Professional Penetration Testing services | System security assessment
Validate exploitable vulnerabilities before they become security incidents.
IPSIP Vietnam simulates attack techniques within the scope approved by the business, combining specialized tools with manual testing based on the OWASP WSTG. The results help businesses assess real-world impact and prioritize remediation.
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The testing scope and rules are agreed before implementation.
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Reports include findings, technical evidence, and remediation recommendations.
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Remediation consulting and retesting are provided within the scope agreed by both parties.
IPSIP Vietnam is certified to ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and has a SOC 2 Type II report.
What is Penetration Testing? Key benefits of Pentesting
Assess system defenses through controlled attack simulations.
Pentesting, or penetration testing, is the process of simulating attacks within an approved scope. It identifies exploitable vulnerabilities, evaluates their actual impact, and recommends suitable fixes.
What is Penetration Testing?
More than automated scanning
Pentesting combines manual testing to find configuration, authentication, access control, and business logic flaws that automated tools may miss.
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Find weaknesses before attackers do
Identify vulnerabilities in applications and infrastructure before they are exploited to access systems, steal data, or disrupt operations.
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Prioritize the right fixes
Rank findings by severity, exploitability, and business impact so technical teams can focus resources on the most important issues.
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Validate actual risk
Test whether each weakness can be exploited and assess its impact, helping businesses identify risks that require immediate action.
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Support audits and security Reviews
Provide reports, technical evidence, and remediation advice to support security assessments and meet requirements from customers, partners, or auditors.
What is Pentesting? Practical benefits and Cybersecurity Law 2025 compliance strategy
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When should a business conduct a Pentest?
Pentesting should be performed when systems undergo changes, new risks emerge, or stakeholders require a security assessment.
Do not wait until an incident occurs
The timing of a Pentest should be based on each system’s assets, data, level of change, and actual risk.
No fixed schedule applies
Assessment frequency should be agreed according to the company’s operating environment and governance requirements.
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Before go-live
Testing before Go-live helps identify exploitable weaknesses before the application begins handling real users and data.
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After major changes
Changes to architecture, Cloud environments, APIs, configurations, or access controls may introduce weaknesses that were not present during the previous assessment.
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After an incident or critical vulnerability
Once the incident is under control, Pentesting helps assess remaining weaknesses, potential attack chains, and the effectiveness of remediation measures.
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When requested by stakeholders
Customers, partners, or auditors may request Pentest results as technical evidence for an information security assessment.
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When systems process critical data
Systems storing customer data, personal data, or information supporting core operations should be assessed according to their level of risk.
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Based on the risk assessment Cycle
Businesses can conduct Pentests periodically based on asset criticality, the frequency of system changes, and internal governance requirements.
Scope of IPSIP Vietnam’s Pentest services
IPSIP Vietnam provides three main types of penetration testing. The scope, assets, and testing methods are agreed upon before testing to ensure the safety of live systems.
Web & Mobile applications
Test websites, web applications, and mobile apps for weaknesses in authentication, access control, data handling, and business logic that may cause unauthorized access or data leaks.
Network & Server infrastructure
Assess external and internal networks, including servers, open services, configurations, and access rights, to identify risks of intrusion, privilege escalation, or lateral movement.
Attack Simulation & Employee Awareness Testing
Within an approved scope, IPSIP experts conduct controlled attack and social engineering scenarios, such as phishing emails, to assess how employees and IT teams detect, respond to, and report threats.
In-Depth testing methods
Black Box, Grey Box, and White Box differ in the amount of information and access provided to the Pentest team. The right method depends on the objectives, scope, and required testing depth.
EXTERNAL_INTEL
Black Box Testing
The Pentest team receives no internal information beyond the agreed targets. This method simulates an external attacker’s view to identify publicly accessible and exploitable weaknesses.
HYBRID_ACCESS
Grey Box Testing
The Pentest team receives partial information or a limited user account. This method tests post-login functions, access controls, and risks that could be exploited by users or attackers with initial access.
FULL_SOURCE_AUDIT
White Box Testing
The Pentest team receives all required technical information, such as system architecture, test accounts, configurations, or source code within the approved scope. This method supports in-depth testing and identifies the technical causes of weaknesses.
CONTROLLED TESTING
Pentesting live systems is not entirely risk-free. Before each project, IPSIP and the business agree on the scope, testing methods, and stop conditions to limit any impact on users, data, and business operations.
How is Pentesting conducted Safely?
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Define the scope and Authorization
Both parties document the websites, applications, IP addresses, accounts, and environments approved for testing. The Pentest team performs no activities outside the agreed scope.
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Select the right environment and timing
Pentesting may be conducted in a test environment or on live systems within an agreed time window, depending on system criticality and risk.
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Agree on resting rules
Testing methods, exploitation limits, and procedures for critical vulnerabilities are defined in advance. Tests that may cause disruption require separate approval.
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Coordinate and stop when needed
Both parties appoint contacts throughout the project. Testing is paused if the system becomes unstable or unexpected impacts occur.
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Protect data and test Evidence
Data, accounts, and evidence are used only for the agreed assessment. Access rights, storage methods, and retention periods must be clearly defined in the service agreement.
Pentest implementation process at IPSIP Vietnam
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Conduct controlled testing
IPSIP Vietnam’s specialists combine testing tools with manual analysis to identify and validate exploitable weaknesses. All activities are performed within the approved scope and controlled to minimize impacts on live systems.
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Analyze findings and deliver the Pentest Report
Findings are analyzed based on exploitability, severity, and business impact. The Pentest report includes technical evidence, affected assets, and prioritized remediation recommendations.
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Remediation guidance and Retesting
IPSIP reviews the results and helps the business interpret the report and remediate vulnerabilities after the Pentest. Once remediation is complete, vulnerabilities within the agreed scope are retested to confirm the results.
PENTEST & COMPLIANCE
How does Pentesting support audits and compliance?
Pentest reports provide technical evidence of exploitable vulnerabilities, their impact, and remediation results. This information supports audits, security assessments, and requirements from customers or partners.
PARTNER REQUIREMENTS
PCI DSS
SOC 2
ISO/IEC 27001
Pentest results may support assessments related to ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2, and PCI DSS where applicable. Pentesting does not replace the full audit process or guarantee certification.
Support for audits and security requirements
Clear technical evidence
Reports detail vulnerabilities, test evidence, affected assets, and risk levels to support assessment documentation and remediation planning.
Why do businesses choose IPSIP Vietnam for Pentest services?
A reliable Pentest provider should not only find vulnerabilities but also test safely, explain their impact, and support remediation. IPSIP combines IT and cybersecurity expertise, a transparent process, and practical reports that businesses can act on.
Extensive IT and cybersecurity experience
IPSIP has over 15 years of experience, operations in five countries, and a team of more than 80 local and international IT experts. This expertise supports assessments across different system architectures and security requirements.
Controlled, scope-based testing
Each project clearly defines its objectives, assets, methods, and testing limits. Experts combine tools with manual analysis, follow OWASP WSTG guidance, and operate only within the approved scope.
Reports for management and technical teams
Pentest reports cover vulnerabilities, evidence, severity, system impact, and remediation priorities. The content is structured for both management and technical teams.
Remediation advice and retesting
IPSIP reviews the findings, explains their technical causes, and recommends suitable fixes. Once remediation is complete, agreed vulnerabilities are retested to confirm the results.
About IPSIP Vietnam
15+
Year of experience
1.450.000
Annual alerts processed
35
DDoS attacked locked
5
Contries
80+
International and domestic IT experts
IPSIP Vietnam's management system and team of experts meet the most stringent international security standards
Proven expertise
IPSIP has successfully delivered 50+ projects for businesses in Vietnam and worldwide, across diverse industries and IT environments.
Finance
Education
Healthcare
Insurance
>90%
of clients continue using our services
Customer trust reflects IPSIP Vietnam’s consistent service quality and long-term commitment to supporting IT operations and growth.
Securing and optimizing global operations
FAQ
Services that complement PENTEST
Pentesting identifies and validates weaknesses at the time of testing. Businesses can combine it with regular assessments, stronger security controls, and continuous monitoring to maintain security after remediation is complete.
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