Pen Testing Fundamentals & What MSPs Need to Go To Market

In this video, Eric Fisk and the team discuss the importance of penetration testing (pen testing) and how it can enhance an organization’s security posture. They explore the methodologies used to identify vulnerabilities and the value of aligning pen testing objectives with business goals. The conversation also delves into the differences between pen testing and other security assessments, emphasizing the need for clear communication and effective strategies to address potential resistance or challenges from organizations undergoing pen tests.

• The webinar discusses the importance of penetration testing (pen testing) in improving organizational cybersecurity by identifying vulnerabilities that could lead to unauthorized access.
• There is a distinction between vulnerability management and pen testing; vulnerability management is about knowing what you have and closing gaps, while pen testing is the ‘fire drill’ to test network resilience against attacks.
• The importance of aligning pen test objectives with organizational goals is highlighted, emphasizing that clear scoping and understanding of what a pen test should accomplish are essential for its success.