Introduction to Penetration Testing

These resources aim to help broaden your understanding of the penetration testing process and the unique value proposition that CORE IMPACT solutions provide in allowing organizations to proactively expose and document exploitable vulnerabilities, and prioritize ongoing remediation efforts.

Core Security Technologies maintains that by actively testing infrastructure, applications and systems defense mechanisms for exploitable security vulnerabilities on a regular basis, organizations can dramatically improve their overall security posture.

• What is penetration testing?
• Comparing security testing options  
• What to look for in a penetration testing solution
• Independent penetration testing resources

Learn more about our CORE IMPACT security testing software solutions

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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