Can you simulate real-world attack scenarios during security testing?
Absolutely. Simulating real-world attack scenarios is a core part of our security testing services. We mimic the techniques and strategies used by actual threat actors, whether they are opportunistic attackers or highly targeted adversaries. By doing so, we can assess your organisation’s ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate potential threats. These simulations range from phishing campaigns and social engineering to advanced penetration testing and lateral movement within your environment, ensuring a realistic and comprehensive assessment of your defences.
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Mean Time to Detection (MTTD) is a key security metric that measures the average time it takes for an organisation to identify a security threat or breach after it occurs. A shorter MTTD indicates that an organisation has strong monitoring and detection capabilities, which can significantly reduce the impact of an attack by enabling faster response. Conversely, a longer MTTD increases the risk of attackers gaining a foothold, escalating privileges, or exfiltrating sensitive data unnoticed. Reducing MTTD is a critical component of any robust cybersecurity strategy.
Yes, social engineering can be a key component of a CounterSOC engagement. Whether it’s phishing simulations, phone-based attacks, or physical security assessments, we use social engineering techniques to assess how well your organisation can identify and respond to these common attack methods. However, this isn’t just about finding weaknesses—we also work with your team to improve their awareness, response procedures, and resilience to social engineering threats over the course of the engagement.
Not exactly. While CounterSOC shares some similarities with red teaming, such as simulating adversarial behaviour and testing defences, it is a broader and more collaborative service. CounterSOC focuses on addressing the most critical risks first and works to dramatically improve your organisation's security posture over the course of a year. Unlike traditional red teaming or penetration testing, CounterSOC prioritises collaboration with your internal teams, providing workshops, debriefs, and hands-on guidance to ensure you fully understand the threats and can implement effective mitigations. It’s not just about identifying issues—it’s about partnering with you to fix them and continuously strengthen your defences.
Unfortunately, we can’t turn your staff into super hackers in the course of a year, but we do share our tools, tactics, and techniques. We work closely with your team, showing them how to deploy these effectively and make meaningful progress on your organisation’s security posture. By collaborating throughout the engagement, we ensure your staff gains practical skills and knowledge that can drive long-term improvements in your defences.
CounterSOC is a continuous service, typically delivered as a rolling 12-month engagement. This long-term approach ensures your organisation benefits from ongoing attack simulations, real-time threat monitoring, and collaborative support, allowing you to adapt to evolving threats over time. However, we can adjust the duration to meet your specific needs and security objectives.
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