Did you know that a single data breach can cost businesses millions and permanently damage their reputation? In recent years, companies across the financial sector have faced significant financial losses due to rising incidents of payment card fraud and data breaches involving sensitive cardholder information.

As web applications continue to drive modern business operations, they’ve also become prime targets for cybercriminals. Web applications store and process vast amounts of sensitive data. A single vulnerability can expose this data, leading to financial loss, reputational damage, and regulatory penalties. Securing these applications against a wide range of threats is crucial.

As businesses rapidly embrace the Internet of Things (IoT), they are becoming increasingly impacted by the inherent security risks these connected devices pose. From smart manufacturing systems to wearable health trackers, IoT devices provide convenience and innovation, but they also introduce new vulnerabilities.

With cyber threats becoming more sophisticated, it is essential to adopt a multi-layered security approach. Many organizations believe their defenses are strong because they rely on IT teams or developers, but these teams often lack specialized cybersecurity expertise. A professional penetration test is the best way to assess the true strength of these defenses, as it uncovers vulnerabilities that internal teams might miss. There are two main types of penetration tests: automated and manual. In this article, we will explore the differences and when each is most appropriate.