper logging and monitoring, organisations may fail to detect and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
Insecure API endpoints: APIs that lack proper security measures can expose data and functionality to unauthorised users, leading to data breaches and other security issues.

By understanding and addressing these vulnerabilities through comprehensive penetration testing, security professionals can significantly improve their security posture and protect critical assets from cyber threats.

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