Web Application Penetration Testing
Web Application Penetration Testing for Australian Businesses
At Core Sentinel, our web application penetration testing services are tailored for Australian businesses, safeguarding your web applications against evolving cyber threats. Our expert team, with deep knowledge of Australia’s cybersecurity landscape, simulates real-world attacks to identify vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance with local standards like the ASD Essential Eight.
Why Choose Core Sentinel for Web Application Penetration Testing?
Core Sentinel understands the unique cybersecurity challenges facing Australian businesses. Our web application penetration testing services align with local frameworks like the Australian Cyber Security Centre’s Essential Eight and APRA CPS 234, helping organizations across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and beyond protect their web applications from sophisticated threats. Here’s why Australian businesses trust Core Sentinel:
- Certified Expertise: Our team holds elite certifications (OSCP, CEH, CISSP) and follows OWASP Top 10 and NIST frameworks.
- Comprehensive Testing: We simulate real-world attacks to identify SQL injection, XSS, CSRF, insecure APIs, and more.
- Actionable Reports: Receive detailed findings with prioritized remediation steps to strengthen your security posture.
- Tailored Approach: Customized testing for your unique application, whether it’s a SaaS platform, e-commerce site, or internal portal.
- Compliance Support: Align with PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, and SOC 2 requirements effortlessly.
Protect your web applications from costly breaches. Partner with Core Sentinel to secure your digital assets today.
Our Web Application Penetration Testing Process
Our proven methodology ensures thorough testing and clear results, empowering you to address vulnerabilities effectively. Here’s how we deliver unmatched value:
- Scoping & Planning: We collaborate to define your application’s scope, business logic, and testing objectives, ensuring alignment with your goals.
- Vulnerability Discovery: Using manual techniques and automated tools, we identify weaknesses like broken authentication, misconfigurations, and insecure APIs.
- Exploitation & Validation: Our ethical hackers simulate real-world attacks to confirm vulnerabilities, ensuring no false positives waste your time.
- Detailed Reporting: Receive a comprehensive report with risk ratings, proof-of-concept exploits, and step-by-step remediation guidance.
- Remediation Support: We guide your team through fixing vulnerabilities and offer retesting to verify your application’s security.
- Ongoing Protection: Optional recurring testing ensures your web application stays secure as new threats emerge.
Our process is transparent, efficient, and designed to minimize disruption while maximizing security.
Types of Web Applications We Test
Core Sentinel secures a wide range of web applications, including:
- E-Commerce Platforms: Protect customer data and payment systems.
- SaaS Applications: Secure cloud-based services and APIs.
- Custom Web Apps: Test bespoke applications for unique vulnerabilities.
- Content Management Systems (CMS): Harden WordPress, Drupal, and more.
- Internal Portals: Safeguard employee and partner-facing systems.
No matter your industry—finance, healthcare, retail, or tech—our testing ensures robust protection.
Key Vulnerabilities We Uncover
Our web application penetration testing process delivers a thorough assessment of your web applications, designed to meet Australian cybersecurity requirements. We test for vulnerabilities such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and more, ensuring alignment with frameworks like APRA CPS 234 and the ASD Essential Eight. Our detailed reports and remediation guidance empower Australian organizations to enhance their security posture and comply with local regulations. Our penetration tests target critical vulnerabilities that threaten your web application’s security, including:
- SQL Injection: Prevent unauthorized database access.
- Cross-Site Scripting (XSS): Stop malicious script injections.
- Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF): Protect user sessions.
- Insecure APIs: Secure API endpoints from exploitation.
- Broken Authentication: Fix weak login mechanisms.
- Misconfigurations: Address server and application errors.
Don’t let vulnerabilities compromise your business. Let us find and fix them first.
Benefits of Web Application Penetration Testing
Investing in Core Sentinel’s penetration testing services delivers measurable results:
- Prevent Costly Breaches: Avoid financial losses and reputational damage.
- Enhance Customer Trust: Show your commitment to data security.
- Meet Compliance Requirements: Stay audit-ready for PCI DSS, GDPR, and more.
- Improve Security Posture: Gain insights to strengthen your defenses.
- Stay Ahead of Threats: Proactively address emerging vulnerabilities.
With cyber threats evolving daily, regular penetration testing is essential to keep your web applications secure.
Why Core Sentinel Stands Out
Unlike competitors relying on automated scans, Core Sentinel combines human expertise with advanced tools for unmatched accuracy. Here’s how we differentiate:
- Manual Testing Focus: Over 70% of our testing is manual, uncovering issues automated tools miss.
- Experienced Team: Our pentesters average 20+ years of cybersecurity experience.
- Client-Centric Service: We prioritize your business needs with flexible scheduling and clear communication.
- Proven Results: Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and SMEs alike.
Choose Core Sentinel for penetration testing that delivers peace of mind and real security.
Industries We Serve
We provide tailored web application penetration testing for:
- Financial Services: Secure online banking and payment platforms.
- Healthcare: Protect patient data and comply with HIPAA.
- E-Commerce: Safeguard transactions and customer information.
- Technology: Harden SaaS and cloud-based applications.
- Government: Ensure compliance with stringent regulations.
Our industry-specific expertise ensures your web applications meet both security and compliance standards.
Ready to Secure Your Web Application?
Don’t wait for a breach to expose your vulnerabilities. Core Sentinel’s web application penetration testing services provide the insights you need to protect your business. Get started with a free consultation and see why organizations worldwide trust us to secure their digital assets. Contact Core Sentinel to schedule web application penetration testing tailored for your Australian business. Protect your web applications and meet local cybersecurity standards today.
You Will Get
- 1. Expert security consulting throughout the engagement from end-to-end.
- 2. A comprehensive report with an executive summary, and a prioritised list of risk ranked vulnerabilities in order of remediation priority, detailing exactly why they are a risk and how to fix them.
- 3. A manual re-test of vulnerabilities after remediation work is complete to verify they are closed off.
- 4. A re-test report designed for you to share with third parties in order to validate compliance.
The following flow chart illustrates our quality controlled penetration testing process from the start until the end of the engagement:

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