// Benefits
What are the benefits of professional penetration testing?
While vulnerability scans are a vital first step, they only find the low-hanging fruit. Our penetration testing services go further – simulating a real-world, targeted attack to see how vulnerabilities can be linked together to bypass your defences.
We don’t just tell you a door is unlocked; we show you exactly what an attacker could steal once they walk through it.
// Our Services
Our Core Penetration Testing Services.
KHIPU delivers a full suite of testing specialisms tailored to your specific risk profile:
- Infrastructure Testing (Internal & External)
We simulate both remote internet-based attacks and malicious insider scenarios to test the resilience of your network perimeter and core servers. - Web & Mobile Application Testing
Using the OWASP Top 10 framework, we probe your apps for SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and broken authentication that could lead to data breaches.
- Cloud Security Assessments
Specialised testing for AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud environments, focusing on misconfigured permissions, S3 bucket leaks, and identity management flaws. - Wireless Penetration Testing
We move beyond basic surveys to actively attempt to crack your Wi-Fi encryption, rogue AP detection, and guest network isolation.
Specialist Testing: Red Teaming & Social Engineering.
For organisations with mature security postures, we offer advanced simulations:
Red Team Engagements
A full-scale, multi-layered stealth attack simulation to test your SOC’s detection and response capabilities.
Social Engineering
Testing your human firewall through sophisticated vishing (voice), smishing (SMS), and physical onsite tailgating simulations.
CHECK IT Health Checks
Specialist testing for government and public sector bodies requiring NCSC-standard assurance.
The KHIPU Report
Your Roadmap to Resilience
A pen test is only as good as the report it produces.
We provide:
- Executive Summary
A high-level overview of your risk posture for board-level stakeholders. - Technical Deep-Dive
Detailed evidence of every vulnerability found, including Proof of Concept screenshots. - Prioritised Remediation
A clear, risk-rated action plan (using CVSS scoring) so your IT team knows exactly what to fix first. - Post-Test Debrief
A consultation session with our lead testers to walk through the findings and mitigation strategies.
Penetration Testing FAQs.
What is the difference between a vulnerability assessment and a penetration test? More
A vulnerability assessment is an automated scan that identifies known security flaws. A penetration testing service is a manual, human-led engagement where ethical hackers actively attempt to exploit those flaws to determine the real-world impact on your business and data.
How often should we perform penetration testing? More
Industry best practices and compliance frameworks like PCI DSS and ISO 27001 typically recommend at least one major engagement per year, or whenever significant changes are made to your network infrastructure or applications.
What is ‘Black Box’ penetration testing? More
Black Box testing simulates a real-world hacker who has no prior knowledge of your systems. The tester starts with only a company name or IP range and must perform their own reconnaissance to find a way in. This is the most authentic way to test your external perimeter.
Will a penetration test disrupt my business operations? More
No. Professional penetration testing services are conducted under strict rules of Engagement. Our testers work closely with your IT team to ensure all testing is performed safely, often targeting staging environments or performing sensitive exploits during agreed-upon maintenance windows.
How much do penetration testing services cost? More
The cost of a pen test depends on the scope – the number of IPs, web applications, or locations being tested. KHIPU provides a free scoping consultation to define the exact requirements and provide a fixed-price proposal tailored to your risk profile.