Your Automated Pentest Looks Clean. See What It Missed in This Expert Webinar
Summary
This article highlights a common pitfall in penetration testing where automated tools can become less effective over time, leading to a false sense of security. A webinar hosted by The Hacker News in partnership with Picus Security aims to address this gap by demonstrating what automated pentests miss and how expert analysis can improve security posture.
IFF Assessment
This article promotes a learning opportunity that will help defenders identify weaknesses missed by automated tools.
Defender Context
Defenders should be aware that relying solely on automated penetration tests can create a blind spot, as these tools may not identify novel or complex vulnerabilities over repeated scans. Expert-led analysis and a combination of automated and manual testing are crucial for a comprehensive security assessment.