A Penetration Test is a method of evaluating the security of a computer system or network by simulating an attack by malicious outsiders. The process involves an active analysis of the system for potential vulnerabilities that could result from poor or improper system configuration, both known and unknown hardware or software flaws, or operational weaknesses in process or technical countermeasures.
This analysis is carried out from the position of a potential attacker. Security issues uncovered through the penetration test are presented to the system’s owner. Effective penetration testing will couple this information with an accurate assessment of the potential impacts to the organization and outline a range of technical and procedural countermeasures to reduce risk.
Sentinel Worldwide’s penetration testing is a complementary component to our IT Security Consulting services. Our Penetration Testing services seek to utilize the current attack techniques employed by individuals and organizations seeking to gain unauthorized access to your corporate information. Whereas an IT Security policy seeks to identify and correct potential vulnerabilities, only through the use of targeted penetration testing can one identify which is the largest risk to your environment and prioritize efforts to fix these vulnerabilities.
Sentinel seeks to stay abreast of the current trends in cyber attacks being leveraged against companies in the international arena, whether these attacks are carried out by individuals, ‘Hacktivist’ organizations or Advanced Persistant Threat groups.
