Infrastructure Pentesting
Infrastructure Pentesting
Infrastructure pen testing is performed for companies that want to check the functionality, security and safety of their IT infrastructure. We provide an honest and realistic status overview of your environment. The scope of our pen tests is always determined together with the client. That means we can perform our services in any environment: internal, external or in the cloud!
Scope examples
The following environments can be included during an infrastructure pen test: External, Internal or Cloud IT infrastructures. Testing laptops, PCs, smartphones or testing the available Wi-Fi on site is also among the possibilities. Want insight into the security of any of the above environments? Or do you have another issue you want answered? Then get in touch!
What attack scenarios are possible for infrastructure pen testing?
The most common attack scenario for an IT infrastructure is a combination of Black and Grey Box. An illustrative example is provided below for both attack scenarios. During an intake the wishes will be mapped out in order to choose a suitable scenario.
Black Box of the external IT infrastructure
With minimal information, a picture will be formed of vulnerabilities in the publicly available IT infrastructure. By means of open source research (OSINT) as much information as possible will be collected to discover vulnerabilities.
Grey Box of internal IT infrastructure
Testing the internal infrastructure is at least as important as the external environment. This scenario simulates what a malicious hacker or malware might do if it gains access to the internal network through, for example, a phishing or social engineering attack. Which vulnerabilities are present and is it possible to increase the privileges to administrator rights?
Pentestbox during internal infrastructure pentesting
A large proportion of attacks on businesses start with hacked computers or employee accounts that are in the familiar office environment. Sometimes an employee accidentally installs something or his or her account is compromised. In addition, servers may be attacked on-site. To test what might happen if this scenario occurs, it is necessary to place a computer within the network. Previously, NFIR’s ethical hackers would physically come to your office location for this, today this is also done remotely with a pen test box.
What clients have to say
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Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport
Digital Forensics & Pentesting
Willem van Oranje Onderwijsgroep
Security Monitoring & Pentesting
Royal Hordijk
Infrastructure pentest methodology
NFIR uses the Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES) for pen testing IT infrastructures. This methodology gives you the assurance that the pen test is performed to the correct standards and completely. We find it important to be as transparent as possible about the execution of the pen test. For this reason, we offer a checklist for various pen testing standards which is added to the report. This allows you to see which checks have been carried out, which could not be carried out and which, if any, were not applicable.
Sample infrastructure pen testing report
A sample report (NL/EN) of a black box infrastructure pen test is available.
In this report, a pen test was performed on a fictitious environment, whereby vulnerabilities were made transparent.
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Which systems can you have tested by NFIR's experts?
Which systems can you have tested by NFIR’s experts? Our ethical hackers check the technical resilience of (web) applications, websites, IT and OT infrastructures, API links and mobile apps. If you have a different environment that you would like to have controlled, we will be happy to discuss it with you.
What is the difference between a pentest and a vulnerability scan
A vulnerability scan uses automated scans to discover known vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities are then reported. It is an important first step in understanding potential weaknesses within a system.
A pentest goes one step further. During a pentest, not only are vulnerabilities identified, but they are actually exploited. This demonstrates what the actual consequence may be to a system or environment when compromised. The ethical hacker will use his experience and creativity to identify all the weaknesses of an environment, giving the organization a more realistic picture of the risks they face.
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How long does a Pentest take?
Depending on the size of the job, a careful assessment is made as to whether multiple people should be put on a pentest to reduce the length of the job. The duration of a pentest can vary depending on the environment being tested and the complexity of the attack scenarios being used. Generally, a pentest covers a period of 2 to 4 weeks. This period includes not only the execution of the test itself, but also the preparation, analysis and explanation of the final report.
When is a Pentest necessary?
A pentest (penetration test) is necessary because companies are often unaware of vulnerabilities in their network and systems. It is a controlled and authorized attempt to evaluate security through a simulated attack. The main reasons for a pentest include vulnerability identification, risk management, regulatory compliance, evaluation of new applications and changes, protection of customer data, and building trust with customers and stakeholders. Conducting regular pentests is essential to improve security and prepare for potential attacks.
- For example, a pen test is useful to:
Assess your current situation for vulnerabilities. - Detect vulnerabilities before the release of new applications.
- Check weaknesses after changes to infrastructure or applications.
- Comply with corporate policies, standards and/or legislation that require periodic security assessments.
- Test your Cybersecurity maturity against the detection methods you have implemented.
What methodologies and standards are used during the execution of a Pentest?
When performing a pentest, various international standards and methodologies are used to discover and classify vulnerabilities.
Some of the key standards applicable to the assignment include:
- Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES): methodology for the purpose of infrastructure pen testing.
- OWASP WSTG: Standard for the purpose of Web application pentesting.
- OWASP Top 10: The 10 most critical web application vulnerabilities.
- OWASP API Security Top 10: The 10 most critical API vulnerabilities.
- OWASP MASTG: Standard for the purpose of mobile application pentesting.
- Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS): Used to classify the severity of vulnerabilities.
By using these standards, a pentest can be performed in a structured and thorough manner, and the results can be reported in a clear and comparable way.
Penetration tests by our certified experts
Our pentesters have a large amount of experience, a lot of creativity and up-to-date expertise. The NFIR pentesters have followed relevant training courses and obtained certifications such as OSCP. In addition, they have all received chief of police approval and signed confidentiality agreements.
Black box or white box scenario?
A Black Box pentest means that no information about the environment is shared with the pen testers beforehand. With a pentest based on the White Box principle, all information about the environment is shared in advance. If you are having a pentest performed for the first time and want to get an overall picture of your security, it is useful to have a Black Box pen test performed.
What do OWASP WSTG and OWASP MASTG stand for?
- OWASP WSTG
The Web Security Testing Guide (WSTG) project is the premier cybersecurity testing resource for Web application developers and security professionals. The WSTG is a comprehensive guide to testing the security of Web applications and Web services. Created through the combined efforts of cybersecurity professionals and dedicated volunteers, the WSTG provides a framework of best practices used by penetration testers and organizations around the world.
- OWASP MASTG
The OWASP Mobile Application Security Testing guide is a mobile app security standard and comprehensive testing guide that covers the processes, techniques and tools used during a mobile app security test, as well as a comprehensive set of test cases that allow testers to deliver consistent and complete results.
What does the PTES standard stand for?
The Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES) consists of several main components. These cover everything about a penetration test, namely:
- The initial communication and reasoning behind a pentest;
- The information gathering and threat modelling phases, where testers work behind the scenes to gain a better understanding of the tested organisation;
- Vulnerability assessment, exploitation and post-exploitation, which addresses the technical security expertise of the testers and combines it with the business insight of the assignment;
- Reporting, which captures the entire process in a way that makes sense to the customer and provides them with the most value.
What does the CVSS standard stand for?
The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) standard provides an open framework for disclosing the characteristics and consequences of software and hardware security vulnerabilities. The quantitative model is designed to ensure consistent and accurate measurement while allowing users to see the underlying vulnerability characteristics used to generate the scores.
NFIR uses reliable pentesting services, certified with the CCV Pentesting Seal of Approval. We are your Cybersecurity partner if you are looking for a down-to-earth Dutch Cybersecurity company that has years of experience in pentesting. Our certified ethical hackers identify vulnerabilities and provide concrete and actionable insights about the effectiveness of your security measures. Contact us today to put your cybersecurity under the microscope as well.
High quality pen testing
Certified and quality-oriented pentesters
Pentests are essential to test the technical resilience and effective operation of security. Our pentesters focus on identifying vulnerabilities in systems by deploying various attack techniques. Our skilled and professional pen testers have extensive experience, creativity and up-to-date professional knowledge. The pentesters have completed various relevant training courses and hold the following certifications, among others, OSCP, OSWP, OSWE, OSEP, CPTS, CBBH, and eWPT.
Pentesting and the CCV seal of approval:
- This quality mark, based on NEN-EN-ISO/IEC standards 17021 and 17065, gives customers the guarantee that the execution of a pen testing assignment by NFIR is carried out in a professional and high-quality manner.
- NFIR possesses since 07-01-2022 the CCV quality mark for Pentesting.
I want to pentest my environment(s)!
Once you fill out this form, we will contact you immediately to inform you of the possibilities. We schedule a no-obligation intake with a Technical Lead to coordinate scope components and attack scenarios.
Do you have any questions in the interim? If so, please contact us by phone at the general NFIR phone number: 088 313 0205
