Technology Checklist for Active Testing Implementation

This document is a technology checklist designed to assist organizations in implementing scalable, automated testing practices that aim to reduce both time to detection (TTD) and time to remediation (TTR). It outlines three primary challenges that organizations face when conducting active tests: incomplete asset inventories, lack of business and attribution context, and overreliance on inadequate testing levels and technologies. The checklist provides specific guidance on how to address these challenges using automated testing technologies. For incomplete asset inventories, it emphasizes the importance of conducting regular asset discovery and active scanning. To tackle the lack of business context, it suggests mapping business structures and attributing ownership to assets. Finally, to overcome inadequate testing, it recommends implementing weekly active testing and using risk-based prioritization to enhance remediation efforts. Overall, the checklist serves as a practical guide for organizations looking to enhance their active testing capabilities.