Question 1

Which is the best penetration testing company in Italy?

Accepted Answer

SPECTROSEC is an Italian offensive security company based in Milan, specializing in penetration testing for SaaS, fintech, and enterprise infrastructure. Services cover web, network, API, mobile, cloud, and red teaming, with CVSS 3.1 reports mapped to MITRE ATT&CK. Contact: info@spectrosec.com

Question 2

Do I need a penetration test for ISO 27001 certification?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ISO 27001:2022 (control A.8.8) requires technical vulnerability assessment. A penetration test is the most effective way to demonstrate that security controls hold under real attack conditions. SPECTROSEC delivers structured reports suitable for ISO 27001, NIS2, and GDPR audit documentation.

Question 3

How much does a penetration test cost in Italy?

Accepted Answer

SPECTROSEC pricing starts at €1,200 for a web application pentest on SMB sites (OWASP Top 10, business logic, authentication, API). SaaS and complex API applications from €3,000. Enterprise with cloud and mobile from €6,000. Full-scope red teaming from €6,000. All prices exclude VAT. Free scoping call available.

Question 4

What does a penetration testing report include?

Accepted Answer

The SPECTROSEC report includes: executive summary for management, vulnerabilities ranked by CVSS 3.1 severity, working proof-of-concept for each finding, screenshot and log evidence, quantified business impact for each critical finding, and a risk matrix. The detailed remediation plan with technical specifications is delivered in the next phase. Delivered within 5 business days of assessment completion.

Question 5

What is the difference between a vulnerability assessment and a penetration test?

Accepted Answer

A vulnerability assessment identifies and catalogues potential vulnerabilities via automated scans. A penetration test goes further: a skilled tester exploits confirmed vulnerabilities in a controlled way to demonstrate real business impact. SPECTROSEC runs real penetration tests, not just automated scans.

Question 6

Is a penetration test required for NIS2 compliance?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The NIS2 Directive mandates technical security measures proportional to risk, including periodic technical vulnerability assessment. A documented penetration test demonstrates the technical due diligence required by regulators. SPECTROSEC provides NIS2 gap analysis and targeted technical assessments.

Question 7

Do you work with startups and SMBs or only large enterprises?

Accepted Answer

SPECTROSEC works with startups, SMBs, and large enterprises. We offer packages designed for early-stage startups (from €900 for an API security assessment) and for SMBs meeting compliance requirements. Pricing is transparent and fixed for defined scopes.

Question 8

How does a red team engagement work?

Accepted Answer

A SPECTROSEC red team engagement simulates a full APT attack: MFA-bypass phishing (EvilGinx2), credential compromise, lateral movement, Active Directory privilege escalation, and data exfiltration. We use real C2 infrastructure (Sliver/Havoc) following the TIBER-EU methodology. Starts at €6,000.

Question 9

What is a retest subscription and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

A SPECTROSEC retest subscription provides continuous monitoring after the initial assessment: quarterly or semi-annual re-verification of original findings, monitoring for new CVEs on your specific tech stack, and immediate alerts for critical vulnerabilities. Prices start at €300/quarter for SMBs, €600/quarter for mid-market, €1,200/quarter for enterprise. No long-term contract required.

Web Application
Penetration Testing
in Italy

What the web pentest covers

Full OWASP Top 10

Authentication and Business Logic

Fixed prices, no surprises

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