Security Testing

  The following are the steps required to perform security testing: 1. Security requirements need to be clearly identified: The security requirements for the software need to be clearly identified by the team. This in turn makes sure that testing is carried out on the key security issues. In order to identify security requirements, initiate the process by reviewing regulatory standards and relevant security policies that are being applied to the software.   2. Security tests should be designed: Based on the security requirements, security tests need to be designed that can identify previous weaknesses and unknown vulnerabilities. Different types of security tests need to be identified to design security tests.   3. Executing security tests: When security tests are being executed, the designed plan should be followed by the team to make sure that tests are being performed accurately.   4. Results should be scrutinized: The results of web application ...

  What is Website Security Testing? It is a specific testing process of assessing a web application or website’s security measures to identify potential flaws, weaknesses and vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers. The objective of website security testing is to ensure the availability, integrity and confidentiality of the site, thereby maintaining the trust of users and protecting sensitive data Regular web application security testing and website security testing are important to protect sensitive data and maintain a secure online presence from being compromised. Security vulnerabilities are identified and fixed, user trust is maintained and compliance with industry standards and regulations are expected.   The following are two key approaches to conducting website security testing: 1. Manual testing: Human intuition and expertise are leveraged to identify vulnerabilities. Website interaction takes place by the tester and thus vulnerabilities are ex...