Penetration Testing
Purpose
Conduct authorized security testing to identify exploitable vulnerabilities.
When to Use
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Pre-release security validation
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Annual security assessment
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After major changes
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Compliance requirements
Process
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Define scope
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Reconnaissance
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Vulnerability scanning
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Exploitation attempts
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Report findings
StudyAbroad-Specific Considerations
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Test authentication bypass
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Test data access controls
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Test file upload security
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Test API authorization