External Infrastructure Security Assessment

An external infrastructure security assessment is an evaluation of the security of an organization's external-facing infrastructure, such as internet-connected servers, web applications, and other assets that are accessible from the internet. The purpose of an external infrastructure security assessment is to identify vulnerabilities and potential points of compromise that could be exploited by malicious actors, and to provide recommendations for improving the security of the infrastructure.

During an external network penetration test, the tester will typically simulate the actions of a real-world attacker, using a variety of tools and techniques to probe the network for vulnerabilities. This may include scanning the network for open ports, attempting to exploit known vulnerabilities, Password Spraying attacks and attempting to gain access to restricted areas of the network.

An external infrastructure security assessment typically involves the use of automated tools to scan the organization's external-facing assets for known vulnerabilities, as well as manual testing to identify vulnerabilities that may not be detectable through automated means. The results of the assessment can be used to prioritize the remediation of vulnerabilities and to implement security controls to reduce the risk of compromise.