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Pen Testing: What It Is & Why You Need It

Cyber attacks are growing in both frequency and severity – 62% of Australian SMBs have been victims of a cyber attack. It is more important than ever to recognise and mitigate risks in your cyber security strategy.

With penetration testing, or pen testing, you can proactively secure your business against evolving threats by simulating real-world scenarios.

What is Pen Testing?

A network penetration test (pen test) is a security test in which experts attempt to hack into your network to identify potential vulnerabilities that malicious hackers could exploit.

What are the Benefits of Pen Testing?

REAL-WORLD SIMULATION

Simulates a cyber attack to assess your security measures.

RISK PRIORITISATION

Prioritises vulnerabilities by degree of risk, addressing critical issues first.

VULNERABILITY IDENTIFICATION

Exposes security vulnerabilities to reveal potential entry points.

COMPREHENSIVE SECURITY ASSESSMENT

Evaluates current security controls to ensure systems can withstand cyber threats.

RISK MITIGATION

Enables effective prioritisation and mitigation of potential cyber risks.

COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS

Maintains compliance to avoid legal and financial consequences.
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CUSTOMER DATA PROTECTION

Addresses vulnerabilities that lead to breaches, identity theft or unauthorised access.

PROACTIVE OFFENCE

Proactively reduces attack vectors through regular assessments.

THREAT DEFENCE

Identifies vulnerabilities missed by traditional security measures.

Why Should I Conduct Pen Testing with EOS IT?

Traditionally, organisations face several challenges when seeking a penetration test, including cost, time, and finding an experienced team to conduct a successful and beneficial test.

The EOS IT Pen Testing program is an automated network penetration testing platform that combines the
knowledge, methodology, processes, and toolsets of a hacker into a single platform for organisations of all sizes. Armed with actionable plans, your organisation can be assured that it will continuously meet security best practices and compliance regulations

deployable SaaS platform for organizations of all si

Regular assessment of your network is essential to gauge your cyber security effectiveness. Contact our team today to learn more about how our revolutionary pen testing can help defend your business.

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