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Penetration Testing

Professional penetration testing services — manual and automated security testing of web applications, APIs, networks, and cloud infrastructure with actionable, risk-prioritised remediation reports.

CREST/OSCP
Certified Testers
1–2 wks
Test Duration
5 days
Report Turnaround

Penetration testing gives you an attacker's view of your systems before a real attacker gets there first. Our certified penetration testers use the same tools, techniques, and procedures as advanced threat actors — combined with deep manual analysis that automated scanners cannot replicate — to find exploitable vulnerabilities in your web applications, APIs, mobile apps, internal networks, cloud infrastructure, and social engineering attack surface.

We conduct penetration tests aligned to industry-standard methodologies: OWASP Testing Guide for web and API testing, PTES (Penetration Testing Execution Standard) for network and infrastructure engagements, and NIST 800-115 for federal and regulated industry clients. Our testers hold CREST, OSCP, OSWE, and CEH certifications. Every engagement includes a pre-test scoping call, defined rules of engagement, real-time communication throughout the test, and a detailed report delivered within 5 business days of test completion.

Our penetration testing reports are designed for two audiences: technical findings with proof-of-concept exploit code and precise remediation steps for your engineering team, and an executive summary with risk ratings, business impact descriptions, and compliance context for leadership and audit purposes. We offer free re-testing of all critical and high-severity findings within 90 days to confirm that your remediation was effective.

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  • Scoping call, rules of engagement document, and test environment confirmation
  • Web application, API, mobile, network, or cloud infrastructure penetration test
  • Manual exploitation and proof-of-concept code for every validated finding
  • Risk-prioritised findings report: executive summary + detailed technical findings
  • CVSS score, business impact description, and step-by-step remediation guidance
  • Free re-test of all critical and high-severity findings within 90 days

Why RapideKops?

  • CREST, OSCP, and OSWE certified testers — not just automated scanner operators
  • Manual testing for business logic flaws that tools cannot detect
  • Findings mapped to OWASP Top 10, PTES, and your specific compliance framework
  • Proof-of-concept exploits included — so your engineers understand exactly what is exploitable
  • Executive summary written for non-technical stakeholders — not just a technical dump
  • No hidden retesting fees — critical and high findings re-tested within 90 days at no charge

Our Delivery Process

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Scoping

We define the test scope, methodology, rules of engagement, out-of-scope systems, emergency contact procedures, and success criteria — agreed in writing before testing begins.

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Reconnaissance & Testing

Our testers use both automated tools and manual techniques to identify and attempt to exploit vulnerabilities across the agreed scope, documenting evidence throughout.

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Report Delivery

A detailed report covering all findings with CVSS scores, proof-of-concept evidence, business impact, and precise remediation steps — delivered within 5 business days.

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Remediation Support & Retest

We answer remediation questions during your fix cycle and retest all critical and high-severity findings at no additional charge to confirm successful remediation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a penetration test and a vulnerability scan?
A vulnerability scan uses automated tools to identify known vulnerabilities — it is fast but produces many false positives and cannot find business logic flaws, chained vulnerabilities, or context-specific weaknesses. A penetration test uses the scan as a starting point and then applies manual analysis to validate, chain, and exploit vulnerabilities to determine their real-world impact. Manual penetration testing consistently finds critical issues that scanners miss entirely.
How long does a penetration test take?
It depends on scope. A single web application with standard functionality typically takes 3–5 days of testing. A complex web application with extensive API surface, multiple user roles, and business logic workflows can take 8–10 days. Network infrastructure tests vary by the number of IP addresses and systems in scope. We provide accurate time estimates after the scoping call.
Will the penetration test cause downtime or affect our production systems?
We define rules of engagement before testing begins that specify what is and is not permitted. Standard web application testing is designed to be non-destructive — we do not exploit denial-of-service vulnerabilities or delete data. For particularly sensitive systems, we recommend testing a staging environment that mirrors production. We maintain real-time communication throughout the test so any unexpected impact can be addressed immediately.
What certifications do your penetration testers hold?
Our testers hold CREST Registered Tester (CRT), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), Offensive Security Web Expert (OSWE), and CEH certifications. For clients requiring CREST-accredited testing for regulatory purposes (FCA, PCI DSS, Cyber Essentials Plus), we can confirm accreditation status relevant to your specific requirement.
How do penetration test reports satisfy PCI DSS or ISO 27001 audit requirements?
Our reports are structured to satisfy the documentation requirements of PCI DSS Requirement 11.3, ISO 27001 Annex A 8.8, SOC 2 CC7.1, and Cyber Essentials Plus. We include scope documentation, methodology description, finding evidence, risk ratings, remediation recommendations, and re-test results in a format accepted by QSAs, certification bodies, and internal auditors.

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