Introduction
A penetration test (pen test) is a simulated cyber attack designed to identify security vulnerabilities before real hackers exploit them. Many companies overlook penetration testing, but it is one of the most effective ways to protect against data breaches.
Types of Penetration Testing
🔹 Network Penetration Testing – Testing firewalls, VPNs, and network devices for vulnerabilities.
🔹 Web Application Testing – Assessing SQL Injection, XSS, and authentication flaws.
🔹 Social Engineering Testing – Simulating phishing attacks to evaluate employee security awareness.
Benefits of Regular Penetration Testing
✅ Identifies security flaws before attackers do.
✅ Ensures compliance with industry standards (ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI-DSS).
✅ Helps businesses build a stronger cybersecurity posture.
Best Penetration Testing Tools
✔ Metasploit – Simulates real-world attacks.
✔ Burp Suite – Identifies web application security flaws.
✔ OWASP ZAP – Detects vulnerabilities in websites and APIs.
✔ Nmap – Scans for network vulnerabilities.
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