What is penetrating testing?
Penetration testing is a security assessment methodology designed to evaluate the security of computer systems, networks, or applications. The main objective of penetration testing is to identify and classify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in a system’s defenses before malicious hackers can exploit them. It should be noted that a penetration test can be both internal and external in nature.
Penetration testing involves simulating real-world attacks to uncover potential security flaws that could be exploited by attackers. It typically follows a systematic cyclical process that includes the following steps:
- Planning and reconnaissance: The penetration tester gathers information about the target system or network, such as its architecture, operating systems, applications, and potential vulnerabilities.
- Scanning: The tester uses various tools and techniques to scan the target system for open ports, services, and other potential entry points...
