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The cybersecurity threat landscape is constantly evolving, making it crucial for organizations to regularly assess their systems and networks to identify vulnerabilities. While penetration testing is a valuable tool, its true effectiveness lies in the actions taken afterward.
To maximize the benefits of a thorough pen test, it’s important to prioritize remediation efforts and establish long-term follow-up plans. This requires collaboration and input from the entire team. Here, 20 members of the Forbes Technology Council offer strategies to help organizations effectively respond to pen test results. Their insights can help ensure that all stakeholders understand the key implications and their roles in strengthening the organization’s defenses.
Take A ‘Five Whys’ Approach To Analysis
“The easy answer is ‘fix the issues.’ Many teams stop there, wiping their brows and saying, ‘Phew!’ after working through the list. It’s more important to ask, ‘How can we avoid these issues on the next pen test?’ I encourage teams to use a ‘Five Whys’ approach to identifying the root causes of issues. Take the top three issues and ask, ‘Why?’ five times to identify the root cause and address it.” – Dave Todaro
