Quadron VAPT – Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment
Quadron VAPT – Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessment
Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) are two complementary security procedures aimed at identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in IT systems.
Vulnerability Assessment (VA)
The goal of a vulnerability assessment is to systematically identify security flaws and weaknesses within a system, using either automated or manual methods. The process follows a predefined methodology, analysing system components such as web applications, databases, and network devices. The outcome of a vulnerability assessment is a list of potential security issues; however, it does not include an in-depth exploitation of these vulnerabilities.
Penetration Testing (PT)
During penetration testing, an ethical hacker—or pentester—deliberately tests the identified weaknesses to assess how easily an actual attacker could exploit them. This method not only identifies system vulnerabilities but also simulates potential attack scenarios by chaining discovered weaknesses together. As a result, penetration testing provides a comprehensive picture of an IT infrastructure’s resilience against real-world threats.
Vulnerability Assessment (VA)
The goal of a vulnerability assessment is to systematically identify security flaws and weaknesses within a system, using either automated or manual methods. The process follows a predefined methodology, analysing system components such as web applications, databases, and network devices. The outcome of a vulnerability assessment is a list of potential security issues; however, it does not include an in-depth exploitation of these vulnerabilities.
Penetration Testing (PT)
During penetration testing, an ethical hacker—or pentester—deliberately tests the identified weaknesses to assess how easily an actual attacker could exploit them. This method not only identifies system vulnerabilities but also simulates potential attack scenarios by chaining discovered weaknesses together. As a result, penetration testing provides a comprehensive picture of an IT infrastructure’s resilience against real-world threats.
Why Choose Quadron VAPT?
Skilled professionals
High-quality, easy-to-understand reports
Easily integrable remediation recommendations
Steps of the VAPT Process
- Preparation: Understanding the client’s systems, requirements, and expectations to gain a precise and comprehensive overview of the targeted assets.
- Assessment: Conducting a vulnerability assessment, followed by penetration testing, where the pentester simulates real attack vectors both manually and using automated tools.
- Remediation Recommendations: A detailed report is compiled, outlining discovered vulnerabilities and providing actionable recommendations to strengthen system security.
- Verification: Upon request, the pentester verifies whether the implemented fixes have effectively eliminated the identified vulnerabilities.
Implementing VAPT not only enhances IT system security but also supports compliance with various regulations, such as the NIS2 directive and GDPR, which indirectly encourage regular security assessments.
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