Getting web security wrong can be expensive. Ethical hackers tasked with strengthening their company’s cybersecurity must act and think like black hat hackers if they want. Penetration testing reveals vulnerabilities that would otherwise be undiscovered.
White hat hacking can be broken down into steps or phases. This eBook describes the critical role of pen testing for web applications. It explores the economics of “classic” pen testing and considers hidden costs and points of diminishing value.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- The true cost of application pen testing
- Why it’s important to combine pen testing and automated scanning
- How to get the best value from your security solution
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