What is red team penetration testing?

In short, red team penetration testing is a multi-layered, full-scope cyberattack simulation employed by a company to see how their security system can resist real-life attacks. Red team penetration testing checks the overall security of a company and, therefore, covers three domains: technology (networks, applications, switches, routers and other devices), staff and physical assets (offices, data centers and other buildings).

When does your company need red team penetration testing?

Red team penetration testing is an advanced security measure that should follow the basics: vulnerability assessment and penetration testing. The two latter give first aid and provide your security specialists with a mature cyber-security strategy. Once you have identified critical vulnerabilities with the help of social engineering and network penetration testing as well as implemented relevant defenses, your company is ready for a big-scale red team crusade.

Once your company is ready for a red team penetration testing

If your company already has a mature security policy supported by the results of penetration testing and vulnerability assessment, then you are ready for a red team exercise. Still, a single campaign won’t guarantee you security once and for all. Information security is a process, so make sure to allocate a budget for red team penetration testing once every two years at the least.