--- title: Penetration Testing Services for Cyber Security | Mitnick Security description: What's the ultimate way to know if your organization is protected from cyber threats? Penetration Testing. --- # Penetration Testing Services ### The Ultimate Cyber Security Assessment Tool # Penetration Testing Services ### The Ultimate Cyber Security Assessment Tool ## Request More Information About Penetration Testing Understand how your business environment performs against a full-scale simulated attack by ethical hackers. Our team will push your system to its limits in a barrage of simulated cyberattacks, discovering every possible vulnerability. Fill out the form to request more information on fortifying your cyber security defense with Mitnick Security’s penetration testing services. ## Request More Information About Penetration Testing Understand how your environment stands up to a determined adversary. Using full-scope, objective-based engagements, our team simulates real-world attacker tradecraft to uncover gaps in your detection, response, and prevention capabilities—delivering clear, actionable guidance to help mature your security program. Fill out the form to request more information on fortifying your cyber security defense with Mitnick Security’s penetration testing services.   ## Are There Gaps In Your Security Framework? No organization wants its name in the next big data breach headline. But the reality is most breached organizations thought they had great defenses. The cyber security market gets more crowded with new products and technology advancements every day. So how do you know you’re doing enough? Know you’re really protected against real-world cyber threats with the help of a world-renowned penetration testing team. 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Our elite team of security consultants, The Global Ghost Team™, craft customized attacks and are fluent in the modalities to perform the following types of penetration testing services. ![Group 3322](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/hubfs/Group%203322.png) ##### External Network Penetration Testing Locate holes in your security perimeter with testing that leverages your organization’s publicly available information and accessible infrastructure. [Learn More **](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/external-network-pentesting) ![Group 3330](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/hubfs/Group%203330.png) ##### Internal Network Penetration Testing Know your risk from internal threats including malware, internal hackers, thieves or rogue employees. 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[Learn More **](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/web-application-pentesting) ![Group 3335](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/hubfs/Group%203335.png) ##### Wireless Penetration Testing Identify and exploit security vulnerabilities in your wireless environment using this extensive security testing of your organization’s wireless devices and protocols. [Learn More **](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/contact-us) ![Group 3323](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/hubfs/Group%203323.png) ##### Red Teaming Simulated attack on your systems and networks, using a group of senior penetration testers, to get a comprehensive perspective of real-life cyber intruders. [Learn More **](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/red-team-pentesting) [Request More Information About Pentesting ** ](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/penetration-testing#Form) ## Types Of Penetration Testing Services Whether this is your first or 50th penetration test, we’ll help you customize a penetration testing strategy with a la carte services created for specific security concerns and systems. Stop making cybersecurity decisions based on hypotheticals and case studies analyzing other companies. Hire the best of the best to perform the ultimate security assessment and penetration testing. Our elite team of security consultants, The Global Ghost Team™, craft customized attacks and are fluent in the modalities to perform the following types of penetration testing services. ![Group 3322](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/hubfs/Group%203322.png) ##### External Network Penetration Testing Locate holes in your security perimeter with testing that leverages your organization’s publicly available information and accessible infrastructure. [Learn More **](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/external-network-pentesting) ![Group 3330](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/hubfs/Group%203330.png) ##### Internal Network Penetration Testing Know your risk from internal threats including malware, internal hackers, thieves or rogue employees. [Learn More **](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/internal-network-pentesting) ![Group 3325](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/hubfs/Group%203325.png) ##### Social Engineering Testing Assess your staff and training-related security weaknesses with social engineering testing, designed to manipulate your team into putting data at risk. [Learn More **](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/social-engineering-testing) ![Group 3336](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/hubfs/Group%203336.png) ##### Physical Penetration Testing Analyze weak points that would allow an intruder into your buildings or data centers, onto a workstation and subsequently, into your network. [Learn More **](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/contact-us) ![Group 3333](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/hubfs/Group%203333.png) ##### Application Penetration Testing Assess your applications with simulated attacks focused on finding security vulnerabilities in their design, development, implementation and actual use. [Learn More **](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/web-application-pentesting) ![Group 3335](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/hubfs/Group%203335.png) ##### Wireless Penetration Testing Identify and exploit security vulnerabilities in your wireless environment using this extensive security testing of your organization’s wireless devices and protocols. [Learn More **](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/contact-us) ![Group 3323](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/hubfs/Group%203323.png) ##### Red Teaming Simulated attack on your systems and networks, using a group of senior penetration testers, to get a comprehensive perspective of real-life cyber intruders. [Learn More **](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/red-team-pentesting) Request More Information About Pentesting Request More Information** # The Mitnick Security Advantage The sad fact is that automatic scans and signatures only reveal 15% of cyber security vulnerabilities. Our Global Ghost Team will push your system to its limits in a barrage of simulated cyber attacks, discovering every possible vulnerability so that your organization gets the complete picture and helps keep 100% of your data safe. After this comprehensive evaluation and our recommendations, you’ll be able to make smart security decisions that will protect your data and keep your company out of the headlines. ![Mitnick-Security-017-Enhanced-NR-Copy1](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Mitnick-Security-017-Enhanced-NR-Copy1.png?width=547&name=Mitnick-Security-017-Enhanced-NR-Copy1.png "Mitnick-Security-017-Enhanced-NR-Copy1") **Superior Skills & Experience** Know who’s really on your penetration team. Too many companies leave the hands-on work of cyber security testing to entry-level employees and interns. Our services are performed by hand-picked teams of industry experts and senior security specialists, sourced around the globe. **Reputation** Mitnick Security is a premium penetration testing brand with a reputation for being a world leader in social engineering and adversary simulation. **You’ll Never Know We’re There** Just like with real threat actors, our hacking simulations happen with minimal to no disruptions to your operations **Competitive Pricing** Premium penetration testing with competitive, a la carte pricing. **Results Designed For Real Decisions** The most valuable part of a penetration test isn’t the hacking, it’s the report detailing what our engineers find. We’re proud to set the industry standard for easy-to-understand results that you can walk through with your development and security teams, shoring up vulnerabilities and hardening your systems where it counts. **The Difference is in Persistence** While our competitors are punching the time clock, we’re still online, doing whatever it takes to crack the challenge at hand. # The Mitnick Security Advantage The sad fact is that automatic scans and signatures only reveal 15% of cyber security vulnerabilities. Our Global Ghost Team will push your system to its limits in a barrage of simulated cyber attacks, discovering every possible vulnerability so that your organization gets the complete picture and helps keep 100% of your data safe. After this comprehensive evaluation and our recommendations, you’ll be able to make smart security decisions that will protect your data and keep your company out of the headlines. ![Mitnick-Security-017-Enhanced-NR-Copy1](https://www.mitnicksecurity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Mitnick-Security-017-Enhanced-NR-Copy1.png?width=547&name=Mitnick-Security-017-Enhanced-NR-Copy1.png "Mitnick-Security-017-Enhanced-NR-Copy1") **Superior Skills & Experience** Know who’s really on your penetration team. Too many companies leave the hands-on work of cyber security testing to entry-level employees and interns. Our services are performed by hand-picked teams of industry experts and senior security specialists, sourced around the globe. **Reputation** Mitnick Security is a premium penetration testing brand with a reputation for being a world leader in social engineering and adversary simulation. **You’ll Never Know We’re There** Just like with real threat actors, our hacking simulations happen with minimal to no disruptions to your operations **Results Designed For Real Decisions** The most valuable part of a penetration test isn’t the hacking, it’s the report detailing what our engineers find. We’re proud to set the industry standard for easy-to-understand results that you can walk through with your development and security teams, shoring up vulnerabilities and hardening your systems where it counts. **The Difference is in Persistence** While our competitors are punching the time clock, we’re still online, doing whatever it takes to crack the challenge at hand. # Our Pentesting Process - 1 Pentesting Pre-Attack Phase - 2 The Penetration Testing Attack - 3 The Pentesting Report ## Pentesting Pre-Attack Phase It all starts with a phone call from a member of our Global Ghost Team. Together, we’ll discuss the specifics of your penetration test, including the details and information we’ll need to scope and price your testing. ## The Penetration Testing Attack Now the real fun begins. Our team begins doing what they do better than anyone: infiltrating your organization. While you may not notice anything happening, your system is undergoing a holistic simulation of advanced threat actors, attempting to exploit every potential vulnerability, across your enterprise. During the testing phase, our team is available 24/7 and in ongoing communication with you. Your operations will have minimal, if any, disruption. In fact, you may never even know we’re in your system, just like a real adversary. ## The Pentesting Report When the engagement wraps up, you’ll receive a full report detailing our work, an assessment of your system, projected consequences of an actual attack, and recommendations to harden your security. Our easy-to-understand reports are the gold standard in our industry. Go beyond the data and inside the mind of a hacker as you follow our footsteps into your network. Read who they interacted with where, when, the thought process behind their actions, how they manipulated your public information, and most importantly, how they got access to your “secure” data. Use the detailed walkthrough of our analysis to present our findings and implement our recommendations for improvement with your development and security teams. You’ll know exactly what data was accessed and how to prevent it from happening again. ## Our Pentesting Process 1. Pentesting Pre-Attack Phase ** It all starts with a phone call from a member of our Global Ghost Team. Together, we’ll discuss the specifics of your penetration test, including the details and information we’ll need to scope and price your testing. 2. The Penetration Testing Attack ** ## The Penetration Testing Attack Now the real fun begins. Our team begins doing what they do better than anyone: infiltrating your organization. While you may not notice anything happening, your system is undergoing a holistic simulation of advanced threat actors, attempting to exploit every potential vulnerability, across your enterprise. During the testing phase, our team is available 24/7 and in ongoing communication with you. Your operations will have minimal, if any, disruption. In fact, you may never even know we’re in your system, just like a real adversary. 3. The Pentesting Report ** ## The Pentesting Report When the engagement wraps up, you’ll receive a full report detailing our work, an assessment of your system, projected consequences of an actual attack, and recommendations to harden your security. Our easy-to-understand reports are the gold standard in our industry. Go beyond the data and inside the mind of a hacker as you follow our footsteps into your network. Read who they interacted with where, when, the thought process behind their actions, how they manipulated your public information, and most importantly, how they got access to your “secure” data. Use the detailed walkthrough of our analysis to present our findings and implement our recommendations for improvement with your development and security teams. You’ll know exactly what data was accessed and how to prevent it from happening again. ## Frequently Asked Pentesting Questions Explore Our Answers to the Most Commonly-Asked Questions We Receive on Our Renowned Penetration Testing Services What is penetration testing? ** Penetration testing is a simulated attack on a system to identify vulnerabilities. Why is penetration testing important? ** - **Reduces risk.** Pentesting helps organizations reduce the risk of data breaches and cyber attacks. - **Improves security.** Pentesting helps organizations design more effective security controls and processes. - **Ensures compliance.** Penetration testing helps organizations ensure compliance with security standards and regulations. - **Prepares for attacks.** Pentesting helps organizations prepare for attacks and learn how to handle them. - **Reduces costs.** Penetration testing helps organizations identify where to allocate their cybersecurity budget. - **Improves risk management.** Pentesting helps organizations understand their vulnerabilities and take action to reduce risk.   What are the different types of pentests? ** - Red Team - External Pentesting - Internal Pentesting - Physical Pentesting - Web Application Pentesting - Social Engineering Testing How long does a pentest take? ** Depending on the Scope of Work, a pentest could take anywhere from two weeks to six weeks. Are all penetration tests conducted the same? ** Based upon information gathered in the Scope of Work, our penetration testing is tailored, a la carte, to assess your specific cybersecurity needs. What happens after the pentest is complete? ** The most valuable part of a penetration test isn't the testing aspect; it's the report detailing what our engineers find.    Mitnick Security equips you with the knowledge and resources to eliminate vulnerabilities and harden your systems where your cybersecurity posture needs it most. In our comprehensive report, we walk through the best next steps with your development and security teams as risk prioritization based on the threat level.  How much does a pentest cost? ** Mitnick Security delivers premium penetration testing with competitive, a la carte pricing. Additionally, we tailor our testing based on our clients’ infrastructures, rather than employee size, and focus solely on their objectives. 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