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Frequently Asked Questions.

Get answers to common questions about cybersecurity services and best practices.

What is penetration testing?

Penetration testing (pen testing) is a simulated cyberattack against your systems to check for exploitable vulnerabilities. It helps identify weaknesses before real attackers can exploit them. OBSENTRY provides comprehensive penetration testing including network, web application, API, and social engineering assessments.

How often should we conduct security assessments?

Most compliance frameworks require annual security assessments. However, we recommend quarterly vulnerability scans and annual penetration tests. Organizations in high-risk industries or those handling sensitive data should consider more frequent testing.

What is a Managed SOC?

A Managed Security Operations Center (SOC) is a 24/7 security monitoring service that watches your systems for threats, investigates alerts, and responds to incidents. OBSENTRY's Managed SOC provides enterprise-grade security monitoring without the cost of building an in-house team.

How much does penetration testing cost?

Penetration testing costs vary based on scope and complexity. A basic web application test typically starts around $5,000-$15,000, while comprehensive enterprise assessments can range from $25,000-$100,000+. Contact OBSENTRY for a free scoping call and custom quote.

What compliance frameworks do you support?

OBSENTRY helps organizations achieve and maintain compliance with SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CMMC, and GDPR. We provide gap assessments, remediation guidance, and audit preparation support.

What is the difference between vulnerability assessment and penetration testing?

Vulnerability assessment identifies and reports known vulnerabilities using automated tools. Penetration testing goes further by actively exploiting vulnerabilities to demonstrate real-world attack impact. Both are important but serve different purposes.

Do you offer emergency incident response?

Yes, OBSENTRY provides 24/7 emergency incident response services. We can help contain active breaches, investigate ransomware attacks, and guide recovery efforts. Call our emergency hotline for immediate assistance.

What industries do you serve?

OBSENTRY serves organizations across healthcare, finance, legal, technology, manufacturing, retail, and government sectors. We have specialized expertise in regulated industries requiring HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and SOC 2 compliance.

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