Penetration (pen) testing involves simulated cyberattacks on an organization's systems to assess vulnerabilities and weaknesses. This proactive and controlled approach allows cybersecurity professionals to identify potential points of entry that malicious actors might exploit.

There's no such thing as pen testing without a purpose. If a pen test is being conducted, it's for the purpose of studying the organization's security. CBT Nuggets trainer Erik Choron explains the pen testing cycle and why reporting is so important.

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NIST SP 800115: https://www.nist.gov/privacyframewor...

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