CREST Accredited Penetration Testing
Razorthorn Security delivers CREST accredited penetration testing services identifying critical vulnerabilities before attackers exploit them. Our experienced penetration testers conduct comprehensive security assessments across infrastructure, web applications, wireless networks and mobile platforms.
With methodology aligned to OWASP standards and testers holding minimum 5 years’ experience, we provide detailed vulnerability analysis, prioritised remediation guidance and ongoing support to strengthen your security posture and meet compliance requirements.
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Find Your Vulnerabilities
Before Hackers Do
The Razorthorn Approach to Penetration Testing
Our penetration testing service delivers comprehensive vulnerability assessments through a structured, efficient process designed to minimise disruption whilst maximising security insights.
Step 1: Scoping and Planning
We work closely with you to define testing requirements, objectives and scope. Whether through detailed scoping documentation or consultation calls with your dedicated Razorthorn consultant, we establish clear parameters for infrastructure testing, application assessments or wireless security evaluations. This ensures our penetration testing aligns with your business priorities and compliance needs.
Step 2: Penetration Testing Execution
Our CREST certified testers conduct comprehensive security assessments at times convenient to your operations. Testing follows our proven methodology: Investigation, Discovery and Exploitation. We align with OWASP testing standards and industry best practices, using the same tools and techniques as real-world attackers to identify exploitable vulnerabilities across your systems, networks and applications.
Step 3: Management Summary Report
Our management summary provides non-technical stakeholders with clear understanding of penetration testing findings and business impact. This concise report outlines identified risks in plain language, enabling leadership to understand operational security risks, prioritise remediation investments and make informed decisions about security improvements.
Step 4: Technical Penetration Testing Report
The detailed technical report equips your security and IT teams with comprehensive vulnerability analysis. We document identified weaknesses in infrastructure and applications, explain exploitation methods and provide specific remediation guidance. This enables your technical staff to understand attack vectors, implement fixes effectively and strengthen defences against future threats.
Step 5: Post-Test Support and Remediation Guidance
Razorthorn provides ongoing support following penetration testing completion. Whether you need clarification on findings, assistance interpreting technical details or guidance helping your teams implement remediation, we’re available to support your security improvement process. Our consultants can provide hands-on assistance, project leadership or qualified audit support as required.
Read a detailed description of our penetration testing methodology.
Benefits of Penetration Testing
Identify Vulnerabilities Before Attackers Exploit Them
Penetration testing provides comprehensive evaluation of your security defences, identifying exploitable vulnerabilities in networks, applications and infrastructure before malicious actors discover them. Our experienced testers use the same tools, techniques and methodologies as real attackers, giving you insight into actual security weaknesses. This proactive approach allows you to close security gaps and strengthen defences based on real-world attack scenarios.
Meet Compliance and Regulatory Requirements
Regular penetration testing is required or strongly recommended by numerous compliance frameworks including PCI DSS, ISO 27001, GDPR, SOC 2, Cyber Essentials Plus and DORA. Our CREST accredited penetration testing services provide the independent security assessments necessary to demonstrate compliance, satisfy auditors and meet regulatory obligations. Testing reports serve as evidence that your organisation actively assesses and manages security risks.
Protect Brand Reputation and Customer Trust
Data breaches severely damage organisational reputation, eroding customer confidence and impacting revenue. Penetration testing helps prevent breaches by identifying and remediating vulnerabilities before exploitation. By demonstrating commitment to security through regular testing, you protect your brand, maintain customer trust and differentiate your organisation in markets where security matters to clients and partners.
Reduce Financial Risk and Breach Costs
Security breaches carry substantial financial consequences including incident response costs, regulatory fines, legal fees, customer compensation and business disruption. Penetration testing significantly reduces these risks by identifying vulnerabilities whilst remediation costs remain low. Proactive security testing proves far more cost effective than reactive breach response, protecting your organisation from potentially catastrophic financial impact.
Improve Business Continuity and Operational Resilience
Identifying and fixing security weaknesses ensures your critical systems and data remain available and protected. Penetration testing reveals vulnerabilities that could enable attackers to disrupt operations, compromise systems or cause extended downtime. By addressing these weaknesses proactively, you maintain business continuity, protect revenue streams and ensure your organisation can operate without security-related interruptions.
Validate Security Controls and Investments
Penetration testing provides objective evidence of whether your security controls, tools and processes actually work as intended. Rather than assuming your defences are effective, testing proves their capability against real-world attack techniques. This validation helps you make informed security investment decisions, identifying where additional controls are needed and where existing protections provide adequate defence.
What Next?
Following your penetration testing engagement, you’ll receive comprehensive reports detailing identified vulnerabilities with actionable remediation recommendations. Your security and IT teams can use these findings to systematically address weaknesses and strengthen your defences.
Security remediation can be complex, particularly when compliance regulations such as PCI DSS require specific security controls or when vulnerabilities span multiple systems. Razorthorn provides expert guidance and support throughout your remediation process. Whether you need technical consultancy, security project leadership, part-time CISO support or qualified audit assistance, our experienced security professionals help ensure effective vulnerability resolution and compliance achievement.
Penetration Testing Enquiry
Comprehensive penetration testing of computer systems, networks and applications including a detailed report and actionable recommendations. Get in touch to arrange a scoping call.
