Lexology June 30, 2025
We strongly recommend an annual penetration test if your company is on the internet. Also known as a pen test, this is where you simulate a cyber attack to discover and exploit weaknesses in your network, app, wifi, or system. Note, however, you have external threats, but you have what are thought of as internal ones too. Internal penetration testing is just as much required. This type of testing will simulate the type of attack you could get from an unscrupulous insider, like an unhappy employee or contractor who would misuse their privilege.
Why Conduct Pen Testing?
It is also recommended that you hire a third party with expertise in the latest penetration test techniques. Think of it as hiring...







