Penetration testing simulates real attacks to identify vulnerabilities that automated tools might miss.
What is Pen Testing?
Ethical hackers attempt to exploit vulnerabilities using the same techniques as malicious actors.
Testing Phases
- Reconnaissance - Gather information about targets.
- Exploitation - Attempt to exploit discovered vulnerabilities.
- Reporting - Document findings and remediation guidance.
Test Types
- Black Box - No prior knowledge of systems.
- White Box - Full access to documentation and code.
Security Testing
Complement testing with continuous protection.