How much does a web application penetration test cost?

The cost of a penetration test varies significantly according to a number of factors. The most determining factor is the size and complexity of the testing scope (such as the number/types of features or user roles). Contact sales to get a quote or read our blog post to learn more.

How does it differ from other types of security testing?

Web application penetration testing is a specialized form of security testing that focuses on identifying vulnerabilities in web applications: from it's hosting, database, software and programming language used, to each action that can be taken on the application. Unlike other types of security testing, web application penetration testing takes into account the unique architecture and design of web applications in order to more effectively identify potential security risks. Additionally, web application penetration testing often employs both automated and manual testing techniques in order to accurately contextualize findings and provide actionable recommendations tailored to the features present in the app.

How do you test the security of web applications?

The security of web applications can be tested through a variety of methods, including manual and automated testing techniques. Manual testing techniques involve manually inspecting the code and architecture of an application in order to identify potential security risks in the way each action is handled. Automated testing techniques make use of specialized software to automatically scan an application for known vulnerabilities. However, automated testing alone is insufficient for identifying all potential security risks present in an application, because they are often complex and unique, making it impossible for automated scanners to accurately identify all potential vulnerabilities. For this reason, our testers leverage a combination of both manual and automated testing techniques to assess the security of web applications

How much does an external penetration test cost?

The cost varies significantly according to a number of factors. The most determining factor is the size (such as the number of external IP addresses being targeted) and complexity of the testing scope. Contact sales to get a free quote or read our blog post to learn more.

At which frequency should it be performed?

According to best practices, it's highly recommended to perform external security assessments at least once a year or following any major changes to the infrastructure to stay on top of the latest cyber threats. Conducting an external penetration test on a yearly basis is also required by various standards, such as PCI-DSS , ISO27001 , and SOC 2 to maintain compliance.

Why is it important to prioritize external security testing?

External penetration testing is important because it tests the security of a company's public-facing assets. This is important because these assets are typically the most vulnerable to attack, and if they are breached, it can be very costly for the company. External penetration testing helps identify and fix any vulnerabilities in a company's external network that can be exploited by hackers, allowing organizations to mitigate their most important risk of facing a damaging cyberattack.

What is the difference between internal and external testing?

Internal penetration testing is conducted within an organization's network and focuses on internal assets, while external penetration testing assesses the security of an organization's external-facing systems, such as the network on which their public website is hosted. External penetration testing is generally considered to be more effective in preventing cyberattacks because it provides a more realistic assessment of how attackers would view and attack your system. Additionally, external testers are less likely to have inside knowledge of your system that could be used to exploit vulnerabilities. Internal penetration testing is generally conducted by organizations with a well-developed and mature cybersecurity strategy or with specific compliance requirements, such as the card-processing standard PCI-DSS, which requires a yearly internal test to be conducted.

How much does an internal penetration test cost?

The cost of an internal penetration test varies significantly according to a number of factors. The most determining factor is the size (such as the number of local servers or IP adresses) and complexity of the testing scope. Contact sales to get a quote or read our blog post to learn more.

Are internal tests performed on-site?

Typically, providers often require presence on-site to gain access and test your internal network. This is not the case for us. The vast majority of our internal penetration testing projects are performed remotely. We provide various remote access options depending on testing scope and existing infrastructure, such as the Vumetric Teleporter that can be deployed anywhere around the world, or VPN solutions that leverage existing technologies, allowing us to perform any kind of internal testing remotely.

What is the difference between internal and external testing?

Internal penetration testing is conducted within an organization's network and focuses on internal assets, such as local file servers while external penetration testing assesses the security of an organization's external-facing systems, such as the network on which their public website is hosted or an email system.

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How much does a penetration test cost?

The cost of a penetration test varies significantly according to a number of factors. The most determining factor is the size (such as the number of the IP addresses being targeted) and the complexity of the testing scope (the number of features in an application, for instance).

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Average projects take between 2-3 weeks from start to finish.

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Yes. At the end of the project, we offer a free retest of the identified vulnerabilities to validate your corrective measures.

Once this is done, we provide an attestation letter that allows your organization to easily comply with various third-party requirements (SOC 2, PCI-DSS, ISO27001, GDPR, etc.)

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