Network Penetration Testing (PT) is a systematic approach to identifying and exploiting security vulnerabilities within an organization's network infrastructure. There are two primary types of network PT: internal and external. Both play crucial roles in evaluating an organization's defenses against potential cyber threats.
Internal Network PT focuses on testing the security of the internal network infrastructure, including servers, workstations, and network devices such as routers and switches. It helps uncover vulnerabilities that attackers may exploit if they gain access to the internal environment, whether through compromised credentials or insider threats.
External Network PT, on the other hand, examines the organization's public-facing infrastructure, such as websites, email servers, and VPN gateways. The objective is to identify and exploit vulnerabilities that attackers can reach from outside the organization, ensuring that the perimeter defenses are robust.
Risk Identification: Identifies potential attack vectors that can be exploited within or outside the network.
Proactive Remediation: Enables organizations to address vulnerabilities before they are exploited by malicious actors.
Business Continuity: Helps prevent network downtime and security breaches by addressing critical weaknesses.
