How Automation is Redefining Penetration Testing
Penetration testing remains crucial for identifying security vulnerabilities before attackers do, but the traditional methods of delivering pentest results—via PDFs, emails, and spreadsheets—are outdated and inefficient. These methods lead to delays, wasted time, and less actionable insights. Security teams require faster, more streamlined processes for receiving and acting on pentest findings.
Automated delivery systems, like PlexTrac, offer a solution by providing real-time results, eliminating the need to wait for final reports. This approach allows for quicker hand-offs and a more comprehensive understanding of the remediation process. Automation helps manage the increasing volume of findings as organizations conduct more frequent testing to address growing threats.
The benefits of automating pentest delivery include enhanced service differentiation for providers, improved operational efficiency for businesses, and reduced time to remediation. PlexTrac's Workflow Automation Engine exemplifies how automation can centralize and expedite the delivery, remediation, and closure of security issues.
Automation is not just about speed; it involves creating scalable, standardized systems. However, careful implementation is necessary to avoid introducing new problems. By automating pentest delivery, organizations can make findings more actionable, standardize remediation processes, and clearly demonstrate progress.
The future of pentest delivery is automated, enabling security teams to transition from reactive to proactive threat management. This shift allows for faster collaboration, reduced risk, and a competitive edge for service providers. Programs like PlexTrac integrate data from manual and automated testing, facilitating real-time delivery and standardized workflows for addressing vulnerabilities.
As application risks evolve rapidly, maintaining code-to-cloud awareness is essential for early threat detection and prevention. With AI tools advancing quickly, staying informed and prepared is crucial for securing business operations.
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