Offensive Security & Penetration Testing Services in the UAE

Vulnerability Assessment, Red Teaming, VAPT

Find vulnerabilities before attackers do. CREST-approved penetration testing, red team operations, and vulnerability assessments for financial services, critical infrastructure, healthcare, and enterprise organizations across UAE and MEA.

Full-Spectrum Offensive Security Testing (Vulnerability Assessment → Penetration Testing → Red Teaming)

Application Security Testing (Web, Mobile, API, Cloud, AI Systems)

Infrastructure Security Testing (Internal, External, Network, Cloud)

Advanced Testing Methods (Black Box, White Box, Grey Box, Zero-Trust)

CREST-Approved Penetration Testing Partners (Black Hat & DEFCON Speakers)

Comprehensive Vulnerability Management & Remediation Support

Test your security posture against real attack scenarios. Our CREST-approved penetration testing partners conduct offensive security operations using Black Hat and DEFCON-proven techniques to identify vulnerabilities before attackers exploit them.

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At reconn,, we operate as your offensive security command center, guiding you through the entire penetration testing and vulnerability assessment journey with precision, real-world attack methodology, and strategic insight.

 

Unlike offshore penetration testing firms or Big 4 consultancies, we partner with CREST-approved penetration testers who are published security researchers, Black Hat speakers, DEFCON presenters, and active participants in advanced cybersecurity communities. Our partners bring real-world offensive security expertise—not checkbox testing.

 

Plus, we combine offensive security testing with vulnerability management, remediation guidance, and compliance validation. You don't just get a penetration test report; you get a roadmap to fix vulnerabilities and prevent future exploitation.

The Offensive Security Imperative: Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing as Competitive & Regulatory Advantage

Every organization in UAE depends on critical systems, applications, and data. Most lack formal, validated vulnerability assessments and penetration testing programs.

 

Offensive security testing is the reality check your organization needs. Vulnerability assessments identify weaknesses. Penetration testing proves exploitability. Red teaming validates resilience. Together, they answer the question every organization should be asking: "Can attackers actually compromise our critical assets?"

 

The competitive advantage is real: Organizations with proven offensive security testing programs become preferred vendors (customers trust validated security), attract investors (demonstrated risk management), secure cyber liability insurance (reduced premiums), and avoid costly breach remediation (vulnerability prevention is cheaper than incident response).

The regulatory pressure in UAE is real and urgent:

For DFSA-Regulated Financial Organizations (DIFC)

DFSA expects DIFC-authorized firms to implement comprehensive security controls, including regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing validated by external security experts.

DFSA rulebook sections on operational resilience and cybersecurity explicitly require:

  • Documented vulnerability management program
  • Regular vulnerability assessments of all systems and applications
  • Penetration testing by approved external security testers
  • Remediation tracking and validation
  • Compliance with NIST Cybersecurity Framework or equivalent

What DFSA expects:

  • Annual (minimum) penetration testing of critical systems
  • Comprehensive web application security testing (OWASP Top 10 + API security)
  • Network penetration testing (internal and external)
  • Vulnerability scanning and management program
  • Validated remediation of high/critical vulnerabilities
  • Evidence of security testing in audit readiness

For CBUAE-Regulated Financial Institutions (Mainland UAE)

CBUAE expects all licensed financial institutions to implement robust cybersecurity controls including regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.

CBUAE Consumer Protection Guidance and Cybersecurity Framework expect:

  • Documented information security management system (ISO 27001 recommended)
  • Regular vulnerability assessments of all critical systems
  • Penetration testing conducted by qualified external security experts
  • Remediation procedures for identified vulnerabilities
  • Ongoing vulnerability monitoring and management

What CBUAE expects:

  • Annual vulnerability assessments across all business-critical systems
  • Penetration testing (internal, external, application-level)
  • Web application security testing meeting OWASP standards
  • Mobile app security testing (if applicable)
  • Network segmentation validation through penetration testing
  • Vulnerability remediation tracking

For ADGM-Regulated BFSI (Abu Dhabi Global Market)

FSRA integrates cybersecurity into risk-based supervision framework. FSRA expects financial institutions to implement comprehensive security controls including offensive security testing.

 

What FSRA expects:

  • Documented vulnerability management program
  • Regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
  • Application security testing (web, mobile, API)
  • Infrastructure security testing (networks, systems)
  • Remediation tracking and validation
  • Board-level reporting of security testing results

For All Organizations in UAE (Regardless of Regulator)

  • Customers increasingly demand security validation — enterprises ask "Do you conduct penetration testing?" before contracts
  • Investors assess offensive security testing as governance and risk management indicator
  • Insurance companies require penetration testing for cyber liability coverage
  • Competitors may conduct regular VAPT — gain first-mover advantage in your sector
  • Attack sophistication is increasing — real penetration testing (not just vulnerability scanning) proves resilience

Full-Spectrum Offensive Security: Vulnerability Assessment Through Red Teaming

Offensive security testing spans multiple methodologies, each answering different security questions.

Tier 1: Vulnerability Assessment (Foundation)

What it is: Systematic identification of security weaknesses in systems, applications, networks, and infrastructure.

Methods:

  • Automated vulnerability scanning (systems, web applications, networks)
  • Manual vulnerability verification (confirming scan findings)
  • Configuration review and security hardening assessment
  • Dependency and library vulnerability analysis
  • Infrastructure and OS vulnerability enumeration

Deliverables: Comprehensive vulnerability inventory, risk scoring, remediation roadmap

 

Best for: Organizations beginning offensive security programs, compliance validation (DFSA, CBUAE, ADGM requirements), baseline security posture

Tier 2: Penetration Testing (Core Offensive Security)

What it is: Authorized attempts to exploit identified vulnerabilities, proving real-world exploitability and impact.

Web Application Penetration Testing (WAPT)

  • OWASP Top 10 vulnerability testing (injection, broken authentication, XSS, insecure deserialization, etc.)
  • API security testing (REST, GraphQL, SOAP)
  • Business logic vulnerability testing
  • Authentication and authorization bypass attempts
  • Session management and token handling vulnerabilities
  • Advanced web app vulnerabilities (SSRF, XXE, prototype pollution, etc.)

Best for: Organizations with web-based applications, e-commerce platforms, SaaS deployments, mobile app backends

Mobile Application Penetration Testing

  • iOS Security Testing — Jailbreak detection bypass, certificate pinning, local storage vulnerabilities, API interception, binary analysis
  • Android Security Testing — Root detection bypass, manifest analysis, native library vulnerabilities, content provider exploitation, intent-based vulnerabilities
  • Authentication and authorization flaws
  • Data storage insecurity
  • API security vulnerabilities
  • Sensitive data exposure in logs/cache
  • Reverse engineering vulnerability assessment

Best for: Organizations with iOS/Android applications, mobile banking apps, fintech platforms

API & Cloud Penetration Testing

  • RESTful API security testing
  • GraphQL vulnerability assessment
  • Authentication/authorization bypass
  • Rate limiting and brute force testing
  • Cloud infrastructure security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Cloud storage and database exposure
  • IAM policy misconfigurations
  • Serverless function vulnerabilities
  • Container and Kubernetes security assessment

Best for: Organizations with cloud deployments, microservices architectures, API-first platforms

Network & Infrastructure Penetration Testing

  • External Network Testing — Internet-facing vulnerability assessment, external attack surface mapping, perimeter security testing
  • Internal Network Testing — LAN/VLAN security, internal segmentation validation, lateral movement testing, privileged access testing
  • Active Directory and identity system attacks
  • Network service exploitation
  • Wireless network security testing (WiFi penetration)
  • Physical security assessment (if approved)

Best for: Organizations with complex network infrastructure, critical systems, regulatory requirements

AI & Machine Learning Security Testing

  • Model poisoning vulnerability assessment
  • Adversarial input vulnerability testing
  • Data extraction and privacy attacks
  • Model inversion and membership inference testing
  • Prompt injection and jailbreak attempts (for LLM systems)
  • Training data security assessment
  • AI system robustness validation

Best for: Organizations deploying AI systems, machine learning platforms, LLM-based applications

Tier 3: Advanced Offensive Security

Red Team Operations

  • Comprehensive, multi-phase attack simulations spanning months
  • Realistic attacker behavior and tactics (MITRE ATT&CK framework)
  • Objective-based operations (reach C-suite, exfiltrate data, establish persistence)
  • Bypass multiple security layers (perimeter, detection, response)
  • Validate entire security program (technical + operational + people)
  • Advanced evasion techniques
  • Social engineering and physical security components

Best for: Large organizations, critical infrastructure, financial institutions, government, organizations with mature security programs

 

DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing)

  • Runtime application vulnerability testing
  • Black-box application testing without source code
  • Real-world attack scenarios against running applications
  • Automated scanning + manual exploitation
  • Web application focus with API and mobile components
  • Continuous DAST in CI/CD pipelines

Best for: Web applications, APIs, SaaS platforms, continuous security programs

SAST (Static Application Security Testing)

  • Source code vulnerability analysis
  • Code review focused on security vulnerabilities
  • OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities in code
  • CWE/SANS Top 25 weakness identification
  • Secure coding practice validation
  • Library and dependency vulnerability analysis

Best for: Development teams, secure SDLC implementation, pre-deployment security validation

Secure Code Review

  • Manual expert code review by security practitioners
  • Business logic vulnerability assessment
  • Authentication/authorization implementation review
  • Cryptography usage validation
  • Input validation and encoding review
  • Error handling and logging security
  • Secure coding practices verification

Best for: Organizations with custom-built applications, security-sensitive codebases, regulatory requirements

Testing Approaches: Black Box, White Box, Grey Box Penetration Testing

Different testing methodologies answer different security questions. Choose based on your goals and risk tolerance.

Black Box Penetration Testing

  • Scope: No prior knowledge of systems, applications, or architecture
  • Methodology: Attacker perspective (reconnaissance, enumeration, exploitation)
  • Advantages: Realistic attack simulation, unbiased vulnerability discovery, external threat validation
  • Best for: Validating external security posture, perimeter assessment, realistic attacker simulation

White Box Penetration Testing

  • Scope: Complete system/application knowledge, source code access, architecture documentation
  • Methodology: Comprehensive security analysis with full context
  • Advantages: Thorough vulnerability coverage, efficient testing, business logic validation
  • Best for: Internal security validation, pre-deployment security, comprehensive coverage

Grey Box Penetration Testing

  • Scope: Partial knowledge (authenticated user access, limited documentation)
  • Methodology: Hybrid approach combining black-box and white-box techniques
  • Advantages: Balanced perspective, internal threat simulation, efficient vulnerability discovery
  • Best for: Post-authentication security testing, insider threat simulation, employee access validation

Competitive Advantage: CREST-Approved Partners, Advanced Expertise, Strategic Vulnerability Management

Three structural advantages when choosing reconn for offensive security and penetration testing:

CREST-Approved Penetration Testing Partners (Not Commodity Testing)

Most penetration testing firms use junior testers, outdated methodologies, checkbox testing.

Reconn's difference:

  • CREST-approved partners conduct penetration testing meeting international standards
  • Published security researchers — our partners publish research, present at Black Hat and DEFCON
  • Advanced methodologies — not OWASP Top 10 checklists, but real-world attack techniques
  • Real-world exploitation experience — offensive security professionals, not auditors

What this means:

  • Penetration tests discover vulnerabilities competitors miss
  • Testing reflects real attacker behavior and sophistication
  • Remediation guidance is from practitioners, not checklists
  • You understand not just that vulnerabilities exist, but how attackers would exploit them

Integrated Vulnerability Management (Not Just Reports)

Most penetration testing engagements end with a report. Then what?

Reconn's integrated approach:

  • Vulnerability discovery (VAPT, assessments, testing)
  • Impact analysis and risk prioritization
  • Remediation guidance and technical consulting
  • Vulnerability management program design
  • Post-remediation validation and re-testing
  • Continuous vulnerability monitoring support

Why this matters:

  • You don't just identify vulnerabilities; you fix them
  • Risk-based remediation (not everything at once)
  • Strategic vulnerability program, not reactive fixes
  • Demonstrated compliance and audit readiness

Specialized Testing for Your Architecture & Technology

Different organizations require different testing approaches:

  • Web Applications: OWASP Top 10, API security, GraphQL, authentication/authorization, business logic
  • Mobile Apps: iOS/Android-specific vulnerabilities, reverse engineering assessment, mobile API testing
  • Cloud Infrastructure: AWS/Azure/GCP misconfigurations, IAM policy weaknesses, serverless security
  • AI/ML Systems: Model vulnerabilities, adversarial attacks, data extraction risks
  • Critical Infrastructure: Network segmentation, SCADA security, industrial control systems
  • Microservices & APIs: Service-to-service authentication, API gateway security, container security

We don't apply generic testing to your specific architecture—we tailor methodology to your technology stack and risk profile.

Whether You're Regulated, Building AI, or Running Critical Infrastructure: Why Reconn Fits Your Organization

For DFSA/CBUAE-Regulated Financial Organizations

If you're a bank, fintech, or insurance company regulated by DFSA or CBUAE:

 

Your challenge: Regulators expect regular penetration testing by qualified external testers. You need testing that demonstrates genuine security resilience.

 

Why reconn: We understand regulator expectations. CBUAE and DFSA understand CREST-approved testing. Our partnerships and methodology satisfy regulatory expectations. We've tested across UAE financial services sector.

 

What you get:

  • Penetration testing regulators recognize as legitimate security validation
  • Faster regulatory audit cycles with fewer cyber findings
  • Demonstrated compliance with DFSA/CBUAE security expectations
  • Competitive advantage vs. competitors with insufficient testing

For Organizations with Web & Mobile Applications

If you have web applications, mobile apps, or APIs serving customers:

 

Your challenge: Applications are primary attack surface. Web/mobile vulnerabilities directly impact customer data, revenue, and reputation.

 

Why reconn: CREST-approved partners specialize in application security testing (OWASP Top 10, API security, mobile security). We understand development technology stacks and can test custom implementations.

 

What you get:

  • Comprehensive web application security testing
  • iOS/Android security assessment
  • API security testing (REST, GraphQL, SOAP)
  • Real exploitation attempts (not just scanning)
  • Development team remediation guidance

For Organizations Deploying AI/ML Systems

If you're building or deploying AI systems, machine learning models, or LLM applications:

 

Your challenge: AI security is emerging. Standard penetration testing doesn't address AI-specific vulnerabilities (model poisoning, adversarial attacks, prompt injection, etc.).

 

Why reconn: We offer AI security testing as specialized service. Test your AI systems against adversarial attacks, prompt injection, data extraction risks, robustness validation.

 

What you get:

  • AI/ML security assessment (model security, training data protection)
  • Adversarial input testing and robustness validation
  • LLM prompt injection and jailbreak attempts
  • AI system security recommendations

For Critical Infrastructure & Government Organizations

If you operate critical infrastructure, healthcare systems, or government networks:

 

Your challenge: Critical infrastructure requires security validated at highest levels. Multiple layers of defenses need testing. Compliance requirements are strict.

 

Why reconn: We work with critical infrastructure organizations. Red teaming, multi-layer penetration testing, compliance validation. CREST-approved partners understand government security requirements.

 

What you get:

  • Comprehensive infrastructure penetration testing
  • Multi-layer defense validation (perimeter, network, systems, applications)
  • Red team operations for objective-based attack simulation
  • Regulatory compliance validation

Beyond Testing: Building Sustainable Vulnerability Management Programs

One-time penetration tests identify vulnerabilities. Sustainable programs prevent them.

 

reconn's Vulnerability Management Program approach:

Phase 1: Assessment Baseline

  • Comprehensive vulnerability assessment across all assets
  • Risk prioritization (business impact, exploitability, detection evasion)
  • Vulnerability inventory and tracking system setup

Phase 2: Remediation Strategy

  • Risk-based remediation roadmap (critical/high/medium/low)
  • Development team remediation guidance and consulting
  • Timeline and milestone planning

Phase 3: Remediation Execution

  • Development team support and technical consulting
  • Post-remediation validation and re-testing
  • Compliance checkpoint assessments

Phase 4: Continuous Monitoring

  • Ongoing vulnerability monitoring and assessment
  • Quarterly re-testing and trend analysis
  • Security metrics and reporting to leadership

Phase 5: Program Optimization

  • Secure SDLC integration (shift-left security)
  • Automated security testing in CI/CD pipelines
  • Security awareness and developer training

Why reconn for ISO/IEC 42001:2023 Implementation

At reconn, we don’t just talk about AI governance—we practice it.

 

With a foundation in AI security, cybersecurity frameworks, offensive security, and governance, we help organizations operationalize ISO/IEC 42001 efficiently.

What this Means to You:

Trusted Partner for AI Governance

We align your AI program with ISO/IEC 42001, ensuring real operational impact.

Practitioner-Led Implementation

Guided by AI security, governance, and offensive security perspectives to manage risks effectively.

Fully Remote, Globally Accessible 

Receive expert-led, live workshops, documentation support, and readiness checks without geographic barriers.

Fast, Clear Communication

Native English-speaking experts for clear documentation, instructions, and calls.

Aligned with Global Regulations

Stay ahead of AI regulations while enabling your teams to innovate confidently.

Frequently Asked Questions

Regulatory requirements are clear and increasing:

  • DFSA (DIFC): Expects DIFC-authorized firms to conduct regular penetration testing by approved external security testers. Part of operational resilience and cybersecurity framework.
  • CBUAE (Mainland): Expects all licensed financial institutions to implement regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. Documented in cybersecurity framework and consumer protection guidance.
  • ADGM/FSRA: Integrates penetration testing into risk-based supervision framework. Financial institutions must demonstrate security validation through offensive testing.

Industry standard: DFSA/CBUAE expect minimum annual penetration testing. Many organizations conduct quarterly or continuous testing for high-risk systems. Red teaming for comprehensive risk validation.

Vulnerability Assessment: Identifies security weaknesses (what's broken). Automated scanning + manual verification. You get a list of vulnerabilities and risk scores.

Penetration Testing: Proves exploitability (can attackers actually compromise systems?). Authorized attack attempts. You get proof of real-world impact and attack methodology.

Practical difference: Assessment = reconnaissance. Penetration testing = offensive action. Most organizations need both: assessment provides breadth, penetration testing provides depth and proof.

For compliance: DFSA/CBUAE require penetration testing specifically (not just vulnerability scanning). Assessment + penetration testing = comprehensive security validation.

Yes. Our penetration testing partners are CREST-approved, meaning they meet internationally recognized standards for:

  • Competency: Demonstrated penetration testing knowledge, skills, and experience (minimum 5+ years)
  • Methodology: Follow CREST and industry-standard testing methodologies (OWASP, NIST, etc.)
  • Professional Standards: Code of conduct, ethics, confidentiality, responsible disclosure
  • Continuous Learning: Ongoing professional development and certification maintenance

Why this matters: DFSA, CBUAE, and enterprise customers expect CREST-approved testing. CREST approval means you're getting legitimate, professional penetration testing—not checkbox scanning by junior testers.

Competitive advantage: CREST-approved testers are published researchers, Black Hat speakers, DEFCON presenters. They bring cutting-edge offensive security methodology, not outdated techniques.

Complete testing spectrum:

  • Web Application Penetration Testing: OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, API security, business logic flaws, authentication bypass, advanced web app attacks
  • Mobile App Penetration Testing: iOS (jailbreak bypass, certificate pinning, local storage) and Android (root detection, manifest analysis, intent exploitation) specific vulnerabilities
  • API & Cloud Penetration Testing: REST/GraphQL API security, AWS/Azure/GCP misconfigurations, IAM policy weaknesses, serverless function vulnerabilities, container security
  • Network & Infrastructure Testing: External network (perimeter security), internal network (segmentation, lateral movement), Active Directory attacks, wireless security
  • AI/ML Security Testing: Model vulnerabilities, adversarial attacks, prompt injection (for LLMs), training data protection, AI system robustness validation
  • Secure Code Review: Manual expert code review by security practitioners, OWASP Top 10 in code, CWE/SANS Top 25 weakness identification

We customize testing to your specific technology stack and business risk profile. Not generic checklists—targeted methodology for your architecture.

Black Box Testing (External Attacker Simulation): No prior knowledge. We test like an external attacker with no system access. Realistic, unbiased, discovers vulnerabilities you might miss. Best for external-facing applications and perimeter security validation.

White Box Testing (Full Knowledge): Complete system knowledge, source code access, architecture documentation. Comprehensive vulnerability coverage, efficient testing, validates business logic. Best for pre-deployment validation and internal security assessments.

Grey Box Testing (Insider Threat Simulation): Partial knowledge (authenticated user access). Hybrid approach combining black-box and white-box techniques. Balanced perspective, insider threat validation. Best for post-authentication security testing.

Which to choose: Most organizations benefit from combination. External systems → black box. Internal systems → white box. Development pre-deployment → white box. Comprehensive program → all three.

DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing): Runtime testing of running applications. Black-box, no source code access. Automated scanning + manual exploitation. Finds vulnerabilities discoverable from running app (injection, authentication flaws, business logic). Best for web apps, APIs, continuous testing in CI/CD.

SAST (Static Application Security Testing): Source code analysis without running application. White-box, requires code access. Finds code-level vulnerabilities (buffer overflow, hardcoded secrets, insecure crypto). Best for development teams, pre-deployment security validation.

Red Teaming: Comprehensive multi-phase attack simulation. Objective-based (reach CEO, exfiltrate data, establish persistence). Realistic attacker behavior over weeks/months. Validates entire security program (technical + operational + people). Best for large organizations, critical infrastructure, mature security programs.

Strategic use: DAST/SAST = vulnerability discovery. Red teaming = comprehensive resilience validation. Most organizations use DAST + SAST + periodic penetration testing + occasional red teaming.

Yes. AI security testing is a specialized service. We assess vulnerabilities specific to machine learning and AI systems:

  • Model Vulnerabilities: Model poisoning, backdoor attacks, data extraction, membership inference
  • Adversarial Attacks: Adversarial input testing, robustness validation, evasion techniques
  • LLM-Specific Testing: Prompt injection attacks, jailbreak attempts, data exfiltration via prompts, model hallucination exploitation
  • Training Data Security: Training data protection, privacy attack prevention, data leakage assessment
  • API & Integration Security: Model API security, authentication/authorization, data protection in transit

Why this matters: Standard penetration testing doesn't address AI-specific vulnerabilities. AI systems have unique attack surfaces and risks. Specialized testing = comprehensive AI security validation.

Timeline varies by scope:

  • Vulnerability Assessment: 2-4 weeks (scanning + manual verification)
  • Application Penetration Test: 3-6 weeks (OWASP Top 10, APIs, business logic)
  • Network Penetration Test: 4-8 weeks (internal + external, lateral movement)
  • Red Team Operation: 3-6 months (ongoing, objective-based, multi-phase)

System Disruption: We coordinate with you on testing windows and scope to minimize disruption. "Safe testing" (discovery without major exploitation) minimizes risk. "Destructive testing" (actual exploitation) is rare and pre-approved by your team.

Scheduling: We work within your maintenance windows and can compress timeline if necessary (accelerated testing, weekend/off-hour testing).

Immediate disclosure (Responsible Disclosure): Critical vulnerabilities are disclosed immediately (within 24 hours) with remediation urgency. Not buried in final report—you get notification ASAP.

Remediation support: We provide detailed remediation guidance with technical detail. Not just "fix this vulnerability" but "here's how attackers exploit it and here's how to fix it."

Remediation timeline: We establish realistic remediation timeline with your team. Critical vulnerabilities → 24-48 hour fix window. High → 1-2 weeks. Medium/Low → prioritized in your vulnerability management program.

Re-testing: After remediation, we conduct re-testing to confirm vulnerability is actually fixed. Not just "you said you fixed it" but "we verified you fixed it."

Compliance: We document everything for audit/regulatory purposes. DFSA/CBUAE auditors will ask about remediation. We provide evidence of fix validation.

Absolutely. Cloud migrations introduce new vulnerabilities and attack surfaces:

  • IAM Misconfigurations: Overpermissive roles, unused access, cross-account access risks
  • Storage Exposure: Public S3 buckets, exposed Azure blob storage, unencrypted data
  • Network Misconfiguration: Security group misconfiguration, missing network segmentation, overpermissive firewall rules
  • Lateral Movement: Cloud-specific lateral movement (instance metadata exploitation, credential chaining)
  • Serverless Vulnerabilities: Lambda/Function misconfiguration, environment variable exposure, API Gateway security
  • Container Security: Docker image vulnerabilities, Kubernetes RBAC misconfiguration, container escape attempts

We specialize in cloud penetration testing: AWS, Azure, GCP specific vulnerabilities. Not generic testing—cloud-specific methodology.

Three key differences:

  1. CREST-Approved Partners: Not commodity testing. Our partners are published security researchers, Black Hat speakers, DEFCON presenters. You get cutting-edge offensive security methodology, not checkbox testing.
  2. Integrated Vulnerability Management: We don't just report vulnerabilities and disappear. We provide remediation guidance, help your team fix issues, conduct re-testing, design your vulnerability management program. You actually get vulnerabilities fixed.
  3. Specialized Testing for Your Architecture: Cloud-specific testing, AI security testing, mobile app security, API testing. Not generic testing—methodology tailored to your technology stack.

Regulatory credibility: DFSA/CBUAE recognize CREST-approved testing. Your auditors will be satisfied with the rigor and professionalism.

Pricing varies by scope. We don't have fixed packages because every organization's security posture is different:

  • Vulnerability Assessment: AED 25K-75K (scanning + manual verification)
  • Single Application Penetration Test: AED 50K-150K (web app, API, mobile app)
  • Network Penetration Test: AED 75K-200K+ (internal, external, infrastructure)
  • Red Team Operation: AED 150K-500K+ (3-6 months, comprehensive)

Factors affecting pricing: Number of systems/applications, testing scope (black box vs. white box), timeline (compressed vs. standard), remediation support and re-testing.

How we work: Initial consultation to understand your assets and risk profile. Then we provide custom proposal with scope, timeline, and investment estimate. No surprises.

Contact for custom proposal: WhatsApp +971-585-726-270 | Email hello@reconn.io