Web Application Penetration Test
Web Application Penetration Test
This is our comprehensive "black-box" assessment, designed for the majority of business-critical web applications.
This package is ideal for testing applications with multiple user roles (e.g., users, managers, administrators) and complex business logic. We simulate the actions of a real-world attacker to identify vulnerabilities that could compromise your application and its data.
Who is this for? Businesses needing to satisfy regulatory obligations (PCI DSS, ISO 27001), meet tender or customer security requirements, and proactively secure their primary web platforms.
Methodology: A thorough, manual penetration test based on OWASP and NIST standards, conducted by a senior certified penetration tester.
Deliverable: A comprehensive penetration testing report detailing all findings with a clear remediation plan, and a formal Certificate of Penetration Testing to share with your clients and stakeholders.
Our Web Application Testing Methodology
Our methodology is a comprehensive process that combines industry-leading tools with deep manual analysis from our certified experts. We think like an attacker to uncover vulnerabilities that automated scans alone will always miss. Our process is aligned with industry-standard frameworks like the OWASP Web Security Testing Guide (WSTG).
1. Reconnaissance and Application Mapping
We begin by thoroughly mapping your application's attack surface. Our testers manually explore every function, from user registration and login to complex business processes, to build a complete understanding of how the application works and where potential weaknesses may exist.
2. Automated & Manual Vulnerability Analysis
We use a combination of automated scanning and rigorous manual testing to identify a broad range of vulnerabilities. Our manual analysis focuses on finding:
Authentication & Authorisation Flaws: Can a user bypass login mechanisms or access functions and data they are not supposed to see?
Session Management Weaknesses: Can an attacker hijack a legitimate user's session?
Injection Vulnerabilities: Testing for common but critical flaws like SQL Injection, Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), and others that could lead to a data breach.
Business Logic Errors: Identifying flaws in the application's logic that can be abused for unintended purposes (e.g., manipulating prices in an e-commerce cart).
Insecure Configuration: Looking for misconfigurations in the web server, application framework, and other components that could expose your application to attack.
3. Controlled Exploitation
Where safe and permitted, we will attempt to exploit high-risk vulnerabilities to demonstrate their real-world business impact. This critical step confirms the risk and provides the clear evidence needed to prioritise remediation.
4. Professional Reporting
The engagement concludes with a comprehensive penetration testing report. Our reports are designed for both technical and management audiences, detailing each vulnerability with a clear risk rating and actionable, step-by-step guidance to help your developers fix the issues effectively.