What is a pentest?
A pentest (short for penetration test) is a simulated attack on your app or website. Think of it like hiring a locksmith to try breaking into your own house before a real burglar does. You find the weaknesses first, on your terms.
Why companies do it
- Findings come with evidence to help your team investigate each vulnerability.
- Human review assesses findings and connects technical priority with the context of your system.
- Remediation guidance for developers and clarity for the people making decisions.
- Pentest evidence can support audits and compliance assessments. A report does not certify an organization or guarantee compliance; applicable requirements depend on the organization and assessment.
What happens without one
The first person to find a vulnerability in your app might be an attacker, not your team. By the time you find out, they may have already accessed customer data, exfiltrated files, or sold the access to someone else.
How Pentesty works
- We discuss your systems, objectives, and testing boundaries. You authorize the assets to be assessed.
- We perform the tests agreed in scope, and our specialists review findings and evidence to assess the risks.
- Your report brings together evidence, priorities, and recommendations. After remediation, further assessments help track progress.
You do not need to be technical to use Pentesty. The report is written for humans, not just developers.