Penetration Testing

Identify the threats inherent in networks, cloud environments and applications

At ToraGuard, our CREST-accredited cyber security specialists conduct penetration testing, to identify vulnerabilities and provide IT leaders the intelligence needed to strengthen security postures, and reduce risk.

Using industry-leading methodologies, our experts simulate real-world cyber threats to assess the resilience of your IT infrastructure, applications, and networks. By proactively identifying weaknesses and delivering actionable remediation strategies, we support organisations to maintain their operational integrity in an increasingly hostile digital landscape, safeguarding sensitive data, business continuity, and customer trust.

What is Penetration Testing?

Penetration testing services – also known as pen testing – are a form of proactive cyber security assessment directed at identifying vulnerabilities in networks and wider computer systems. More than just a security check—it’s a controlled, strategic assault on your systems, designed to expose weaknesses before attackers do.

By simulating real-world cyber threats, pen testing reveals exploitable gaps in IT networks, applications, cloud tenants, and infrastructure, allowing businesses to address them proactively rather than reactively.

Our Services

External Network Testing

External penetration testing tests if access can be gained from outside of your network and what systems and data can be accessed. Testing will assess network security perimeters (such as firewalls and other access prevention systems), as well as the exposure of sensitive data through misconfigured services or open ports.

Internal Network Testing

Internal network penetration testing starts with limited access to a network and then attempts to identify and exploit wider systems access and security vulnerabilities. If the testing shows that secure data can be compromised, it could be replicated during a real attack. This highlights clear areas where businesses must address their cyber security.

Cloud Penetration Testing

Cloud plays an important part in most business IT setups. But configuration can vary. Cloud penetration services will test public cloud environments such as Microsoft Azure and AWS and private cloud setups to identify weaknesses. Pen testing can find weaknesses or errors in the configuration, gaps in access management security and gaps in software interfaces.

Web Application Testing

Applications play a vital role in modern business but can vary widely in the quality. Web application penetration testing can identify the ways that hackers would gain entry to the system, including through SQL injection, cross-site scripting and issues around secure data transmission.

Why It Matters

Uncover hidden risks

Discover the vulnerabilities that automated scans miss, from misconfigured APIs to zero-day exploits.

Stress-test your defences

Go beyond theory. Our ethical hacking replicates advanced persistent threats (APTs) to see how your systems truly respond under attack.

Prioritise fixes with precision

Receive actionable insights, not just reports. We map findings to risks, so you know exactly where to fortify. And we’ll provide you with a list of priorities, so you know which vulnerabilities are critical and can be addressed in time.

Strengthen compliance and resilience

Meet regulatory requirements with confidence while enhancing your overall security posture. Penetration testing helps you stay compliant with industry standards like ISO 27001, PCI DSS, DORA and GDPR while reinforcing your organisation’s ability to withstand real-world attacks.

The Benefits

Risk Mitigation

By identifying vulnerabilities, penetration testing allows businesses to prioritise and address security gaps. This proactive approach reduces the risk of data breaches, financial losses, and reputational damage.

Compliance Assurance

Many industry regulations and standards, such as GDPR, PCI DSS, and ISO 27001, require regular penetration testing as part of their compliance frameworks. Conducting these tests helps organisations meet regulatory requirements and avoid potential fines or legal complications.

Enhancing Incident Response

Penetration testing services can serve as a test for internal security teams. No system is 100% secure, so by understanding if or how a breach could occur security teams can refine their defences and response strategies. In turn this can improve the ability to detect, respond to, and recover from actual security incidents.

Protecting Trust & Brand Reputation

A successful cyberattack can severely damage an organisation's reputation and erode customer trust. Regular penetration testing demonstrates a commitment to security, reassuring customers and stakeholders that the organisation is taking active steps to protect sensitive data and maintain business integrity.

Secure Your Systems Today

Gain the insights you need to strengthen your defences with expert-led penetration testing services. Get in touch with ToraGuard and take a proactive step toward uncompromising security: