Internet Security Testing

Internet Security Testing

Any device with access to the Internet is a potential open door to would-be hackers. GK Sierra Information Security Consulting provides vulnerability assessments during which it closely maps the network architecture, examines all open ports, hosts and services with access to the Web, and ensures that these network devices are secure. Defensive thinking gathers information such as domain names, IP network ranges, operating system and applications, to identify systems on the network, how they are related, the services that are exposed through open ports (such as http, SMTP, terminal services, etc.). Once open ports and attached services are identified, GK Sierra Information Security Consulting determines whether each service has been updated with the most recent patches and identifies other vulnerabilities located within the exposed services.

In addition to conducting vulnerability assessments, GK Sierra Information Security Consulting performs more rigorous penetration tests in which the information gathered from its assessment is used to attempt to penetrate the network. This more thorough procedure can confirm whether potential vulnerabilities are, in fact, capable of being exploited to expose the network.

Following all vulnerability assessments and penetration tests, GK Sierra Information Security Consulting uses the information it gathers to prepare a thorough vulnerability analysis and offers recommendations for strengthening network security.