What is Security Testing

Posted By : Prajwal Tiwari | 29-Jun-2022

What is Security Testing?

Software testing with a security focus identifies risks, dangers, and weaknesses in software applications and guards against nefarious intrusions. The goal of security tests is to find any flaws or vulnerabilities in the software system that could allow workers or outsiders to steal information, money, or reputation from the organization.

 

Importance of Security Testing

A procedure called security testing assesses a system's security and identifies any potential weaknesses or security threats. To prevent assaults in the real world, security testing, a crucial component of the SDLC, is utilized to identify security flaws in the system.

 

The evaluation of potential security hazards in the system serves as the foundation for security testing. The procedure involves testing the system's security using both positive and negative tests to identify any potential security issues.

The basic objective of security testing is to recognize system threats and gauge their possible vulnerabilities so that they may be dealt with without the system becoming unusable or being exploited.

 

Types of Security Testing

Vulnerability Scanning

Vulnerability scanning is used to find well-known flaws and vulnerability signatures, while manual tools are also available. It is the initial stage in a lengthy process of managing vulnerabilities and securing apps and software. It is employed to comprehend the fundamental security risks.

 

Security Checks

The practice of finding security flaws and incorrect setups in networks, systems, and software is known as security scanning. For this type of test, both manual and automated tools are employed.

 

Penetration testing

Penetration testing, often known as pen-testing, is the technique of simulating a real-time cyber attack against a network, system, or piece of software while maintaining security. To comprehend the effectiveness of the security measures against attacks in real-time, it is (and must be) manually carried out by a reputable, certified security specialist. Most significantly, pen-testing reveals unexpected vulnerabilities (such as zero-day dangers and business logic issues).

 

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