DEKRA Solutions
Pentesting is an essential part of a robust cybersecurity strategy
DEKRA Solutions
Pentesting is an essential part of a robust cybersecurity strategy
Pentesting
Protect your organization against cyber threats
Pentesting (also known as penetration testing) helps organizations identify and fix vulnerabilities in their IT systems. Controlled attacks by ethical hackers enable companies to protect themselves against cyber threats like ransomware, data breaches and phishing. DEKRA offers independent certification services and extensive support in the field of cybersecurity. Discover how we could use pentesting to help your organization strengthen its IT security.
What is pentesting?
Pentesting involves a simulated cyber attack on an IT system, network or application in order to expose vulnerabilities. This testing is carried out by ethical hackers and helps organisations improve their security before malicious hackers have the chance to exploit vulnerabilities.
Why is pentesting important?
Cyber threats are constantly evolving and organizations are increasingly being confronted with attacks in the form of ransomware, phishing, data breaches, network intrusions and malware infections, etc. Regular pentesting gives organizations the opportunity to:
- detect and fix vulnerabilities early
- comply with laws and regulations (including the GDPR and NIS2)
- build trust with clients and stakeholders
- evaluate the effectiveness of existing security measures
What types of pentesting are there?
1. Network pentesting
Network pentesting assesses external and internal network security and identifies vulnerabilities like open ports and insecure configurations.
2. Web application pentesting
3. Mobile application pentesting
4. Social engineering pentesting
5. Physical pentesting
CCV quality mark for pentesting
Do you test the cybersecurity of other organizations? The CCV quality mark for pentesting is a certification that demonstrates your organization's compliance with strict requirements when testing organizations’ digital systems for vulnerabilities. This quality mark was developed by the Centre for Crime Prevention and Safety (Centrum voor Criminaliteitspreventie en Veiligheid; CCV) to reassure clients they are working with reliable and expert cybersecurity partners.
What are the biggest benefits of the CCV quality mark for pentesting?
- Provides independent quality assurance for pentesting;
- imposes requirements on ethical hackers and their working methods;
- ensures that results are treated confidentially and professionally;
- enables organizations to demonstrate the reliability of the pentesting they have carried out;
- helps companies meet compliance requirements like ISO 27001 and NEN 7510;
- increases client and partner confidence.
The latest version of the CCV quality mark for pentesting came into effect on 1 April 2024. It introduces several updates and refinements to certification requirements to improve the quality and reliability of pentesting even more. Read all about the
CCV pentesting quality mark
here.
In what standards does pentesting play an important role?
Pentesting plays a crucial role in certification against ISO 27001, the international standard for information security. Regular pentesting helps to:
- identify security risks and vulnerabilities;
- implement effective control measures;
- continually improve the Information Security Management System (ISMS).
By combining pentesting with ISO 27001 certification, organisations show that they are taking their information security seriously. Click here for detailed information about
ISO 27001
.
Gain strong cybersecurity with DEKRA
Pentesting is an essential part of a robust cybersecurity strategy. Organizations that do pentesting on a regular basis stay one step ahead of cybercriminals and comply with important laws and regulations.
DEKRA helps you achieve a secure online environment. Contact us for more information about our pentesting services and certification options.