Penetration testing, or pentesting, is the process of probing a network or system by simulating an attack, which is used to find vulnerabilities that could be exploited by a malicious actor. The main goal of a pentest is to identify security holes and weaknesses so that the organization being tested can fix any potential issues. In a professional penetration test, there are six phases you should know.
Pentesting Lingo
Like many industries, and especially within IT, certain terms can cause initial confusion for people not familiar with them. Penetration testing can get pretty technical, but… more
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