Penetration tests are designed to assess the effectiveness of security features of designated systems, infrastructures and applications. By analyzing and detecting security flaws, our specialists can pinpoint weaknesses in the configuration that can be used by cybercriminals to launch an attack.
We use a variety of approaches, such as black box, white box and gray box, which allows us to flexibly tailor the tests to the client’s requirements.
Penetration testing and red teaming are advanced services designed to detect vulnerabilities and simulate real-world cyberattacks. They help organizations proactively identify weaknesses and strengthen their defenses. We provide a comprehensive assessment of IT systems, applications, and infrastructure security — equipping your organization with actionable insights and effective tools to defend against evolving threats.
It includes all identified vulnerabilities along with recommendations on the measures that should be taken to improve security. Thanks to our tests, your organization can understand how to enhance the cybersecurity of specific infrastructure components. It can also take appropriate actions to ensure protection against real future threats.
Tests differ in the extent of knowledge a tester has before starting the analysis.
At ComCERT, we offer all three approaches:
With white-box testing, operators have full access to the source code, architecture and system configuration. Working with the client’s IT team allows for checking all elements of the system in detail. Such a test allows for accurate identification of potential vulnerabilities and security weaknesses that could be overlooked with limited access.
An indirect form of testing, where operators have partial access to system information and partial contact with the IT team. The client can provide basic details of the architecture, but without details of the source code. Operators may have special credentials that allow authorized access to selected elements of the system, allowing faster testing compared to the black-box method.
Operators have no knowledge of the infrastructure or applications. They act as an external attacker, trying to break through security by identifying weaknesses in the system. Black-box testing best captures a cybercriminal’s perspective.
Social engineering tests are simulated phishing and voice phishing attacks to test how your employees handle social engineering-based threats.
Spear phishing, smishing, voice phishing campaigns
Creation of realistic threat scenarios
Post-test educational training
Report with user behavior and risk indicators
Social engineering tests help raise awareness of cyber threats and build information security culture in the organization.
We define precise goals and adjust campaign techniques to best simulate real-world threats.
We create realistic phishing campaign scenarios using previously collected information about the organization and its employees. Social engineering attacks replicate actual phishing attempts.
Employees receive messages through various channels asking them to perform certain actions, such as updating their data or clicking on a link.
As a result of employees’ actions, the attacker gains access to sensitive data or network segments of the organization, acting as an unwitting employee. The type of simulation includes the creation of special webpages resembling the organization’s authentic portals to mimic potential real-world threats as much as possible.
After the campaign, each participant is informed about the simulation and given instructions on how to recognize similar threats. The organization receives a full report of the results, which allows it to better understand the level of security awareness among its employees and implement appropriate protective measures.
Employees learn how to respond to real threats.
Each campaign is concluded with an educational component to raise awareness of cyber threats.
After the campaign is completed, you will receive a full report with the results, allowing for a better understanding of the level of awareness within your organization.
Regular sociotechnical testing helps build a culture of security within the company, minimizing the risk of successful attacks.
Sociotechnical attacks are among the most commonly used methods by cybercriminals to gain access to sensitive data. Our service allows your organization to test how employees respond to simulated threat scenarios while providing them with valuable education.
is comprehensive security testing that includes simulations of real-world attacks on various aspects of an organization: IT assets, physical safeguards and security procedures. Red teaming allows for a holistic check of an organization’s resilience to cyber attacks, even taking into account physical security procedures.
A dedicated team conducts penetration tests on the organization’s ICT resources from an external network to gain a point of entry into the system. This provides a full understanding of infrastructure vulnerabilities.
The team uses social engineering attacks aimed at influencing employees and gaining access to sensitive data or triggering actions that enable the attacker to take partial control of the IT infrastructure. Examples include various forms of phishing, attempts to circumvent security procedures, and simulations of actions that enforce certain employee behaviors.
Attempts to gain access to secured premises and verify physical protection. The tests include access to the network via Wi-Fi or physical devices, allowing the organization to assess its resilience to attacks from a physical area.
Security testing of mobile devices that store sensitive data to identify opportunities to access the organization’s network.
Testing includes verification of the consistency of procedures and their compliance with best practices, pointing out any inaccuracies and deficiencies in operating systems and security.
Unlike traditional penetration tests, red teaming focuses on simulating a coordinated and gradual attack by a criminal group on the entire organization or a selected area. The operation is often conducted without prior knowledge of the employees, while maintaining ongoing operational contact with a designated person or team on the client’s side.
All activities are carried out in close collaboration with the client and in accordance with predefined legal frameworks and agreed-upon rules. A key element of every red teaming project is the clear definition of objectives, scope of actions, and procedures, ensuring that the simulated attack does not impact the organization’s operations—or that any impact is carefully controlled by the team.
The outcome of the simulation is a set of detailed reports containing an analysis of discovered vulnerabilities along with recommendations for improving security measures. As a result, the organization gains the ability to effectively enhance the security of its infrastructure, raise employee awareness of potential threats, and promote a stronger focus on data protection. The tests ultimately make it significantly harder for potential adversaries to carry out a successful attack and increase overall user awareness.
Insider threat testing is an in-depth, multi-day analysis of an organization’s security posture, conducted by both a technical offensive team and a process-and-policy-focused team. This form of testing enables quick and effective identification of potential threats, both in terms of procedures and the organization’s IT infrastructure.
The main goal of this service is to improve the organization’s security posture in a short time by delivering reliable results based on a selective review of key processes and an in-depth assessment of selected elements of the IT environment. The analysis helps identify the most critical areas vulnerable to attack, enabling the organization to respond quickly and strengthen defenses against potential threats.
The outcome of the tests is a comprehensive report that includes a detailed identification of the most significant security gaps. The report outlines potential attack vectors that could be exploited by unauthorized individuals, along with recommended remedial actions aimed at effectively minimizing the identified risks.
Penetration testing helps uncover weaknesses in systems before hackers do. This allows for proactive strengthening of security measures and minimizes the risk of data breaches.
Many regulations, such as GDPR and NIS2, require regular penetration testing to ensure compliance with security requirements.
Regular testing helps minimize the risk of attacks and potential financial or reputational losses resulting from data breaches. A properly conducted penetration test is an effective preventive tool.
These tests can also help raise awareness of potential threats among employees and encourage greater attention to data security. It’s an excellent opportunity to educate the team about current threats and best protection practices.
Penetration tests help verify whether existing security systems—such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, or antivirus software—effectively protect the organization against attacks.
