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Identifying IT Weaknesses Before They’re Exploited

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Cyber threats are increasing both in complexity and in the volume that they occur. Organizations need to be proactive in their approach to mitigate the risk of data breaches, reputational damage, and potential regulatory penalties.
  • Penetration testing offers a comprehensive approach to assessing your security posture by emulating real-world cyber attacks.
  • By systematically probing your network, applications, devices, and systems for vulnerabilities and potential entry points, testing enables organizations to mitigate identified risks before they cause real issues.
  • With certified experts delivering penetration testing services throughout Uganda, we bring a wealth of experience in partnering with private and public sector organizations to address their cyber security needs.
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What Is Penetration Testing?

Penetration testing is a way of assessing potential vulnerabilities that exist within your IT infrastructure. It’s a valuable exercise to undertake as an organization’s infrastructure grows or working patterns change and is a vital piece of a robust cybersecurity strategy.


Against this background, organizations have had to cede a certain amount of control over how people interface with their systems. It’s in this environment that cybercriminals can take advantage, and is the reason why you need to understand where the gaps are in your defenses.


Penetration testing allows you to get ahead of cyber criminals trying to gain access to your systems. It differs from other security assessments by simulating real-world cyber attacks to identify vulnerabilities. It goes beyond surface-level scanning, providing a comprehensive evaluation of your organization’s security posture and identifying areas for improvements.

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Internal Testing

With limited access to your network, we'll determine what access can be gained to wider systems, applications, and data. Checks include for issues such as unpatched systems, the effectiveness of internal security policies and procedures, and weaknesses in internal communication channels and tools.

External Testing

Using just your IP address, we'll determine if access can be gained to your systems and what can then be exploited. This will include probing of security of network perimeters (including firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems), the security of remote access solutions, and the exposure of sensitive data through misconfigured services or open ports.

Cloud Testing

Assessment of public cloud environments such as Microsoft Azure and AWS and private cloud setups to identify weaknesses. Pen testing can find weaknesses or errors in the configuration, gaps in access management security and gaps in software interfaces.

Web Application Testing

Determining the security of websites, web portals, and applications and whether they can be accessed, compromised, or leak information. This includes where vulnerabilities can be externally added to code, if effective security authorization is in place, and whether appropriate security is in place for data transmission.

Why Penetration Testing Is Essential

Penetration testing plays a critical role in safeguarding your organization against cyber threats by identifying vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance, and protecting against data breaches.


Cyber attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, posing significant risks to organizations of all sizes. By identifying vulnerabilities before they can be exploited, penetration testing enables you to take pre-emptive action to mitigate risks and strengthen your security posture.

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Penetration testing follows the following approach

Initial consultancy to confirm areas that an organization would like us to test. Where an organization is unsure, we’ll be happy to advise on best practices based on requirements.


Testing then commences on desired internal and/or external systems led by one of our consultants. They’ll assess risks with both software methods and human intelligence to find security gaps.


Once complete, a report is produced. Risk findings are categorized at 4 levels from Critical to Low. This allows organizations to prioritize remediation measures.


Alongside findings, our consultants will provide recommendations for improving defenses or processes. They’ll also advise where Akita can make remediations if desired.

When is the best time to conduct a penetration test for my organization?

Penetration testing should ideally be conducted regularly as part of your organization’s cyber security strategy. ETG recommends scheduling tests after significant changes to your infrastructure, such as network upgrades or new system implementations, and before major events like product launches or regulatory audits.

How long does a penetration test typically take?

The duration of a pen test can vary depending on factors such as the scope of the test and the size and complexity of your organization’s infrastructure. Generally, a comprehensive pen test may take anywhere from a few days to complete. It may then take a week to compile findings.

Will penetration testing disrupt my operations?

Penetration testing is designed to identify vulnerabilities without causing disruptions to your operations. It will typically require stakeholder time and engagement. There is also a possibility of disruptions if vulnerabilities are identified that require immediate remediation.

What types of vulnerabilities can a penetration test uncover?

A penetration test can uncover a wide range of vulnerabilities, including but not limited to software flaws, misconfigurations, weak or default passwords, insecure network protocols, and vulnerabilities in third-party applications or services.