When Penetration Testing Alone Isn’t Enough
The Case for Continuous Cyber security Monitoring
In today’s threat landscape, businesses of all types face an increasing array of threats.
While penetration testing is critical for identifying vulnerabilities, it’s a point-in-time solution. As cyber threats continue to advance, relying solely on these tests can leave gaps in your security strategy.
That’s where continuous monitoring and automated tools can make all the difference.
Penetration Testing: A Key Security Measure
Penetration testing provides valuable insights into your organisation’s security posture. Simulating real-world attacks to identify weaknesses in your environment, whether that’s external infrastructure, internal systems, or web applications. However, penetration tests typically occur once or twice a year, leaving your systems vulnerable between engagements. Cyber criminals, on the other hand, don’t follow a predictable schedule.
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To address this gap, we’ve developed Threat Detect, a suite of tools that delivers continuous, automated testing to detect and mitigate vulnerabilities between penetration tests. The Threat Detect Bundle includes the following key features:
1. Dark Web Scanning
Our platform scans the dark web for exposed data tied to your company’s domain and email addresses. By identifying compromised credentials in real time, we help you take immediate action to protect your business from credential-based attacks.
2. Recon Scan
Recon Scan runs automated scans to identify all internet-facing assets tied to your domain. This tool discovers subdomains, open ports, and associated vulnerabilities—giving you a comprehensive view of your security landscape, particularly in larger or more complex environments.
3. Vulnerability Scanning
Drawing from the Tenable API, our automated vulnerability scanner runs daily to identify new issues in your environment. The system categorises vulnerabilities by severity, provides remediation advice, and enables real-time tracking of your security posture.
Beyond the Basics: Staying Protected Between Penetration Tests
How Continuous Monitoring Complements Penetration Testing
While penetration tests provide in-depth, expert-led analysis, they only capture a snapshot of your security at a specific moment. ensures you’re not left vulnerable in the time between penetration tests. By offering real-time insights, continuous monitoring a tool like Threat Detect can alert you to emerging vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and potential risks that arise between rounds of testing.
Can Threat Detect Replace Pen Testing?
Penetration testing still plays an essential role in uncovering deep, complex vulnerabilities. However, continuous testing offers complementary value by providing ongoing surveillance, identifying risks, and enabling faster response times. The two together create a comprehensive cyber security strategy that’s more resilient and adaptable.
How Threat Detect Can Impact Your Cyber Insurance Premiums
In the context of rising cyber insurance costs, many insurers are now asking businesses to demonstrate proactive security measures. Tools like Threat Detect can help show your commitment to ongoing threat monitoring and vulnerability management, potentially reducing your premiums by enhancing your overall cyber security posture.
The Bottom Line: Proactive, Continuous Protection
Cyber threats don’t wait for your next pen test. To stay ahead of hackers, you need ongoing monitoring and real-time intelligence to spot vulnerabilities as soon as they appear. Combining manual penetration testing with continuous monitoring tools like Threat Detect gives your business a multi-layered defence, ensuring protection from both known and emerging threats.
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