Infrastructure

Assured Security Consultants perform thorough IT infrastructure and Active Directory penetration testing to ensure your organization's internal systems are secure against potential breaches. Our expert team combines advanced manual and automated testing techniques to evaluate your IT infrastructure, cloud environments and Entra ID/Active Directory (AD).

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We also offer specialized testing for web applications and mobile applications to provide a complete security assessment of your digital assets.

Cloud security audits

We have extensive experience in conducting security audits of cloud environments, including Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Our audits help identify vulnerabilities and misconfigurations that could be exploited by attackers.

Often, we audit the security of your cloud environment in parallel with application penetration testing to provide a comprehensive security assessment.

A cloud security audit is non-intrusive and focuses on identifying security weaknesses and misconfigurations that could lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, or service disruptions. The audit results are compiled into a detailed report with actionable recommendations to improve your cloud security posture.

The Cloud security audit process includes harvesting information about your cloud environment, identifying potential attack vectors, and assessing the security controls in place. We also review your cloud provider's security configurations and best practices to ensure that your cloud environment is secure.

Read more on our blog about best practices for securing Google Cloud Platform and insecure defaults in Google Kubernetes Engine.

Entra/Active Directory Penetration Testing

IT infrastructure and Active Directory penetration testing simulates an attack on your internal systems to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited by malicious actors. Our penetration testers use an "assumed breach" scenario, gaining an initial foothold on a low-privileged end client to effectively test the infrastructure's resistance and resilience against a successful compromise.

Our IT Infrastructure and Active Directory Penetration Testing Process

Scoping and Planning: We work closely with you to define the scope of the test, which can range from specific components of your IT infrastructure to a comprehensive evaluation of your Active Directory environment. The scope is tailored to your organization's maturity and specific security needs. Access to necessary systems and documentation is arranged during this phase.
Startup Meeting: We initiate the testing process with a kickoff meeting to discuss objectives, hand over necessary access credentials, and gather any additional information required for the test.
Information Gathering and Reconnaissance: Our team conducts thorough reconnaissance to understand the architecture, technologies, and potential entry points of your IT infrastructure and Active Directory environment. This helps us tailor our testing strategy to effectively challenge your systems.
Testing Phase: We perform a series of activities, including:
- Initial Foothold: Gaining access to a low-privileged end client, often incorporating the "assumed breach" scenario.
- Active Directory Enumeration: Mapping out the AD environment to understand its structure and identify potential attack paths.
- Network enumeration: Scanning and analyzing the network to identify vulnerabilities in its devices and setup.
- Privilege Escalation and Lateral Movement: Attempting to escalate privileges and traverse the network.
- Domain Takeover: Finding as many paths to domain takeover as possible within the project time frame.
- Special objectives (optional): Compromise the crown jewels, access the database or secret documents.
Final Analysis and Review: We compile our findings, prioritize vulnerabilities based on risk, and prepare a detailed report. The report includes risk ratings, recommended mitigation actions, and a comprehensive explanation of our testing methodologies.
Reporting and Presentation: We present the findings to you in a detailed written report and through an in-person or virtual debriefing session. This ensures you understand the vulnerabilities, their risks, and the recommended steps for mitigation.

Post-Penetration Test Services

When the penetration test is complete, you'll have gained knowledge about your IT infrastructure security posture and any identified vulnerabilities.

Post-test services are available to help you address the identified vulnerabilities effectively:

Advisory Services and Training: We provide ongoing advisory services and specialized training to enhance your team's security awareness and skills. This includes best security practices and hands-on sessions for your IT staff.
Verification Testing: After you address the identified vulnerabilities, we offer verification tests to ensure that the mitigations are effective and to check for any new vulnerabilities.
- The result of the verification test is a report detailing the effectiveness of the mitigation actions taken. It serves as a validation of the security improvements made but most importantly, it provides a stripped report which can be shared with stakeholders to show the security has been tested by a independent third party.

Adversary Simulation Testing

If a more in-depth test of your organization's detect-and-respond capabilities is needed, we recommend an Adversary Simulation test (also known as Red Team or Purple Team testing). This type of testing requires more effort from your Security Operations Center (SOC) and/or IT organization and provides a comprehensive evaluation of your defensive capabilities against sophisticated attacks.

Why Choose Assured Security Consultants?

Investing in our IT infrastructure and Active Directory penetration testing services helps you protect your business, customers, and valuable data from cyber threats. Our goal is to make security understandable and actionable for you and your team, empowering you to make informed decisions about your organization's security.

By choosing Assured Security Consultants, you benefit from:

Expertise in IT Infrastructure, cloud and Active Directory Security: Our team has extensive experience in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in IT environments.
Comprehensive Reporting: We provide detailed reports with clear risk assessments and actionable recommendations.
Ongoing Support: We offer post-test support, including verification testing and training, to ensure your IT infrastructure and Active Directory environment remain secure.