Basics of Cybersecurity Penetration Test

Absztrakt

Nowadays it is common and self-evident that organizations strive to secure their IT and communications systems. Part of this is testing and checking systems. One of the most important elements of cyber security testing is the penetration test. Penetration tests show the extent to which IT security is threatened by attackers. Attacks and security measures can provide adequate IT security. Measures to improve IT security are needed to overcome the threats. In line with corporate IT security policy, all such measures are described in the IT security concept for the entire organization. It is important to understand the process of penetration testing within cage protection and that it is not equal to public hacking. Penetration Test is a complex process that technically provides a comprehensive and realistic picture of the vulnerabilities of the infocommunication system. This article describes the basics of the penetration test, the location and role of the vulnerability analysis, and the basic parameters of the test.
The work was created in commission of the National University of Public Service under the priority project KÖFOP-2.1.2-VEKOP-15-2016-00001 titled „Public Service Development Establishing Good Governance".