An external penetration test simulates a real-world cyberattack from outside your network, just like a hacker would. It’s designed to identify vulnerabilities in your public-facing systems such as websites, email servers, VPNs, and firewalls.

Unlike internal tests, which assess risks inside your network, external pentests focus on the perimeter, the first line of defence, which is where most attacks begin.

What’s Included in the Test?

• Reconnaissance – scanning for exposed services, ports, and domains
  
  
• Vulnerability Assessment – identifying known weaknesses in your systems
  
  
• Exploitation Simulation – testing whether vulnerabilities can be exploited
  
  
• Reporting & Recommendations – a clear, jargon-free report with prioritised actions

The most tangible benefit is avoiding unexpected costs and compliance risks. Our report helps you quantify cybersecurity ROI and plan budgets effectively.

Penetration tests help protect your business reputation and ensure continuity. We deliver clear, non-technical insights that help you make confident decisions.

It also allows you to get expert validation and support from an unbiased third party, in our case we use Vonahi to ensure a CREST accredited pentest. Our pentest complements your internal efforts and provides clarity on external threats.