Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing (VAPT)

What is Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing (VAPT) ?

Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing (VAPT), or non-invasive testing involves identifying vulnerabilities through assessment. This solution is more affordable for larger network assessments, as it uses more automated technology and the test team will not seek to execute exploits on the system, which can be useful for older, more sensitive, or business critical systems.

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Benefits of our Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing (VAPT)

Identify & prioritise vulnerabilities

Validates patch management

Reduces risks of Malware

Proactively addressing network vulnerabilities.

Common Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing (VAPT) Findings

Vulnerable Software

Inadequate patch management leading to exploitability by attackers.

SSL Issues

Lack of encryption exposing sensitive data to interception.

Misconfiguration

Misconfigured security settings allowing unauthorised access.

Default Credentials

Weak or default passwords leading to unauthorised access.

How does Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing (VAPT) work?

Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing (VAPT) works by first conducting a thorough assessment to identify vulnerabilities in systems, networks, and applications. Then, simulated attacks, resembling real-world cyber threats, are performed to verify the effectiveness of security measures and identify potential weaknesses for remediation.

Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing (VAPT) FAQ

Does a VAPT exploit vulnerabilities?

No, VAPT focuses on comprehensive vulnerability identification without exploitation as a non-invasive test. Whereas Penetration Testing involves active exploitation of vulnerabilities to simulate real-world cyberattacks.

How does VAPT differe from a standard pen-test?

The main difference between a Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing (VAPT) and a traditional Penetration Test lies in their scope and methodology. The focus is on identifying vulnerabilities and weaknesses in systems, networks, and applications. It aims to provide a comprehensive inventory of vulnerabilities without actively exploiting them. Better value for larger networks or if a non-invasive test is required.

How much does Vulnerability Assessment Penetration Testing cost?

The cost can differ greatly depenging on the size of the network. VAPT are generally cheaper than standard pen-tests as exploits are not ran. Contact North IT for a quote.