Penetration Testing Services

Penetration Testing Services

In 2022, multiple data breaches impacted 83% of organizations*

 

Penetration testing can assist you in joining the distinguished 17%

Plutosec is a prominent penetration testing firm specializing in evaluating business risks and vulnerability to cyber threats. Our certified experts, accredited by CREST and ISO 27001, conduct simulations of actual attacks across network systems, applications, and physical security elements to pinpoint and address vulnerabilities.

 

Unparalleled penetration testing that reveals the unexpected

Penetration testing is an essential element of a comprehensive cybersecurity testing strategy. Its purpose is to detect vulnerabilities in systems or networks before they can be exploited by malicious hackers. Shouldn’t it be foolproof? That’s what Plutosec, based in Canada with offices in Toronto and other cities, can offer. Our team at Plutosec specializes in penetration testing, covering all aspects of network systems, applications, and physical security components. We simulate real-life attacks to provide a realistic assessment of your business risks and exposure to cybercrime. Experience top-tier Penetration Testing with Plutosec. Here are some of the best practices our team follows to meet your expections:

MCSL   Regular testing of the entire system helps us stay current with evolving threats and adapt to changes in your environment.

MCSL   At Plutosec, our team also executes a rigorous and comprehensive testing schedule encompassing a broad spectrum of systems, networks, and applications. Our methodology ensures thorough evaluation to stay aligned with evolving threats and changes in your environment.

MCSL   Ongoing monitoring of your system is essential for identifying and responding promptly to emerging vulnerabilities and threats.

Security is a continuous endeavor that demands a layered approach, encompassing risk assessment, proactive security measures, incident response planning, and regular penetration testing.

How do we ensure the highest quality experience with our Network Penetration Testing Services?

 

At Plutosec, efficiency is paramount. We prioritize swift client service—our Project Onboarding process is completed within minutes. We’ve developed a thorough approach to guarantee a successful and efficient penetration testing experience for our clients. Let’s delve into these steps to provide you with a clearer understanding.

 

MCSL  We define the goals and objectives of the penetration testing engagement clearly, establishing what you aim to accomplish. This could include identifying and mitigating specific vulnerabilities, meeting industry regulations, or enhancing your overall security stance.

MCSL  Next, we define the scope of the penetration test, specifying the systems, applications, and network segments to be evaluated.

MCSL  We also ensure that our cybersecurity testing process adheres to all applicable laws and regulations. This includes obtaining required permissions and approvals, as well as ensuring that testing activities do not disrupt critical systems or violate any terms of service agreements.

MCSL  Prior to commencing penetration testing, our team conducts a vulnerability assessment to identify and document existing vulnerabilities. This process aids penetration testers in focusing on uncovering new and unknown vulnerabilities.

MCSL  At Plutosec, our team collaborates with your testing team to select suitable testing methods, such as external or internal testing, application testing, wireless network testing, or social engineering. These methods are chosen to align closely with your specific objectives.

MCSL  Allow the penetration testing team to conduct testing within the specified scope.

MCSL  We maintain ongoing monitoring of testing progress and ensure regular communication with the testing team to promptly address any issues or questions that arise.

MCSL  Our penetration testing team delivers a detailed report outlining our findings, which includes identified vulnerabilities, their severity, and recommended steps for remediation.

MCSL  Upon receiving the findings, we prioritize and address the identified vulnerabilities by implementing security patches, configuration changes, or other recommended countermeasures provided by the testing team.

MCSL  Once the remediation is finished, enlist the penetration testing team to conduct a retest to confirm that the identified vulnerabilities have been successfully mitigated.

MCSL  Utilizing insights gained from the penetration testing process, we assist you in continually enhancing your network security.

 

 

Purple Teaming can help you:

  • Planning and Scoping: Define the scope and objectives of the purple team exercise.
  • Initial Assessment (Red Team): Conduct offensive testing to simulate real-world attacks.
  • Observation (Blue Team): Monitor and analyze red team activities for detection and response.
  • Collaborative Analysis: Discuss findings and tactics between red and blue teams.
  • Knowledge Sharing: Share insights and lessons learned for mutual improvement.
  • Remediation Planning: Implement fixes and enhancements based on identified vulnerabilities.
  • Validation Testing: Verify effectiveness of remediations through further testing.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Document findings, actions taken, and recommendations in a comprehensive report.

 

 

Why organizations need penetration testing?

MCSL   Identify key vulnerabilities : Identifying critical vulnerabilities is a core objective of penetration testing, encompassing a thorough evaluation of an organization’s IT infrastructure, applications, and network to uncover weaknesses exploitable by malicious entities. These vulnerabilities can span software and applications, operating systems, network configurations, access controls, authentication mechanisms, and susceptibility to social engineering. With our advanced tools, we assist in assessing and quantifying the potential impact on your business and critical operations.

 

MCSL    Achieve regulatory compliance : To achieve regulatory compliance through penetration testing, start by understanding the specific regulations involved. Clearly define the scope of your penetration testing efforts, outlining the systems and assets to be tested first. Next, choose a reputable penetration testing provider like Plutosec, ensuring they have the necessary skills and experience. Conduct the penetration testing while ensuring testers adhere strictly to the defined scope and regulatory requirements. Address any vulnerabilities discovered promptly and produce detailed reports documenting the cybersecurity testing process, findings, and remediation steps taken. Lastly, schedule regular penetration testing sessions to maintain compliance and continually improve your security posture.

 

MCSL   Supply chain attacks : Supply chain attack penetration testing, also referred to as supply chain security testing or vendor risk assessment, involves evaluating and assessing the security of an organization’s supply chain. This process aims to address the rising concern of supply chain attacks, where attackers target suppliers and service providers to exploit vulnerabilities and infiltrate larger, more secure organizations. Our team specializes in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities within your supply chain to proactively prevent such security breaches.

 

MCSL    Implement appropriate controls : Implementing necessary controls based on penetration testing results is a crucial aspect of enhancing security. The steps involved in implementing these controls include:

 

MCSL   Review the penetration test result

MCSL   Prioritize your findings

MCSL   Create an action plan

MCSL   Remediation and mitigation

MCSL   Testing and validation

MCSL   Monitoring and improving

MCSL   Updating policies and procedures

MCSL   Employee training

MCSL   Incident response plans

MCSL  Communication

MCSL  Repeat penetration testing

MCSL  Documentation : Implementing suitable controls post penetration testing is a continuous endeavor. Regular reassessment and updates to your security measures are essential to address evolving threats and vulnerabilities. Collaboration with security experts and potential engagement with external security firms for additional testing and expertise are also part of our strategy.

MCSL  Protect brand reputation : Safeguarding your brand reputation is paramount, and penetration testing (pen testing) plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Our approach includes several steps: identifying security weaknesses, preventing data breaches, ensuring compliance, enhancing customer trust, protecting intellectual property, and maintaining service availability and response preparedness.

Integrating penetration testing into your comprehensive testing strategy is a proactive and strategic method to safeguard your brand reputation. It helps identify and mitigate security risks before they pose potential harm to your organization.

MCSL  Prevent threat infiltration : At Plutosec, we facilitate regular penetration testing across your systems, networks, and applications. This essential process is led by seasoned professionals who simulate attacker techniques to uncover vulnerabilities. Utilizing the results of these tests, we pinpoint weaknesses in your infrastructure, prioritizing and remedying critical issues first. Keeping your systems and software current with the latest security patches and updates is crucial, as many infiltrations stem from unpatched vulnerabilities.

Additionally, Plutosec employs network segmentation to curtail lateral movement for attackers. This means that in the event of a compromise in one network segment, access to the entire network remains restricted. We conduct routine security audits to ensure compliance with established security policies and standards. Our team also aids in implementing robust logging and monitoring of system and network activities, enhancing your ability to detect and respond to potential threats promptly.

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