Digital system security is important for every company. Even if precautions are taken, there is always a gap, a weak point. Attacks usually occur from here. Penetration tests, also known as penetration tests , are performed to detect and fix these or make them stronger.

It is a simulated cyber attack and how secure the system actually is is evaluated. In this way, it is possible to determine whether it is easy for unauthorized people to enter the system and possible entry points. It is a part of security audits and arrangements are made according to the results obtained after the test.

Normal operating systems are not used during penetration testing. The most preferred systems here are as follows;

WHAAX
Pentoo
Parrot Security OS
Kali Linux
BackBox
BlackArch
The software systems used are Burp Suite, Metasploit Project, Nessus, Nmap, OWASP ZAP and w3af.

What are the Penetration Testing Stages?
Penetration testing stages are basically divided into two. These are Planning and preparation and implementation. In the first of these, which test method will be used, how long the test will take, its scope, which tools will be used, and the elements to be tested are explained. Then, a plan and goal are found.

The application is divided into 7 stages. These are as follows;

Obtaining information: Information is collected on the system to be infiltrated using active and passive methods.
Scanning: After the preliminary information collection about the system is completed, a general scan is performed with the help of technical tools. Thus, the information is increased.
Access: Once the scanning process is complete, Exploit and Payload are prepared to exploit the system. Thus, the first access is made.
Continuing access: After the initial access is made, steps are taken to ensure a longer stay in the system in order to obtain more data.
Attack, Infiltration and Privilege Escalation: The prepared Payload and Exploit are run on the system. Thus, the privilege for the attack is increased.
Scanning for weak points: At this stage, all weak points in the system are detected.
Cleaning traces: If Payload and Exploit have made changes to the system, they are restored and all traces are deleted.
With the completion of these processes, the penetration test stages are completed. Then, a detailed report is given and the measures to be taken are determined.

What are the Types of Penetration Testing?
Penetration testing is done with two approaches. The first of these is divided into active and passive attacks. Active attacks basically aim to make a change on the network. Passive attacks aim to gather information.

The second approach is internal and external attacks. Internal attacks test attacks that may come from within the company. External attacks address the situation of an attack on the system from outside the company. These are determined according to the company and its needs and implemented professionally. Our company, which provides services with its professional staff on network security, performs penetration testing applications quickly and in a way that will provide the best solution, allowing you to take the necessary precautions.