What is the penetration testing lifecycle?

Cyber Security Knowledge base

The penetration testing lifecycle typically involves the following stages:

  1. Planning and Reconnaissance: Defining the scope and objectives, gathering intelligence.
  2. Scanning: Identifying potential entry points using tools and techniques.
  3. Gaining Access: Exploiting vulnerabilities to gain access.
  4. Maintaining Access: Ensuring persistent access to the system.
  5. Analysis and Reporting: Documenting findings, providing recommendations.
  6. Remediation and Re-Testing: Fixing identified vulnerabilities and retesting to ensure they have been resolved.
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