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The Importance of Cybersecurity Testing

Companies digital attack surfaces are constantly expanding. The rise of cloud computing, bring your own device (BYOD) policies, and the Internet of Things has opened up new potential attack vectors in already expanding IT infrastructures.

As IT systems change and evolve, new vulnerabilities may be introduced or discovered, whether by legitimate security researchers or cyber criminals. Regular cybersecurity testing enables an organization to find and fix potential security gaps in its systems before an attacker can exploit them.

Companies have a variety of IT systems and face a range of potential cyber threats. Numerous types of cybersecurity testing exist to help identify potential vulnerabilities in these environments, including:

The goal of cybersecurity testing is to inform the client of their cyber risk exposure and empower them to address the identified issues and improve their security posture. Some of the key deliverables of cybersecurity testing include:

Check Point has deep expertise in identifying and closing security gaps in organizations IT environments. Check Points Infinity Global Services (IGS) enables companies to take advantage of this expertise via pen testing engagements. To learn more about how a penetration test can enhance your organizations security posture, contact a Check Point security expert today.

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