Black box pentest
- Mimic a true cyber attack. Most realistic.
- Zero access or internal information.
- Time consuming and more likely to miss a vulnerability.
ICS Pentest
Specialized penetration testing for industrial control systems, which are crucial for operational safety and efficiency. This service ensures the protection of systems that handle critical processes.
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What is ICS Pentest?
An ICS Pentest, tailored for Industrial Control Systems, addresses unique security needs of sectors like energy and manufacturing. These assessments counter cyber-physical threats, ensuring systems remain safe from attacks with real-world, tangible consequences.
Industrial Control Systems are the digital lifeblood of many sectors. An ICS Pentest isn't just about cybersecurity; it's about operational stability and public safety. Safeguard your systems, protect tangible assets, and ensure uninterrupted operations with comprehensive testing.
What is a ICS Pentest
Effective incident response ensures swift recovery from breaches, minimizing operational downtime and revenue losses.
Demonstrating the capability to promptly address and rectify breaches fosters public trust, preserving a business's image.
Post-breach, incident response ensures compromised data is secured, preventing further unauthorized access and potential misuse.
Prompt and effective response can align with legal mandates on data breaches, averting potential legal complications and penalties.
Why choose ICS Pentest By Websec?
What we review
Supported Frameworks
Commonly Found Vulnerabilities
What we review
We conduct ICS/SCADA assessments onsite, with expertise in examining production systems as well as test environments.
Our analysis is customized to your specifications, encompassing these areas of an ICS/SCADA system:
Ensure robust protection for all ICS/SCADA hardware components.
Comprehensive RTU/PLC/IED firmware vulnerability assessments.
Node service examinations to fortify communication endpoints.
Focused application security to deter cyber intrusions.
Top-tier encryption practices and system-wide testing protocols.
Highest Quality Pentesting
WebSec is dedicated to upholding the standards of the CCV-Pentesting Trustseal, a testament to our commitment to cybersecurity excellence:
CCV Standard Compliance: Our penetration testing rigorously aligns with the CCV's stringent requirements for comprehensive security evaluations.
Norm-Conforming Documentation: Each test is meticulously documented, adhering to CCV norms for transparency and precision.
Guaranteed Quality Testing: Clients are assured of receiving top-tier penetration testing services, validated by our adherence to CCV standards.
Expert Team with OSCP Certification: Every security specialist on our team holds an OSCP certification, ensuring depth and expertise in our testing processes.
ICS Pentesting Types
Internal ICS Pentest
From an internal standpoint, we scrutinize the crucial components of your ICS/SCADA systems, including servers, PLCs, and HMI screens, fostering unparalleled internal safety.
Our in-depth analysis, executed from within your controlled environment, aspires to expose every hidden vulnerability. The mission is to fortify your system's nucleus against potential internal breaches, ensuring a fortified line of defense from the inside out.
Identifies vulnerabilities that could be exploited by insiders, such as employees or contractors with legitimate access to the systems.
Generally more expensive because it necessitates a specialized internal team to conduct the tests and understand the specific configurations of the ICS/SCADA systems.
Allows for continuous assessment of the security posture, taking into account the potential risks posed by internal stakeholders and system updates.
More comprehensive as it takes a holistic approach to security, considering both external and internal vectors to simulate sophisticated attacks, including those that might leverage internal knowledge or access.
External ICS Pentest
Surveying from an outsider's lens, we assess your ICS/SCADA system's robustness against external intrusions. Each publicly accessible aspect, from firewall configurations to exposed servers, undergoes rigorous testing.
Our focused endeavor is to build an unyielding barrier against external cyber threats in the expansive digital landscape. The goal remains to secure every potential entry point, rendering your system a fortress against external aggressions.
Identifies vulnerabilities that could be exploited by external adversaries-possibly through the internet or other external networks.
Can be a more economical option since it can be handled by third-party vendors without the need for a specialized internal team.
Conducted periodically to assess the security posture from an external standpoint helping to secure the perimeter.
Might be less comprehensive as it mainly focuses on protecting the system from external threats considering the publicly available information to simulate attacks.
ICS Pentesting Types
White box pentest
- Assess an organization's vulnerability to insider threats. Some internal access and internal information.
- More efficient than black-box and saves on time and money. No real cons for this type of testing.
White box pentest
- Simulate an attack where an attacker gains access to a privileged account. Complete open access to applications and systems
- More comprehensive, less likely to miss a vulnerability and faster. More data is required to be released to the tester and more expensive
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ICS Pentest FAQ's
What is an ICS Pentest?
An ICS Pentest is a thorough examination of Industrial Control Systems (ICS), including SCADA elements, to pinpoint vulnerabilities and secure these crucial systems against potential cyber threats. ICS and SCADA systems are integral to operations in various industries, and our pentesting services aim to fortify them against any security breaches.
Why is it essential to conduct an ICS Pentest?
Performing an ICS Pentest is critical to securing the operational technology environments integral to manufacturing, utilities, and other essential industries. It helps in mitigating risks such as operational disruptions, substantial financial losses, and threats to human safety by identifying and addressing vulnerabilities timely.
What approaches are applied during an ICS Pentest?
We adopt a strategic approach in our ICS Pentest, combining industry standards with bespoke methodologies derived from extensive experience. This approach assures a detailed assessment, uncovering known and unidentified vulnerabilities and safeguarding against potential future threats to maintain a resilient control environment.
How do you guarantee the safety of the operational environment during the ICS Pentest?
Ensuring operational safety is pivotal during the ICS Pentest. We rely on non-disruptive testing techniques to scrutinize the security landscape while preserving the system's functioning. Collaborating closely with your team, we aim to understand all nuances of your setup, promising a pentest that is both secure and beneficial.
What insights can one expect from the ICS Pentest report?
The ICS Pentest report offers an in-depth insight into your industrial control systems' security status, underlining vulnerabilities and presenting actionable strategies for rectification. The insights empower organizations with the necessary knowledge to strengthen their defense, ensuring dependable operation and resilience to cyber threats.
What distinguishes our ICS Pentesting services?
Our ICS Pentesting services stand out due to our deep-seated expertise and a rounded approach that merges adherence to industry benchmarks with inventive techniques. This methodology assures a thorough analysis, shielding your ICS environment from an extensive range of threats. Leveraging collaboration and personalized solutions, we provide practical, actionable, and bespoke strategies to boost your ICS security.
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