External Penetration Testing
Identifies security weaknesses in internet-facing systems, such as websites, firewalls, VPNs, and remote access services, to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches.
The SolarWinds Supply Chain Attack (2020)
Security Assessment and Testing
In 2020, SolarWinds, a leading IT management software provider, suffered a major cyberattack that compromised thousands of organizations, including government agencies, Fortune 500 companies, and critical infrastructure operators. The attackers infiltrated SolarWinds' external network and injected malicious code into its Orion software updates, which were later distributed to over 18,000 customers worldwide. This supply chain attack gave attackers backdoor access to sensitive networks, allowing them to conduct espionage, data theft, and system manipulation over an extended period before detection.
The impact was far-reaching and severe—organizations affected included the U.S. Department of Defense, Microsoft, Intel, and multiple federal agencies. The breach exposed sensitive national security data, forced extensive security overhauls, and led to millions of dollars in remediation costs. This incident underscores the critical need for rigorous external network security measures, including continuous monitoring of third-party integrations, robust supply chain risk management, and advanced threat detection mechanisms. It also highlights how a single external vulnerability can create widespread and long-term consequences for businesses and governments alike.
- An estimated 84% of organizations have high-risk vulnerabilities on their external network resources. 1
- Research research indicates 93% of organizational networks are poorly configured, leaving them susceptible to external attacks. 2
- In 71% of the above cases, attackers could potentially cause unacceptable business impacts due to these misconfigurations. 3
How External Penetration Testing Protects Your Business:
Your business's public-facing assets—such as websites, email servers, and cloud applications—are prime targets for cybercriminals looking to exploit vulnerabilities and gain unauthorized access. Our External Penetration Testing service simulates real-world attacks against your internet-exposed systems to identify weaknesses before threat actors can exploit them. We assess firewalls, VPNs, DNS configurations, web applications, and cloud services to uncover security gaps that could lead to data breaches, service disruptions, or financial losses.
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Web Application Penetration Testing
Evaluates web applications for security flaws such as authentication weaknesses, input validation issues, and API vulnerabilities, ensuring they are protected against real-world cyberattacks.
Cloud Penetration Testing
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Agile Penetration Testing
Integrates security into the development lifecycle, identifying vulnerabilities in code, containers, and infrastructure-as-code before they reach production.
Internal Penetration Testing
Simulates an attacker or insider threat within your network, testing security controls, lateral movement defenses, and privilege escalation risks to strengthen internal protections.
Breach Simulation
Simulates real-world cyberattacks to test an organization's ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate security incidents effectively.
Ransomware Risk Assessment
Evaluates an organization’s defenses against ransomware, assessing endpoint security, backup integrity, and response strategies to minimize the risk of data loss and downtime.
Scenario-Based Assessment
Custom-tailored security testing based on industry specific threats, ensuring an organization’s defenses align with the most relevant and probable cyber risks.
Infrastructure Hardening
Strengthens servers, networks, and cloud environments by enforcing security best practices, reducing attack surfaces, and improving system resilience against cyber threats.
Compliance Assessment
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