In today’s high-stakes digital landscape, your network is constantly under threat. Cybercriminals aren’t waiting for an invitation—they’re scanning, probing, and exploiting any weakness they can find. If you’re not actively testing your defenses, you’re leaving the door wide open.
That’s where network penetration testing comes in. This proactive approach doesn’t just identify vulnerabilities—it helps you understand how a real-world attacker might break in, and what you can do to stop them.
What Is Network Penetration Testing?
Network penetration testing (also known as network pentesting) is a simulated cyberattack against your IT infrastructure. Ethical hackers—often called penetration testers—attempt to exploit your systems using the same tools and techniques as real attackers.
The goal? To uncover weaknesses in your internal and external networks before the bad actors do.
This includes:
- Open ports and misconfigured firewalls
- Unpatched vulnerabilities in servers, routers, and devices
- Weak password policies or authentication gaps
- Insecure remote access and third-party integrations
Unlike automated scans, network pentesting is human-led, strategic, and tailored to your environment. It digs deeper, mimics evolving threat tactics, and reveals how a chain of vulnerabilities might be used to gain access or escalate privileges.
The Process: What to Expect
At Brackish Security, our network penetration testing engagements follow a proven process:
1. Scoping and Reconnaissance
We work with you to define the testing scope—internal, external, or both. Then we map your attack surface using OSINT (open-source intelligence), asset discovery, and passive reconnaissance.
2. Scanning and Enumeration
We scan your systems for exposed services, outdated software, and configuration issues. This helps us build a roadmap for potential entry points.
3. Exploitation
Our experts simulate real attacks, attempting to exploit weaknesses found during scanning. This is where automated tools meet manual testing—strategic, targeted, and controlled.
4. Privilege Escalation and Lateral Movement
We test how far an attacker could go if they gained access. Could they reach sensitive data? Pivot to another system? Exfiltrate files? We find out—so you don’t have to.
5. Reporting and Remediation Guidance
After the test, we deliver a detailed report with:
- Executive summary and risk ratings
- Step-by-step breakdown of findings
- Proof of concept for exploited vulnerabilities
- Actionable recommendations for remediation
We don’t just drop the report and walk away. We offer white-glove support to help your team understand and address every issue.
Why It Matters
Without network penetration testing, security weaknesses can go undetected for months—sometimes years. These gaps can lead to:
- Ransomware attacks
- Data breaches
- Downtime and business disruption
- Compliance violations (HIPAA, PCI DSS, etc.)
- Reputational damage
Pentesting gives you a clear, objective view of your risk—and a roadmap to fix it. It’s not a luxury. It’s a necessity.
Tailored for Your Business Size and Budget
Whether you’re a startup scaling fast, a mid-sized company with a growing tech stack, or a large enterprise managing complex infrastructure, Brackish Security offers affordable, expert-led penetration testing designed to fit your business.
Our team brings deep offensive security expertise and clear, client-friendly communication—no black box, no tech jargon, just real answers.
Ready to Strengthen Your Defenses?
A single missed vulnerability can cost you millions. But a well-executed penetration test? That’s peace of mind, and a step closer to resilience.
Let’s lock the doors before hackers find the keys.
