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Penetration testing that proves the risk, not just lists it

We simulate real-world attacks across your applications, networks, cloud and Active Directory to reveal business-critical risk, then hand your team a report they can act on the same week.

ENGAGEMENT SCOPEtypical 2-week test

Web applications & portalsIN SCOPE
REST / GraphQL APIsIN SCOPE
Android & iOS appsIN SCOPE
External & internal networkIN SCOPE
Cloud (AWS / Azure / GCP)OPTIONAL
Social engineeringRED TEAM
// the basics

What is penetration testing?

Penetration testing is a controlled, authorised attack on your own systems. Our ethical hackers use the same techniques as real attackers to find weaknesses, prove what could actually be exploited, and show the business impact before a criminal finds the same path.

Scanners only report what they recognise. A tester chains small issues together, abuses business logic and reaches the data that matters. That difference is why a clean scan and a clean pentest are not the same thing.

  • 01Real attacks, not just scansManual exploitation by certified testers, backed by tooling.
  • 02Proof of impactEvery finding comes with evidence and a reproducible path.
  • 03Risk-rated resultsCVSS scoring so you fix what matters first.
  • 04Free retestWe verify your fixes once patched and confirm the risk is closed.
// approach

Black box, grey box or white box

Each approach answers a different question. We help you pick the one that fits your risk and budget.

// Zero knowledge

Black box

We attack with no inside information, exactly like an external attacker would.

  • Simulates a real outsider attack
  • Tests your perimeter and detection
  • Best for public-facing systems
// Partial knowledge

Grey box

We start with limited access, such as a normal user account or basic architecture details.

  • Best value for most applications
  • Covers authenticated attack paths
  • Faster and cheaper than black box
// Full knowledge

White box

We work with full access to architecture, credentials and sometimes source code.

  • Deepest coverage possible
  • Finds logic and design flaws
  • Ideal before a major release
// methodology

How an engagement runs

  1. 1

    Reconnaissance

    We map your attack surface using public and technical sources, without touching or exploiting anything yet.

    • Domain, IP and subdomain mapping
    • Technology stack identification
    • DNS and network footprint
    • Public exposure review
  2. 2

    Vulnerability analysis

    We analyse systems, applications and network components to identify weaknesses that could be exploited.

    • Automated and manual scanning
    • Manual verification of every hit
    • False positives removed
    • Findings prioritised by risk
  3. 3

    Exploitation

    We safely exploit confirmed issues to prove real impact, always within the agreed rules of engagement.

    • Controlled, non-destructive exploitation
    • Privilege escalation attempts
    • Lateral movement where in scope
    • Evidence captured for the report
  4. 4

    Reporting

    You receive an executive summary and a technical report your developers can work straight from.

    • Executive summary for decision-makers
    • CVSS risk rating per finding
    • Reproduction steps and evidence
    • Clear remediation guidance
  5. 5

    Retest & closure

    After you patch, we re-test every finding and issue a clean closure summary you can share with clients or auditors.

    • Verification of each fix
    • Updated report and risk rating
    • Closure letter on request
    • Debrief call with your team
// the deliverable

What lands in your inbox

Reports your board and your engineers can both use. No 400-page scanner dump.

  • Executive summary written for leadership, not engineers
  • Technical report with proof-of-concept for every finding
  • CVSS scores and business-impact rating
  • Step-by-step remediation guidance per issue
  • Retest report confirming fixes are effective
  • Debrief call with the testers who did the work
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PROTONYTE · ASSESSMENT REPORTCONFIDENTIAL

Penetration Testing

Executive summary · 18 findings
Critical finding with proof of conceptCritical
Privilege escalation pathHigh
Weak configurationMedium
Information disclosureLow
// toolkit

Proven tools, in expert hands

Burp Suiteweb & API
Nmapnetwork
Nucleiscanning
MobSFmobile
SQLMapinjection
Metasploitexploitation
Kali Linuxplatform
SonarQubecode

Not sure what you need tested?

Tell us about your systems and we will recommend the right assessment, with a clear scope and a fixed price.

// faq

Common questions

How long does a penetration test take?

Most web or mobile application tests run one to two weeks, depending on size and number of user roles. We confirm the exact timeline during scoping, before you commit.

Will testing break our production systems?

No. We agree rules of engagement first, avoid destructive techniques, and can test in staging or during off-peak hours. You have a direct line to the lead tester throughout.

How often should we test?

At least once a year, and again after any major release or infrastructure change. Many compliance frameworks, including PCI DSS, expect annual testing as a minimum.

Do you provide a certificate or letter for clients?

Yes. After the retest confirms your fixes, we issue a closure summary you can share with customers, partners or auditors.

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