Detailed examination and testing of IT infrastructures, revealing potential threats or vulnerabilities. Essential for maintaining the security and integrity of IT systems and networks.
An Infrastructure Pentest provides a holistic view into an organization's digital foundations, probing interconnected systems for vulnerabilities. By simulating sophisticated cyber-attacks, it offers insights into resilience, ensuring smooth and secure operations.
With an Infrastructure Pentest, businesses gain peace of mind knowing their digital backbone is secure. Every node, every connection is vetted, providing a roadmap for enhanced security. It's more than just a test; it's a commitment to digital excellence and trust.
The benefits of Infrastructure Pentesting services
Evaluating every aspect of digital infrastructure provides a panoramic view of potential risks, ensuring no vulnerabilities are overlooked.
Addressing vulnerabilities before they're exploited can prevent costly remediations and potential legal entanglements post-breach.
A well-tested infrastructure supports seamless business operations, reducing downtimes and ensuring consistent service delivery.
Periodic pentests ensure infrastructure remains resilient against emerging cyber threats, ensuring a long-standing secure environment.
Why choose Infrastructure Pentest By Websec?
What we review
Supported Frameworks
Commonly Found Vulnerabilities
What we review
Our infrastructure assessment is customized to fit your needs, whether you aim to evaluate a whole network or a particular section. Here are the areas we typically examine during our testing sessions:
Network architecture and devices (routers, switches, firewalls, etc)
Missing security patches
Build reviews
Operating systems of live systems
Software installed on live systems
Domains and Active Directory
Highest Quality Pentesting
WebSec is dedicated to upholding the standards of the CCV-Pentesting Trustseal, a testament to our commitment to cybersecurity excellence:
CCV Standard Compliance: Our penetration testing rigorously aligns with the CCV's stringent requirements for comprehensive security evaluations.
Norm-Conforming Documentation: Each test is meticulously documented, adhering to CCV norms for transparency and precision.
Guaranteed Quality Testing: Clients are assured of receiving top-tier penetration testing services, validated by our adherence to CCV standards.
Expert Team with OSCP Certification: Every security specialist on our team holds an OSCP certification, ensuring depth and expertise in our testing processes.
Infrastructure Pentesting Approach
Internal Infrastructure Pentest
From an internal vantage point, we examine your vital infrastructure components: servers, databases, and communication pathways, ensuring top-tier internal security.
Our assessment, done from within the network, aims to leave no stone unturned. We prioritize securing your organization's heartbeat against internal vulnerabilities.
About internal infrastructure pentesting by WebSec:
Evaluates vulnerabilities from the perspective of an internal attacker
Often more costly due to the requirement of a steady in-house security team
Facilitates consistent security maintenance through regular assessments
Potentially more comprehensive as it accounts for threats from both internal and external sources
External Infrastructure Pentest
Looking from the outside in, our external pentest evaluates your infrastructure's resilience. Every exposed component, from firewalls to servers, is meticulously tested.
The aim is clear: shield your organization from threats in the vast digital world, ensuring every gateway remains impregnable and every vulnerability is sealed.
About external infrastructure pentesting by WebSec:
Evaluates vulnerabilities from the perspective of an external attacker
Can be more budget-friendly as it allows for outsourcing and does not necessitatea constant team
Typically conducted periodically with proper planning
Generally less comprehensive as it mainly focuses on external threats
Types of Infrastructure Pentests
Black box pentest
also known as closed-box penetration tests
Realism: Highly realistic.
Time: Fast (days), High chance of missing vulnerabilities.
Prior knowledge: None; Pentesters are only provided with limited network details, such as IP addresses or network segments, without further access or knowledge.
Grey box pentest
Combination of black and white box testing
Realism: Balanced.
Time: Average (week), Low chance of missing vulnerabilities.
Prior knowledge: Partial; Pentesters are given access to certain system or network documentation, test accounts, and information about network architecture and configurations.
White box pentest
also known as open-box penetration tests
Realism: Unrealistic.
Time: Long (weeks), Very high chance of identifying unknown vulnerabilities but time-consuming.
Prior knowledge: Full; Pentesters are provided full access to all network infrastructure, system documentation, configurations, network diagrams, and source code of critical systems.
We initiate by scrupulously amassing crucial data regarding your infrastructure’s details, scrutinizing network configurations, and software deployments, establishing a substantial foundation for the forthcoming penetration test.
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Threat modeling
During this phase, we develop intricate threat models, identifying possible attack vectors and potential adversaries. The objective is to strategically bolster defenses, protecting vital infrastructure elements from cyber-attacks.
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Vulnerability analysis
Utilizing advanced tools, we conduct a deep vulnerability assessment of your infrastructure, identifying weak points and areas prone to exploitation, creating a vivid picture of potential security gaps in your system.
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Exploitation
At this juncture, we simulate real-world attack scenarios in a secured environment, probing identified vulnerabilities to understand the extent of possible damage and unauthorized access in your infrastructure.
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Post exploitation
Post-exploitation, our focus sharpens on securing the exposed avenues, analyzing the data accessed, and working towards restoring system stability, ensuring a fortified defense against future attacks.
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Reporting
To conclude, we provide a comprehensive report detailing the detected vulnerabilities, coupled with strategic advice and actionable steps to augment your infrastructure's security framework for the long term.
71%Infrastructure Vulnerability Rate
According to a 2020 report by Positive Technologies, over 71% of companies have at least one vulnerability on their network perimeter, emphasizing the vital role of infrastructure penetration testing in ensuring corporate security.
800kSMB Vulnerabilities
A report from ZDNet cited that over 800,000 Windows computers around the world were still vulnerable to BlueKeep, a critical remote code execution bug in the Windows Remote Desktop Services, as of 2019.
+33%Vulnerable IoT Devices
In 2020, Symantec noted that IoT devices experienced a 33% increase in vulnerabilities compared to the previous year, signaling a critical need for penetration testing to secure network environments housing these devices.
Infrastructure Pentest (Infra VAPT) FAQ's
What is the primary goal of Infrastructure Pentesting?
The primary goal of Infrastructure Pentesting is to proactively identify and mitigate vulnerabilities within an organization's IT infrastructure to prevent potential cyberattacks. This ensures that the infrastructure is robust, secure, and capable of defending against both current and emerging cyber threats.
How does Infrastructure Pentesting contribute to regulatory compliance?
Infrastructure Pentesting helps organizations meet various regulatory requirements by ensuring that their IT systems and data handling practices comply with standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS. Regular pentesting demonstrates due diligence in protecting sensitive information and maintaining data integrity and privacy.
What industries most benefit from regular Infrastructure Pentesting?
Industries that deal with sensitive data or rely heavily on IT infrastructure, such as healthcare, finance, government, retail, and technology sectors, benefit most from regular Infrastructure Pentesting. This is crucial for preventing data breaches, ensuring service continuity, and maintaining trust with clients and stakeholders.
How is Infrastructure Pentesting tailored for large enterprises versus small businesses?
1. Scope and Complexity: Large enterprises often have more complex networks, requiring a broader and more detailed pentesting scope compared to smaller businesses with simpler infrastructures.
2. Resource Allocation: Larger organizations may allocate more resources, including specialized tools and teams, for comprehensive testing, while small businesses might focus on critical areas within budget constraints.
3. Risk Prioritization: Enterprises might prioritize securing high-value assets and critical systems, whereas small businesses may focus on the most vulnerable areas to optimize their investment.
4. Frequency of Testing: Large enterprises may conduct pentests more frequently due to the dynamic nature of their environments and higher risk levels, while small businesses might opt for less frequent tests due to limited changes in their IT environment.
What innovative technologies are shaping the future of Infrastructure Pentesting?
1. Automated Scanning Tools: Automation in vulnerability scanning helps streamline the pentesting process, allowing for more frequent and consistent tests.
2. Artificial Intelligence: AI is increasingly used to simulate advanced cyber-attack scenarios and to analyze the results for better threat prediction and response.
3. Cloud-Based Pentesting Platforms: These platforms provide scalability and flexibility, enabling testers to conduct thorough assessments remotely and securely.
4. Integration with DevOps: Incorporating pentesting into the CI/CD pipeline, especially in DevSecOps environments, helps ensure that security is a continuous focus throughout the software development lifecycle.
What are the common challenges faced during Infrastructure Pentesting, and how are they addressed?
1. Scaling Complexity: As networks grow, so does the complexity of testing. Strategies such as segmenting the network and prioritizing assets can help manage this complexity.
2. Evolving Security Threats: Continuous training and updating of tools and techniques are vital to keep pace with new types of cyber threats.
3. Integrating Findings: Ensuring that the insights from pentests are effectively communicated and integrated into the organization’s broader security strategy is crucial for achieving tangible improvements.
4. Balancing Depth with Breadth: Striking the right balance between thorough, in-depth testing of critical components and broader testing across the network is key to effective pentesting.
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