Internal Security Assessment Methodology and Benefits

This technical report outlines the internal security assessment methodology employed by Trellix Guardians, focusing on penetration testing as a proactive measure for safeguarding IT infrastructure. The assessment aims to identify vulnerabilities from an insider's perspective, which is crucial for early detection of potential security weaknesses that could be exploited by malicious insiders or hackers. The report details the phases of the Guardians methodology, including planning, reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, post-exploitation, and reporting. It emphasizes the importance of uncovering vulnerabilities to prioritize remediation efforts, thereby reducing the risk of data breaches and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, FFIEC, SOX, and ISO/IEC 27001. Additionally, the report mentions the provision of a detailed “Anatomy of an Attack” to illustrate how access can be gained, and highlights the option for discounted retesting of vulnerabilities to validate remediation efforts.