7 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
How Long Does an External Penetration Test Take?
An external penetration test may take one to three testing days or longer. Learn what affects the timescale and how to plan for reporting, remediation and retesting.
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7 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
What Should Be Included in an External Penetration Test Report?
Learn what a professional external penetration test report should include, from validated findings and attack paths to remediation priorities and retesting.
7 Sep 2026 · 5 min read
How Much Does an External Penetration Test Cost?
External penetration testing costs depend on the size, complexity and exposure of your internet-facing infrastructure. Learn what affects pricing and how to obtain an accurate quotation.
7 Sep 2026 · 6 min read
How Often Should You Conduct an External Penetration Test?
How often should you conduct an external penetration test? Annual testing is a sensible baseline, with additional tests after significant changes or cyber incidents.
22 Aug 2026 · 9 min read
What Is an External Penetration Test?
An external penetration test identifies exploitable vulnerabilities in internet-facing systems and provides practical recommendations to reduce risk.