ISO 27001 pentest
Is your organization ISO 27001-certified or working toward certification? Then you want to be sure your information security management system (ISMS) actually holds up against cyber threats. An ISO 27001 pentest gives you an in-depth analysis of your systems, applications and infrastructure, tested against the standard.
We test using the latest developments and best practices in the world of hacking, so vulnerabilities are identified and addressed in good time. This way you make sure your organization isn't just compliant, but genuinely secure.
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[ 01 ]What is ISO 27001?
What is ISO 27001?
ISO 27001 is the international standard for information security. It helps organizations set up and maintain an Information Security Management System (ISMS) to protect data against cyber threats and data breaches.
With ISO 27001 you demonstrate that you meet strict security guidelines and manage risks properly. This increases the trust of customers and partners and helps with regulatory compliance. Certification shows that your organization takes information security seriously and continuously works on improvement.
[ 02 ]The ISMS
What does ISO 27001 require from your ISMS?
ISO 27001 revolves around an ongoing cycle, not a one-off project. Six steps that get repeated again and again to keep information security structurally in order.
Determine context
Which internal and external factors affect the organization's security.
Assess risks
What threats exist, and how will we address them?
Support & awareness
Organize sufficient knowledge, resources and awareness within the company.
Implementation
Actually turn the security measures into concrete actions.
Control
Regularly measure and evaluate whether security is functioning properly.
Continuous improvement
Keep learning and adapting to minimize risks.
“An ISO 27001 certificate on the wall says nothing about how secure your systems actually are. We don't test the paperwork, we test the technology behind it.”
Certifications
Our ethical hackers are broadly certified
From OffSec to Hack The Box: the Tozetta team sets the bar high with internationally recognized, hands-on certifications. We put that in-depth expertise to work in every pentest, so organizations can count on thorough, high-quality security research.
OSCP
Offensive Security Certified Professional
OSWE
Offensive Security Web Expert
OSEP
Offensive Security Experienced Penetration Tester
OSED
Offensive Security Exploit Developer
OSCE3
Offensive Security Certified Expert 3
CPTS
HTB Certified Penetration Testing Specialist
CWEE
HTB Certified Web Exploitation Expert
CWES
HTB Certified Web Exploitation Specialist
AED
Android Exploit Developer
APIsec
API Penetration Testing
eWPT
Web Application Penetration Tester
BED
Browser Exploit Design
Corelan
Windows Expert-Level Stack Exploit Dev
OSCP
Offensive Security Certified Professional
OSWE
Offensive Security Web Expert
OSEP
Offensive Security Experienced Penetration Tester
OSED
Offensive Security Exploit Developer
OSCE3
Offensive Security Certified Expert 3
CPTS
HTB Certified Penetration Testing Specialist
CWEE
HTB Certified Web Exploitation Expert
CWES
HTB Certified Web Exploitation Specialist
AED
Android Exploit Developer
APIsec
API Penetration Testing
eWPT
Web Application Penetration Tester
BED
Browser Exploit Design
Corelan
Windows Expert-Level Stack Exploit Dev
[ 03 ]Requirement
Do I need to run an ISO 27001 pentest?
ISO 27001 doesn't explicitly require organizations to carry out penetration tests (pentests), but it is strongly recommended as part of a solid information security strategy. The standard includes guidance on managing and identifying technical vulnerabilities (as described in Annex A.12.6.1), and pentests are an effective way to flag and address risks in good time.
In control of information security
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[ 04 ]Our process
How does an ISO 27001 pentest work?
No jargon, just a clear process. Click a step or sit back and relax.
Introduction & Scope
A no-obligation conversation or an interactive questionnaire, in which we determine the scope together, tested against the ISO 27001 requirements.
[ 05 ]Pentest methods
Pentesting methods
Black, Grey or White box? Pick a method below and see instantly how much knowledge the ethical hacker gets up front, and therefore how realistic the attack is.
The hacker starts completely blind
Black box Pentest
In a black box penetration test the organization gives the ethical hacker no information about the systems and IT structure up front.
What the hacker sees up front
“I've capped off 5+ years of experience as an ethical hacker with an OSCP, OSED, OSWE, OSEP & OSCE3 certification. With that knowledge, I make sure your ISO 27001 pentest is delivered audit-proof.”
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Frequently asked ISO 27001 pentest questions
What is ISO 27001 and what is it used for?
For which organizations is ISO 27001 relevant?
What requirements does ISO 27001 place on information security?
ISO 27001 is an international standard for information security. This standard helps organizations set up, maintain and improve an information security management system (ISMS), so sensitive information is properly protected.
To keep information secure, ISO 27001 requires organizations to:
- Understand the context of the organization: Look at which internal and external factors affect security.
- Map out risks and make a plan: What threats exist and how will we address them?
- Ensure support: Provide sufficient knowledge, resources and awareness within the company.
- Actually carry out the security measures: The plans must be turned into concrete actions.
- Check that everything works: regularly measure and evaluate whether security is functioning properly.
- Continuously improve: Keep learning and adapting to minimize risks.
What role does pentesting play within ISO 27001?
While ISO 27001 doesn't make pentesting mandatory, it is strongly recommended to run pentests regularly. This helps organizations limit security risks and better protect their systems. The role of pentesting within ISO 27001 can therefore be:
Detecting vulnerabilities
Pentesting helps companies discover security issues in their systems and networks before hackers do. This makes it possible to fix vulnerabilities in time and strengthen security.
Meeting security control A.12.6.1
ISO 27001 includes a guideline (A.12.6.1) stating that organizations must identify and address security risks. While pentests aren't mandatory, they do help meet this requirement.
Checking that security measures work
Pentests provide insight into how well existing security measures perform and which improvements are needed.
How often should a pentest be performed according to ISO 27001?
ISO 27001 doesn't prescribe exactly how often a pentest (security test) must be carried out. In practice, however, it's recommended to do this at least once a year to check that security measures still work properly.
It's also wise to run extra pentests when there are major changes, such as:
- A major update or new version of a system
- Moving an application to a new environment
- Major changes to the IT infrastructure
How often an organization needs pentests depends on the risks within its sector. In sectors such as finance and healthcare, where the consequences of a data breach can be severe, it's common to run a pentest every six months or even every quarter.
How can an organization prepare for an ISO 27001 pentest?
Thorough preparation for a penetration test (pentest) is essential for organizations aiming for ISO 27001 compliance. Below are a few steps that contribute to effective preparation:
- Gather documentation: Make it easier for the pentesters by having any relevant documents ready, such as architecture documents, network diagrams and configurations. If a pentest or security scan has been carried out before, provide it as a reference.
- Arrange access and a test environment: Make sure the pentesters have access to a test environment that resembles the production environment as closely as possible. Also give the pentester(s) access to a test account. It’s wise to test in a test environment in case something ever breaks.
How does a pentest contribute to continuous improvement within ISO 27001?
Running pentests (security tests) on a regular basis helps organizations continually improve their information security within the ISO 27001 guidelines. This has several benefits:
Greater security awareness
Employees and management learn what risks exist and how they can contribute to a secure working environment.
Less risk of cyberattacks
By finding and fixing weak spots in systems and applications in time, companies reduce the chance of data breaches and other security incidents.
Meeting ISO 27001 requirements
Pentests help organizations meet security guidelines, such as control A.12.6.1, which focus on detecting and fixing technical vulnerabilities.
By making pentests part of the security policy (ISMS), companies can better defend against new threats and continuously improve their systems.
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