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Keizersgracht 241 Amsterdam

The Netherlands

+31 (0)20 8203693

NL

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EN

Application Penetration Testing

An application penetration test is a thorough security assessment of software and applications. It is intended for software developers as well as companies that have software developed by third parties. This software can range from web applications and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platforms to desktop, server, or mobile applications.

We approach the software like a hacker would—looking for weaknesses and ways in. This is a different perspective from that of developers, who primarily check if the application functions as intended. Instead, we assess whether vulnerabilities can be exploited to access the underlying systems or the organization itself.

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What Is Tested During an Application Pentest?

During an application pentest, we examine the software for both technical and functional risks. This includes user roles and permissions, as well as whether unauthorized (manual) access to sensitive data is possible.

We also assess:

  • DDoS protection mechanisms

  • The architecture’s layered security

  • Any Web Application Firewalls (WAF) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)

All systems are tested both with and without security measures enabled. This helps simulate real-world attack scenarios and anticipate unexpected intrusions that hackers might exploit.

To ensure thoroughness, we use our own custom-built testing method—developed in-house. It includes proprietary tools designed to detect serious vulnerabilities efficiently. Additionally, we follow leading industry standards such as the OWASP checklists.



Additional Information

In a white box test, the client provides user credentials, documentation of interfaces (such as APIs), and any database connections. In a black box test, no internal information is shared. In a grey box test, the level of shared access is determined in consultation.

If possible, we prefer to perform the test in a dedicated testing environment. This allows us to carry out riskier test scenarios without affecting production, giving us a more complete picture of the application’s security posture.

After the test, we can issue a Third-Party Memorandum (TPM), proving that the application was independently assessed by a certified cybersecurity expert.

Don’t Forget the Source Code Review

In addition to an application pentest, we strongly recommend a source code review. This is a detailed quality check of the application’s internal code. In many cases, a source code review is more cost-effective than a full penetration test. It’s always cheaper to build secure software than to fix security issues later.

 

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