How much should a penetration test cost?
Penetration test pricing varies based on scope, target environment, and depth of assessment. A focused web application test typically ranges from $2,000–$8,000, while comprehensive network or cloud penetration tests for mid-size Florida businesses may range from $8,000–$25,000+. Factors include number of IPs, applications, test duration, and whether retesting is included. Osto structures engagements to match your budget and compliance needs.
What is the difference between a vulnerability scan and a penetration test?
A vulnerability scan is an automated process that identifies known weaknesses in systems without attempting to exploit them. A penetration test goes further — trained experts actively attempt to exploit those vulnerabilities to determine real business impact, uncover chained attack paths, and validate which risks are genuinely exploitable. Penetration testing provides far deeper assurance than scanning alone.
How long does a penetration test typically take?
Most penetration testing engagements take between 3 and 10 business days depending on scope. A focused web application assessment may take 3–5 days, while a comprehensive network or cloud penetration test for a larger Florida enterprise can run 7–14 days. This includes testing, analysis, and delivery of a detailed report with remediation guidance.
Will the penetration test disrupt our business operations?
When scoped correctly, penetration testing causes minimal to no disruption. We work with your team to define testing windows — including after-hours schedules — and establish clear rules of engagement that avoid impacting production systems. Our structured methodology ensures high-fidelity results while keeping your Florida business operations running smoothly throughout the engagement.
What types of penetration testing does Osto offer?
Osto offers network penetration testing, web application and API security testing, cloud penetration testing across AWS, Azure, and GCP, VAPT as a managed service, and shift-left security assessments integrated into development pipelines. Each engagement is scoped to match your specific infrastructure, compliance requirements, and risk priorities.
How often should a business conduct penetration testing?
Most security frameworks and compliance standards — including PCI DSS, SOC 2, and HIPAA — recommend at least annual penetration testing. However, tests should also be triggered by major infrastructure changes, new application launches, cloud migrations, or after any significant security incident. Florida businesses in regulated industries should consult their compliance requirements for specific cadences.
What deliverables will we receive after the penetration test?
You will receive a comprehensive report containing an executive summary for leadership, a detailed technical findings section with each vulnerability ranked by severity, proof-of-concept evidence, and step-by-step remediation guidance. Osto also provides a debrief session with your technical team to walk through findings, answer questions, and ensure your team can act on the results immediately.
Do you offer retesting after we remediate the identified vulnerabilities?
Yes. Osto strongly recommends remediation retesting to verify that identified vulnerabilities have been successfully addressed and no new issues were introduced during the fix. Retesting engagements are scoped specifically to the previously discovered findings, providing your team with documented evidence of remediation — a critical requirement for many compliance audits and security certifications.