Vulnerability Assessment
The main difference between vulnerability assessments and penetration testing is that vulnerability assessments identify potential weaknesses in an organisation’s IT infrastructure through high-level security scans.
Penetration Test
Penetration testing goes a step further by simulating real-world attacks to physically test the effectiveness of security measures and provide a more in-depth analysis of the organisation’s security posture.
Here at Surelock we have a dedicated team who carry out physical Penetration Tests for a variety of businesses, to test their security systems.
Why Would a Business Need a Penetration Test
Many businesses have a security survey / review carried out and spend a small fortune on Manned Guarding, CCTV, Alarms and Access Control systems, but they do not actually test these systems to see if they are really working.
What Is a Penetration Test?
A physical penetration test, or "physical pen test," simulates a real-world attack on an organisation's security measures, like buildings, data centres, or server rooms, to identify vulnerabilities and assess the effectiveness of security protocols, expose weaknesses in physical security controls to strengthen a business's security posture.
The Goal
Physical penetration testing is to uncover vulnerabilities in physical security controls and advise you on how to fix them, before malicious third parties exploit them.
Surelock carry out numerous security surveys / risk assessments on business premises. The site perimeter, integrity of buildings and vulnerability of individual rooms are examined in detail together with a review of manned guarding, existing physical/electronic measures and procedures already in place to reduce crime.
Following the survey, how often do you get your security measures tested, don’t wait for the inevitable to happen!
Physical penetration tests are an important way for businesses to identify any weaknesses in the security of their premises (e.g., warehouses and offices) that could be exploited by criminals, to steal intelligence or even install covert cameras and listening devices.
The Methodology
We have specialist operatives drawn from the military well versed in ‘Red Teaming’, which focuses on sending a team to gain entry to restricted areas. This is done to test and optimise physical security such as fences, cameras, alarms, locks, and employee behaviour. Physical red teaming will often involve a reconnaissance phase where information is gathered and weaknesses in security are identified, and then that information will be used to conduct an operation to gain entry to the premises, tailgating or the use of unofficial security badges.
During the operation, our experts will covertly try to bypass any security guards, cameras, locks, fences, or other security measures to gain entry and demonstrate how they could potentially reach restricted areas undetected. As with all our surveillance operations the whole penetration test will be covertly recorded for training purposes, and a detailed report of our findings will be provided.
The Result
It is not always bad news, sometimes as a result of our operation, we praise the security in place, but often there are problems which can be addressed as a result of our findings, on the other hand our operatives have managed to gain entry to the building unchallenged and often get into the secure area, where damage can be caused, identifying serious security breaches.
Looking for more information? Contact Surelock today!
If you would like to know more about penetrations test and how they could benefit your business, our team can help! Get in touch today for more information or to arrange this specialist service! We’re only a phone call away and can’t wait to hear from you, we are happy to discuss your needs and offer the best possible solutions.
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