Find, Fix, and Remediate

CATSCAN® comprehensive application testing and scanning is a specialized service offered by ProactiveRISK that goes beyond standard penetration testing. It is designed to provide a more nuanced, in-depth analysis of a client’s cybersecurity posture by simulating sophisticated attack scenarios. This method aligns with the kind of tactics, techniques, and procedures that real-world attackers might use, making it a form of red teaming—where a group of security professionals play the role of attackers to test an organization's defenses.
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Here's a breakdown of how CATSCAN® works:

1. Scoping Exercise: Before any testing begins, ProactiveRISK engages with the client to understand the specific environment and security requirements. This initial step involves asking targeted questions to grasp the client's readiness for the implementation of CATSCAN® technology.
2. Customized Testing Plan: Based on the initial scoping exercise, a tailored testing plan is developed. This ensures that the testing is relevant and focused on areas where the client is most vulnerable or where an attack could be most damaging.
3. Red Team Operations: CATSCAN® employs red team operations that mimic actual attack patterns. This could involve various tactics, from social engineering to sophisticated technical intrusions, aimed at testing both the digital and human elements of cybersecurity.
4. Comprehensive Scanning: The service includes thorough scanning of applications to detect vulnerabilities that might not be apparent during a routine security assessment. This could cover all open ports, services, and application endpoints.
5. Analysis and Reporting: After testing, ProactiveRISK provides a comprehensive analysis of the findings, detailing vulnerabilities, the methods used to exploit them, and the potential impact of such exploits.
6. Prioritization and Remediation: With the vulnerabilities identified, ProactiveRISK works with the client to prioritize them based on the level of risk they pose. They then guide the client through the process of remediation to address these vulnerabilities.
7. Post-Remediation Testing: Often, after the vulnerabilities have been addressed, another round of testing is conducted to ensure that the fixes are effective and that no new security issues have been introduced.

The advantage of CATSCAN® is that it provides a realistic and rigorous assessment of a system's ability to withstand targeted attacks, thus offering clients a clear view of their security strengths and weaknesses. This approach is tailored, allowing clients to efficiently allocate resources to improve their security posture in line with their specific operational cadence and risk profile.

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