Pen Testing Service
Australia's Trusted Cyber Security Partner for SMEs
Don’t risk a data breach. Protect your organization with comprehensive Penetration Testing by a team of certified and experienced security experts.
- Penetration testing services customized to meet your unique needs
- Exceptional penetration testing expertise with a strong focus on delivering impactful results
- A highly experienced team of certified penetration testing professionals ensuring top-tier security solutions
Our Penetration Testing Services
Web Application Penetration Testing
Comprehensive security assessment of your web applications to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Web Services Penetration Testing
Thorough evaluation of your web services to ensure secure data exchange and prevent unauthorized access.
Mobile Application Penetration Testing
In-depth security analysis of your mobile applications across various platforms to uncover potential vulnerabilities.
External Network Penetration Testing
Simulates attacks on internet-facing infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and harden your defences.
Our 4-step Penetration Testing Methodology
Our Penetration Testing methodology is a multi-layered approach based on world’s best practice.
Reconnaissance
Detailed information is gathered about systems, business processes, information flows and the technology that supports business operations.
Prioritisation & Planning
Armed with essential information about the existing systems, our Penetration Testing team will prioritise the most likely threats your organisation faces.
Exploitation
CyberCX combines the use of advanced automated technologies, together with specialist manual techniques that have been honed over years of experience.
Reporting & Remediation
Findings are prioritised according to risk level, providing for a clear, actionable list of remediation recommendations to harden your security posture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is penetration testing?
A Penetration Test, also known as ethical hacking, is a planned simulation of cyberattacks on your organization’s IT systems, applications, and staff. Its purpose is to identify security vulnerabilities that could be exploited and provide clear, actionable steps to address them.
Why invest in penetration testing & what is the ROI value?
While large-scale breaches often make headlines, smaller, less-publicized breaches are becoming more common, especially among small and medium-sized businesses. This increase can be attributed to automated cyber-attacks, which target a wide range of businesses, and the vulnerabilities introduced by new technologies, remote work, and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) practices.
Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue—it’s a critical aspect of risk management and a key business priority. Forward-thinking organizations now see cybersecurity as essential for protecting their operations and gaining a competitive edge, rather than a reactive expense.
Since February 2018, the Australian Privacy Act requires businesses to disclose data breaches to regulators and shareholders, with penalties of up to $1.8 million for organizations and $360,000 per board member for non-compliance. This sends a clear message: cybersecurity is a serious responsibility. Ignoring it could lead to financial and reputational damage, while strong security practices can serve as a competitive advantage.
What's the difference between a vulnerability assessment and a penetration test?
Vulnerability Assessment: Uses automated scans to identify known vulnerabilities and provides a basic report. Limited to known issues and cannot detect unknown vulnerabilities.
Penetration Testing: Goes deeper by simulating real-world attacks to exploit vulnerabilities, demonstrating how systems can be compromised. It identifies both known and unknown threats and should be conducted by certified professionals.
Key Distinctions:
- Vulnerability assessments provide a general overview, while penetration testing mimics actual attack scenarios.
- Penetration testing proves vulnerabilities through exploitation, offering deeper insights for remediation.
Which approach: Black, White or Grey Box?
When planning a penetration test, we will work with you during the project scoping stage to determine the best approach for your organization. Together, we will develop a customized test plan that outlines objectives, scope, methods, limitations (e.g., minimizing business disruptions), and legal and confidentiality requirements.
There are three common penetration testing approaches:
- White Box Testing: Testers are provided with all necessary information about the system. Ideal for organizations new to penetration testing.
- Grey Box Testing: Testers are given limited information, simulating an internal attack. Useful for evaluating internal controls and privileges.
- Black Box Testing: Testers have no prior knowledge of the system, replicating a real-world attack scenario.