Comparing Security Testing Options

While it’s clear that penetration testing is important, you may be wondering how it differs from your current vulnerability assessment methods. Or, if you’re already performing manual penetration testing or leveraging third-party testing services, you may want to know how an automated penetration testing product can help. This section will answer these questions and provide you with a better understanding of how an automated penetration testing product can fit into your vulnerability management program.

• Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing
• Manual Penetration Testing vs. Automated Penetration Testing  
• Complementing Third-Party Services with a Penetration Testing Product

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On-Demand Webcast

InfoWorld Webcast: Penetration Testing – The Next Security Testing Standard
Join InfoWorld's Bob Garza to learn why penetration testing is considered a best practice for any organization seeking to protect critical data and infrastructure.

Analyst White Papers

Gartner White Paper: Penetration-Testing Tool Use
See how a transportation company uses penetration testing to reduce risk and gain business benefits.

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IDC White Paper: Automated Pen Testing - Can IT Afford Not To?
Learn about the benefits realized by IT executives who leverage penetration testing.

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Core Security White Papers

The Rise of Security Testing
Why comprehensive security testing is critical to proactive IT risk management

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Moving Beyond Security Point Solutions
Learn why real-world security testing is the best way to assess overall readiness against complex IT threats.

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ROI white paper
Automated Penetration Testing - Justification and ROI

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