Web App & API Pen Testing
Websites are a treasure trove for attackers, often holding sensitive user data and acting as a gateway to your wider systems. That’s why Web Application Penetration Testing (Pen Testing) is a crucial weapon in your cybersecurity arsenal.
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The different types of web app testing
Imagine a thief trying every door and window to find a way into your house. That’s the essence of a comprehensive Web Application Penetration Testing methodology, and at Selected Cyber, we believe in leaving no stone unturned.
Authenticated
This simulates an attack from within your system, mimicking a scenario where an attacker has already gained some level of access.
Unauthenticated
This simulates an attack from an external source, just like a real-world attacker on the internet. It exposes vulnerabilities that could be exploited by anyone.
API
Pen testing your APIs should be an included component if your web applications uses them. It’s best practice to test these in addition to your web app.
Our methodology meticulously models different attack vectors, essentially simulating various ways malicious actors might try to infiltrate your web application. We don’t just focus on the easy stuff – we recommend a blend of authenticated and unauthenticated testing.
Benefits of Web App & API Testing
Shield Your Website from Attack
Web application pen testing acts like a security guard for your website, identifying vulnerabilities before cybercriminals can exploit them.
Maintain User Trust
A secure website builds trust with your visitors. Web application pen testing helps ensure your website is free from vulnerabilities.
Stay Ahead of Evolving Threats
Cybercriminals are constantly developing new attack methods. Web application pen testing helps identify these vulnerabilities.
Improve Application Performance
Vulnerabilities can sometimes slow down your website's performance. Web application pen testing can uncover these issues.
Reduce Development Costs
Fixing vulnerabilities after a website launch can be expensive. Regular web application pen testing helps identify and address issues early on.
Gain Peace of Mind
Knowing your website is secure provides peace of mind for both you and your visitors. Web application pen testing gives you the confidence that your website is a safe.
Ready to fortify your web applications?
Contact us today for a free consultation. We’ll discuss your specific needs and recommend the best pen testing service for your organisation. Let’s work together to build a robust security shield and keep your systems safe from evolving cyber threats.
Following an initial consultation and guided by your objectives, we’ll work with you to build a bespoke engagement.
We can capture this initial scoping information via a screen-sharing call, a scoping form or where necessary, an in-person meeting.
During this phase, our expert teams will use the latest tactics, techniques and procedures to gather as much security information as possible about the in-scope targets.
Our expert teams use the latest security tooling and industry knowledge & expertise to conduct detailed analysis, discovering vulnerabilities within your chosen scope.
Using bespoke tooling, exploits and off-the-shelf software, our expert teams will safely look to understand and exploit the vulnerabilities discovered within the context of your scope.
During this phase, our expert teams will apply contextualised information relating to the discovered vulnerabilities. This might be a combination of CVSS (Common Vulnerability Scoring System), Impact or Probability or even EPSS (Exploit Prediction Scoring System). They’ll also look to elevate privileges and pivot into other systems (where appropriate).
During the conclusion of the engagement our expert teams will create a comprehensive report with their findings. The report will include an executive summary, details on vulnerabilities and confirmed proof-of-concept exploitations. We also encourage our testers to use plain English and to provide further info to help speed up remediation activities.
Following you recieving and reviewing the report, we’ll arrange a wash-up session to allow you to discuss the findings with the pen tester and also talk about follow-up consultancy.