When is this useful?
You need to make a decision without a clear view of your security. The express assessment organises the first questions: which assets matter, what information is available and which issues deserve a deeper engagement. It can help at the start of a project or when preparing a budget.
Reporting to plan
- A summary of the scope examined and its limits
- Observations to confirm or address first
- Options for further work where useful
Scope, timeline and deliverables are agreed before work begins.
Frequently asked questions
Does it replace a penetration test?
No. An initial review does not demonstrate that a weakness is exploitable. If this is required, a penetration test must be scoped separately.
What should we prepare?
Your objective, a description of the environment and someone who can explain the available information. Exact requirements depend on the agreed scope.