The Gold Standard in Penetration
Testing Since 2003
Uncover hidden vulnerabilities and confidently secure your
applications and network with our comprehensive
penetration testing service & reports.
Uncover hidden vulnerabilities and confidently secure your
applications and network with our comprehensive
penetration testing service & reports.
A Penetration Test (also known as Ethical Hacking) is an authorised hacking attempt targeting an organisation’s IT infrastructure, applications and staff, with the aim of gaining access into its virtual assets. The purpose of this test is to harden security defences by eliminating vulnerabilities and advising on areas that are susceptible for compromise.
The testing process is layered, and performed in four stages:
Applications
Shearwater’s Application Testing covers Mobile Applications, Web Applications, and Web Services.
Networks
Shearwater’s Network Testing examines the security stance and procedures around network assets.
Phishing
Through this type of testing, Shearwater can evaluate end users’ susceptibility to conduct attacker requested actions.
PCI DSS
Shearwater designed this service to take the complexity out of Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing requirements for PCI.
Comprehensive Reporting
Shearwater offers in-depth executive level reporting which serves as a risk minimisation tool for management, and a technical document – listing vulnerabilities prioritised according to risk level – for the internal security team. The report also provides access to mitigation strategies based on Shearwater’s key insights into the cyber-threat landscape.
Post Engagement Follow Up
Our post engagement follow-up is an additional benefit that allows clients to engage us with questions, or seek guidance on issues referred to in our report.
Testing Standards
The Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP)
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Source Security Testing Methodology Manual (OSSTMM)
Penetration Testing and Execution Standard (PTES)
Penetration Testing Framework
Australian Government Security Policies and Guidelines
Customer Centricity
We listen to our clients to understand their goals. Our team also alerts security staff – in real time – to critical vulnerabilities and threats discovered.
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Melbourne
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