Pentest

Penetration Testing for Industrial Systems

What Is Industrial Penetration Testing?

Penetration testing (pentesting) is a controlled cybersecurity assessment that simulates real-world cyberattacks on Industrial Control Systems (ICS), SCADA environments, and Operational Technology (OT) devices. 

Led by experienced security professionals, these tests go beyond surface-level scans to actively probe systems, uncover real vulnerabilities, and demonstrate how an attacker could infiltrate, disrupt, or manipulate industrial operations. 

With the growing convergence of IT and OT networks, industrial systems are more exposed than ever to cyber threats. Pentesting enables organizations to evaluate their defenses under realistic conditions and proactively remediate weaknesses—before attackers do. 

Key industries benefiting from ICS/SCADA penetration testing:

Manufacturing

Protecting production lines from ransomware and unauthorized access. 

Oil & Gas

Preventing operational disruptions in refineries and pipelines. 

Healthcare & Medical Devices

Securing connected medical equipment and hospital infrastructure. 

Transportation

Protecting rail, aviation, and maritime control systems. 

Energy & Utilities

Securing power plants, grids, and smart meters. 

How It Works:

A Realistic Attack Simulation

Industrial penetration testing applies an offensive security approach to simulate real-world cyberattacks—without disrupting operations or deploying actual malware. 

Led by cybersecurity professionals, these controlled assessments emulate the tactics used by advanced persistent threats (APTs), ransomware operators, and other sophisticated adversaries. The goal: to uncover critical vulnerabilities and validate how well your defenses would hold under realistic attack scenarios. 

By reproducing the mindset and techniques of real attackers—safely—pentesting provides actionable insights that automated scans alone can’t deliver. 

Reconnaissance:

Mapping the Attack Surface

We conduct a deep assessment of your industrial network to identify exposed endpoints, protocols in use, weak authentication methods, and unpatched software. 

Vulnerability Identification:

Finding Weaknesses

 

The examples below highlight just a few of the areas we typically assess—our process adapts to each system’s architecture and maturity level to uncover both well-known and hidden vulnerabilities. 

✔ Network Segmentation & Firewalls

Are critical systems isolated from IT networks?

✔ Access Control Policies

Can unauthorized users gain access to industrial assets?

✔ Software & Firmware Security

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✔ Weak Encryption & Authentication Mechanisms

Are credentials or sensitive data exposed?

✔ Third-Party & Supply Chain Risks

Backdoors, unpatched code, or weak security in external tools (e.g., SolarWinds).

✔ Misconfigurations & Default Credentials

Are systems running with factory settings?

Threat Simulation & Risk Analysis for Industrial Cybersecurity

We simulate real-world attacks (privilege escalation, lateral movement, denial-of-service) to identify vulnerabilities in industrial systems. Assess risks to operations, safety, and compliance (IEC 62443, NIST), protecting against ransomware and advanced cyber threats.

We safely simulate real-world attacks to demonstrate how vulnerabilities in your OT environment could be exploited. These controlled tests validate the actual impact on systems, data, and operations.

Key areas tested include:

  • Attack paths and system compromise

  • Data exfiltration and manipulation

  • DoS attacks and service disruption

  • Command injection and unauthorized code execution

  • Impact on industrial processes and critical assets

  • Business and safety consequences

All testing is done securely and in coordination with your team to highlight real risks to availability, integrity, and safety.

Cyber threats targeting industrial environments are evolving rapidly. A single security flaw can result in: 

  • Production Downtime – Operational failures, loss of revenue, and supply chain disruptions.
  • Safety Hazards – Risk to human lives if critical automation systems are compromised.
  • Regulatory Non-Compliance – Failing to meet IEC 62443, NIST 800-82, or other security standards.
  • Ransomware & Nation-State Attacks – ICS/SCADA systems are high-value targets for hackers.

Cyber threats targeting industrial environments are evolving rapidly. A single security flaw can result in: 

  • Production Downtime – Operational failures, loss of revenue, and supply chain disruptions.
  • Safety Hazards – Risk to human lives if critical automation systems are compromised.
  • Regulatory Non-Compliance – Failing to meet IEC 62443, NIST 800-82, or other security standards.
  • Ransomware & Nation-State Attacks – ICS/SCADA systems are high-value targets for hackers.
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Let’s Explore Your OT Security Landscape

Industrial systems face increasingly complex threats—and every environment is different. 

If you’d like to understand how a real-world attack could unfold in your operations, we’re here to help. Our team combines hands-on experience in ICS/SCADA environments with a deep understanding of your sector’s constraints. 

Why organizations work with us:

✔ Tailored approach for OT environments—not generic IT security 
✔ Methods aligned with IEC 62443, NIST 800-82, and industry-specific standards 
✔ Expertise across energy, manufacturing, healthcare, and transportation 
✔ Practical insights that help technical and business teams make informed decisions 

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