Active Directory (AD), which plays a critical role in companies’ IT infrastructure, performs important functions such as user management, authentication, and access control. However, misconfigurations, weak password policies, and outdated security measures can create a significant opportunity for attackers. In today’s world, where cyber threats are increasing, ensuring Active Directory security is vital for protecting corporate networks. SZUTEST TEKNOLOJİ offers a professional Active Directory Penetration Testing service that comprehensively analyzes your Active Directory environment and detects vulnerabilities.
What is an Active Directory Penetration Test?
Active Directory Penetration Testing is a controlled security testing process that targets an organization’s Active Directory environment. This test aims to reveal security vulnerabilities in your network by imitating methods used by cyber attackers, such as elevating privileges in the system, taking over user accounts, or gaining access to sensitive data. A comprehensive AD penetration test identifies existing threats in your company’s system, allowing security measures to be strengthened.
During the AD Penetration Test, the following critical security vulnerabilities are examined:
Privilege escalation scenarios – Preventing standard users from gaining administrative privileges
Weak passwords and password policies – Preventing user account takeover
Incorrectly configured Group Policy Objects (GPOs) – Securing AD management
Authentication bypass – Detecting insecure login methods
Access control list (ACL) vulnerabilities – Protecting sensitive file and system access
Why Should You Do an Active Directory Penetration Test?
Since Active Directory is your company’s main identity management system, a vulnerability that occurs here can put your entire system at risk. Cyber attackers can use vulnerabilities in the AD to obtain administrative rights, access sensitive data, and gain full control over the network. It is imperative to implement a proactive security strategy against such threats, to ensure business continuity and to protect data security.
Prevent attackers from gaining administrative privilege – Prevent attackers from gaining privilege by detecting misconfigurations and weak points in the AD.
Prevent identity theft – Strengthen your identity security by identifying vulnerabilities that could lead to user account takeovers.
Comply with regulations such as ISO 27001, GDPR, and PDPA (Personal Data Protection Authority).
– Fulfill your legal obligations by increasing your AD security.
Protect critical data from unauthorized access – Ensure that your sensitive files and system resources are protected.
The Active Directory Penetration Testing Process
Active Directory Penetration Testing is a comprehensive process consisting of a series of security analyses. This process aims to increase the security of your system by identifying possible attack vectors.
🔹 Information Gathering & Preliminary Analysis
Your AD structure is analyzed, and open services and ports are specified.
The operating system, software versions, and firewall settings used in the system are examined.
🔹 Detection of Security Vulnerabilities
Incorrect configurations, weak password policies, and unused accounts are detected.
Authorization escalation scenarios and authentication vulnerabilities are analyzed.
🔹 Implementation of Attack Scenarios
Authentication bypass tests are performed.
Tests such as access enhancement, LDAP attacks, and data leakage over SMB are performed.
🔹 Reporting and Solution Suggestions
The identified vulnerabilities are presented in a detailed report.
Risk levels are indicated, and safety measures that are easy to implement are recommended.
Frequently Encountered Active Directory Security Vulnerabilities
Common vulnerabilities in the AD environment include:
⚠️ Weak password policies – Easily cracked passwords present a major opportunity for cyber attackers.
⚠️Old and outdated user accounts – Inactive accounts can create potential entry points for attackers.
⚠️ Misconfigured Group Policy Objects (GPOs) – If GPOs are not applied correctly, attackers may gain privileges on the system.
⚠️Access Control List (ACL) vulnerabilities – Misconfigurations may allow unauthorized access to sensitive files.
⚠️Data leakage via LDAP or SMB – Sensitive data can be exposed through improperly configured protocols.
Don’t Leave Your Active Directory Security to Chance!
As a TSE-approved Penetration Testing Company, we secure your system by thoroughly analyzing your Active Directory environment with our expert team. We provide easy-to-implement, effective, and fast solutions for identified vulnerabilities.
Prevent identity theft – Strengthen your identity security by identifying vulnerabilities that can lead to the hijacking of user accounts.
Professional AD security analysis
Testing process with real-world attack scenarios
Detailed reporting and solution suggestions,
ISO 27001, GDPR, and PDPA (Personal Data Protection Authority) compliance
Contact us to secure your company’s Active Directory structure and protect against cyber threats!
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