Penetration testing checklist
When performing a penetration test on a system or network, a set of approved or recommended guidelines is used to ensure the desired outcome is achieved. For instance, you can leverage the following structure in your existing framework or process as it helps with ensuring the critical aspects of penetration testing are addressed:
- Comprehensive coverage – Using a checklist helps ensure that all the necessary components of the penetration test are thoroughly covered, such as from the reconnaissance phase all the way to reporting. This will help you create a roadmap, ensuring all important steps are followed and not overlooked.
- Standardizes procedures – Standardizing a set of procedures with industry best practices helps you to develop and maintain consistency across various types of penetration testing with each organization. In addition, it helps ensure that all penetration testing is performed in uniformity with a systematic...