Reading time :
8 minute(s)
-
11 June 2025
A weak password, a misconfigured access point, or an exposed service you didn’t even know about—that’s all it takes for an attacker to get into your systems. A penetration test (also known as a pentest) simulates a real-world attack to identify, exploit, and fix these gaps before they impact your business and operations.
Prevention starts with anticipation. By subjecting your digital environment to controlled offensive scenarios, you turn a risk into an opportunity for improvement. And you move one step closer to a robust, responsible, and sustainable cybersecurity posture.
BY THE NUMBERS
Organizations that prioritize prevention reduce their risk of major incidents by 40%.
A penetration test is a proactive approach to measuring how well your systems can withstand an external or internal attack. It’s not just about detecting vulnerabilities—it’s about validating how they can be exploited, assessing their impact, and strategically fixing them.
A pentest is also a sign of digital accountability. Performing them regularly and preventively shows that you’re taking concrete steps to protect critical assets, maintain compliance, strengthen IT governance, and meet the growing expectations of funding partners.
BY THE NUMBERS
68% of business partners say they have greater trust in companies that regularly perform penetration tests.
A penetration test is a proactive approach to measuring how well your systems can withstand an external or internal attack. It’s not just about detecting vulnerabilities—it’s about validating how they can be exploited, assessing their impact, and strategically fixing them.
A pentest is also a sign of digital accountability. Performing them regularly and preventively shows that you’re taking concrete steps to protect critical assets, maintain compliance, strengthen IT governance, and meet the growing expectations of funding partners.
BY THE NUMBERS
68% of business partners say they have greater trust in companies that regularly perform penetration tests.
Unlike an automated scan, a penetration test relies on human expertise and advanced ethical hacking techniques. It allows you to:
Penetration testing is a key solution for strengthening your cybersecurity posture, aligning it with current best practices and today’s rising risk levels.
Tests are conducted in controlled environments under a strict framework. They’re tailored to your needs and priorities, and can include penetration tests such as:
From the Internet
From a simulated network access
Analyzing vulnerabilities within your applications
Reviewing SaaS configurations and access
The methods used mirror those of real attackers—such as privilege escalation, exploiting known vulnerabilities (CVEs), and bypassing authentication. But the goals are the opposite: to strengthen security, not compromise it.
Penetration tests are anything but “just another report.” They’re a preparation exercise and a concrete action. They reveal not only technical weaknesses but also organizational reflexes that need to be strengthened. By having them conducted by experts, IT leaders can:
A pentest is an advanced yet accessible solution. When combined with incident simulations and other proactive measures, it lies at the heart of the best preventive cybersecurity strategies.
BY THE NUMBERS
Every dollar invested in a penetration test can generate up to $4 in savings.
Conducting penetration tests helps prevent incidents that could lead to:
In this sense, a penetration test is far more than a technical audit. It’s a strategic investment aligned with your business continuity goals and overall risk management.
BY THE NUMBERS
$53,500 — the average cost of a cybersecurity incident for Canadian businesses.
Our cybersecurity experts perform tailored penetration tests without disrupting your operations. They’re certified to the highest standards (OSEP, OSWE, OSCP, CISSP) and use advanced techniques before delivering a clear report, concrete recommendations, and precise action priorities.
Get in touch with us to plan a targeted engagement aligned with your security and compliance goals.
With a full range of solutions, ISO 27001 certification, and trusted teams and partners, we’ve been providing strategic support for the digital management of public and private organizations for over 25 years.
