Attack path analysis
Prioritized paths to high-value assetsSAWDPT
Paths discovered24
Critical paths7
High value assets3
// Service Offensive Security
Penetration
Testing
Prove what attackers can actually exploit — before they do.
Syn Eater delivers manual, evidence-led penetration testing across networks, web applications, APIs, and cloud environments. We go beyond automated scanning to validate real attack paths, prioritise findings by business impact, and give your team a clear remediation roadmap.
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COVERAGE
- ›External & internal network infrastructure
- ›Web applications & single-page apps
- ›REST, GraphQL & mobile-backed APIs
- ›Cloud workloads (AWS, Azure & hybrid)
- ›Active Directory & identity attack paths
- ›Wireless & remote access surfaces
OUTCOMES
- ›Exploitable paths validated with proof-of-concept evidence
- ›Findings prioritised by business impact — not scanner noise
- ›Clear remediation guidance mapped to OWASP, CIS & MITRE ATT&CK
- ›Executive summary for leadership and technical detail for engineering
- ›Optional retest to confirm fixes before audit or release
ENGAGEMENT FLOW
- 01Scoping, threat modelling & rules of engagement
- 02Reconnaissance & attack surface mapping
- 03Vulnerability analysis & manual exploitation
- 04Post-exploitation & lateral movement (where in scope)
- 05Reporting, risk rating & remediation planning
- 06Executive debrief & optional validation retest
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What we test
Engagements are scoped to your environment and risk profile. Most programmes combine several assessment types — for example external perimeter plus web application testing before a major release.
External network
Internet-facing assets, perimeter controls, exposed services, and ingress paths attackers use first.
Internal network
Segmentation, AD misconfigurations, privilege escalation, and lateral movement inside the corporate boundary.
Web applications
Authentication, session handling, injection, access control, and business logic flaws aligned to OWASP WSTG.
API security
REST and GraphQL endpoints, token handling, rate limits, BOLA/BFLA, and integration trust boundaries.
Cloud & hybrid
IAM policies, storage exposure, container configs, and misconfigured services across AWS and Azure estates.
Wireless & remote
Wi‑Fi segmentation, guest networks, VPN entry points, and remote access hardening where applicable.
HOW WE WORK
- ›Manual testing first — automation supports discovery, humans confirm exploitability
- ›Safe, non-destructive testing with agreed maintenance windows and rollback plans
- ›Testing aligned to your risk profile, compliance drivers, and crown-jewel assets
- ›Coordination with IT, dev, and security teams throughout the engagement
- ›Evidence captured for audit, insurance, and board reporting where required
- ›South African data residency and POPIA-aware handling of test data and findings
BEST FOR
- ›Organisations preparing for ISO 27001, SOC 2, or customer security questionnaires
- ›Teams launching a new product, major release, or cloud migration
- ›Businesses that have not had independent offensive testing in the last 12 months
- ›Companies needing defensible evidence for insurers, partners, or regulators
- ›Security teams wanting validated priorities instead of raw scanner output
TYPICAL TIMELINE
Single application or focused scope: 1–2 weeks. Standard external + internal programme: 2–4 weeks. Multi-domain or group assessments: 4–8 weeks including reporting and debrief. Timelines depend on scope, access, and environment complexity.
DELIVERABLES
- Executive summary with overall risk posture and top recommendations
- Technical report with step-by-step reproduction notes and evidence
- Risk-rated finding register (severity, impact, affected assets, remediation)
- Attack path diagrams for critical and high findings
- Remediation roadmap grouped by effort and risk reduction
- Live debrief workshop with your technical and leadership stakeholders
METHODOLOGY
Standards
OWASP WSTG & ASVS for applications, PTES-inspired methodology for infrastructure, and MITRE ATT&CK mapping for findings.
Approach
Manual exploitation by experienced testers — tools accelerate reconnaissance but never replace human validation.
Safety
Written rules of engagement, emergency contacts, and change-control checkpoints before intrusive steps.
Reporting
Findings rated for likelihood and impact with plain-language executive context and actionable fix guidance.
FAQ
Common questions
How is penetration testing different from a vulnerability scan?
Scanners list potential weaknesses. Penetration testing proves which issues are actually exploitable, chains them into realistic attack paths, and explains business impact — reducing false positives and alert fatigue.
Do you need access to our source code?
Not for a black-box test. We can offer grey-box or white-box variants if you want faster coverage of complex apps, APIs, or auth flows — scope is agreed upfront.
Will testing disrupt production?
We design around your operations. Non-production environments are preferred where possible; production tests use agreed windows, rate limits, and safety rules to minimise risk.
How long does an engagement take?
A focused single-application test is typically 1–2 weeks. Broader external plus internal programmes often run 2–4 weeks. Multi-domain or group-wide assessments may take 4–8 weeks including reporting and debrief.
Can you retest after we remediate?
Yes. We offer validation retests to confirm critical and high findings are resolved before audits, releases, or board sign-off.
Are you able to test from South Africa and internationally?
Yes. We work with local and international clients. Engagements can be delivered remotely or on-site depending on scope and access requirements.
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