Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about internet security.

  • My Data is stored in the cloud. Why do I need a Penetration test?
    • Software, particularly custom software, is almost always filled with security holes and vulnerabilities. Your cloud provider has no control over your software
    • Your corporate environment devices – all-in-one printers, wireless servers, laptops, workstations, modems, are vulnerable and testing is crucial for this environment
  • Why contract for a penetration test?
    • Every day, valuable data is being stolen, copied and sold without the knowledge of the rightful owners
    • Most organizations are unaware of how vulnerable they are to this theft
    • Unlike a physical break-in, data theft may go undetected for months – even years
    • Best way to protect data is to identify and close the holes and vulnerabilities that exist in the system before they are discovered and exploited
  • What is a penetration test?
    • Most thorough and complete way to identify security holes and vulnerabilities that could be exploited
    • A penetration test is also known as an IT security test
    • Testing performed by certified security company engineers
    • Tests client networks, servers, web apps, mobile platform, wireless system, printers, modems – any technology that may store, process, transmit or receive data that would have value to a cyber-criminal
  • What types of consulting do you offer?
    We provide everything from needs analysis, policy review (both IT policies and HR policy documents), through white-hat security scanning of your IT infrastructure using the latest vulnerability scanning as well as brute force attacks. We can provide a review of our current procedures or test your staff on intruder prevention.