Question 1

1. Scoping

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Scoping the Penetration Test
We start with a scoping meeting to define the test duration and which systems or services will be included.
Key factors we assess:
 • Manual vs. Automated Testing:
Manual testing is essential for complex business logic and role-based access control (e.g., User vs. Admin). It ensures thorough validation of authorization and access mechanisms.
 • Number of Applications & Testing Frequency:
Each app has its own risks. Decide whether to test everything at once or distribute tests across multiple sessions or release cycles.
 • API Scope:
Not all endpoints are equal. Prioritizing key APIs helps focus efforts where risks are highest.
 • Testing Approach (Blackbox, Whitebox, Source Access):
Access to source code and developer support enables faster, deeper testing and better use of your budget.
 • Budget Constraints:
Penetration tests are often time-boxed. For large applications, we may use a sampling strategy to focus on critical areas.
 • Scheduling:
Flexibility around test timing helps avoid busy periods and ensures better collaboration.

Next steps after scoping
Once scope is finalized:
 • We’ll request test credentials (2 users per role level)
 • Establish direct communication with your DevSecOps team for efficient coordination and fast response to any critical findings

Question 2

2. Test

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We establish a dedicated channel (e.g., Slack or Teams) for real-time collaboration between your team and our testers—ensuring fast clarification, early issue validation, and quick remediation when needed.

Testing follows a structured methodology aligned with ISO 27001 and security best practices. We combine automation with focused manual testing to simulate real-world attack paths, with special attention to business logic, user roles, and access controls.

Typical focus areas include:
 • Dynamic application and API testing
 • Manual validation of access and data exposure
 • Role-based testing across user levels
 • Retesting of critical fixes

The scope, reporting cadence, and focus are tailored to your needs—whether it's a traditional pentest, part of a release cycle, or verification of previous findings.

Question 3

3. Report

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After testing, you’ll receive a detailed vulnerability report with clear risk categorization: Critical, High, Medium, and Low. Each issue is mapped to standard frameworks such as OWASP, enabling easy integration into your internal metrics, security dashboards, and compliance tracking.

If we’ve been embedded in your DevSecOps process, we can tailor findings for direct copy-paste into your ticketing system of choice—saving time and ensuring accurate handoff.

We encourage you to leverage the report beyond remediation:
 • Use it as evidence for compliance audits (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2)
 • Identify gaps in security training if certain patterns recur
 • Compare vulnerability trends across teams or applications
 • Spot DevSecOps blind spots, such as missing code scanning or poor test coverage
 • Check whether the test was detected—revealing gaps in monitoring and incident response

The report offers valuable insights into both your development practices and your information security posture.

Question 4

4. Wrap-Up

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We conclude with a follow-up session where we walk you through the findings and provide remediation guidance tailored to your business and technical environment.

We’ll also discuss the recommended frequency of future tests to help you build a sustainable, risk-based vulnerability management program. It’s important to remember that penetration testing is a snapshot in time—most effective when combined with secure development practices, automation, and used as a final validation step before or after production deployments.

Our goal is to leave your team with clarity, control, and confidence—both in your code and your compliance posture.

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Security You Can Prove.
Compliance You Can Trust.

Why Penetration Testing Matters

Which Frameworks Require Testing?

PCI DSS

FR FedRAMP

SOC 2

GDPR

HITRUST CSF

NIST 800-53

DORA

ISO 27001

CCPA

NIST CSF 2.0

HIPAA

ISO 42001

NIST AI RMF

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