Post-pentest – after the pentest
An essential part of a pentest is going over everything that occurred during the pentest – and also being able to illustrate this at a level that is comprehendible to everyone. Besides ensuring that the information is represented legibly, it is also key to ensure that the proper steps have been taken post-pentest.
Let's move forward and discuss some simple yet practical steps that you can expect to take after completing a pentest.
Post-pentest meeting
Once finishing the pentest, the pentesting team will need to gather and discuss what occurred during the pentest. This means any issues, victories, and anything that may be valuable information to review and document. Doing so allows the team to learn from their mistakes and use those mistakes and learning experiences to apply to future pentests. On the other hand, discussing what went well allows the team to scale off their better techniques and implement better solutions for...
