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How to Tell a Real Pen Test From a Fake

Are you struggling to understand what a pen test is? If you are, you’re not alone. A lot of people find themselves confused, trying to differentiate a genuine penetration test from a basic vulnerability scan. It’s even more confusing when several companies claim to offer full-fledged penetration tests, but in the background, they’re simply conducting vulnerability scans.

So, what distinguishes a real pen test from a vulnerability scan? How can you, as a client, ensure that you’re getting the real deal? We’ll explore that today.

 

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