Free Penetration Test: What to Expect

Understanding where your business is actually vulnerable is the first step towards proper cyber security. Kixo offers a free pentest, or penetration test, as part of our cyber security consultation, giving you a clear picture of your current risk.

What is a penetration test?

A penetration test, often shortened to pentest, involves simulating a real cyber attack against your systems to identify weaknesses before a genuine attacker does. Unlike an automated vulnerability scan, a pentest actively attempts to exploit weaknesses, giving a more realistic picture of your actual risk.

What our free pentest covers

An assessment of your external facing systems, such as your website and remote access points
Identification of common vulnerabilities like outdated software, weak configurations or exposed services
A clear, jargon free report explaining what was found and why it matters
Practical recommendations for addressing any issues identified
No obligation to take further action, though we’re happy to help if you’d like support

Why we offer this for free

We believe businesses should understand their actual security position before being asked to invest in fixing it. A free pentest gives you that clarity without any upfront cost or commitment, and it’s often the first step in an ongoing relationship with clients who see the value in proper cyber security.

What happens after the test

We’ll talk you through the findings in plain English, explain the level of risk associated with anything found, and outline practical next steps. There’s no pressure to sign up to anything, though many businesses choose to address the issues found as part of ongoing managed IT support.