Penetration Testing generally known as Pen Testing is a method of evaluating the security of a computer system or network by simulating an attack from a malicious source, known as a Black Hat Hacker, or Cracker. The process involves an active analysis of the system for any potential vulnerabilities that could result from poor or improper system configuration, both known and unknown hardware or software flaws, and operational weaknesses in process or technical countermeasures. This analysis is carried out from the position of a potential attacker and can involve active exploitation of security vulnerabilities.
The intent of a penetration test is to determine the feasibility of an attack and the amount of business impact of a successful exploit, if discovered. It is a component of a full security audit.
Importance Of IT Security:-
Information is an essential resource for all businesses today and is the key to growth and success. However, you need to ensure that the information held on your IT systems is secure.
The impact of a security breach may be far greater than you would expect. The loss of sensitive or critical information may not only affect your competitiveness and cash flow but also damage your reputation - something which may have taken you years to establish and which may be impossible to restore.
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