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AWS Penetration Testing

We will check the security of cloud solutions - order a pentest of Amazon Web Services to protect critical resources.
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    attacks repelled
≈15 vulnerabilities
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Professional cybersecurity assessment
AWS penetration testing service

A penetration test of Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a controlled simulation of hacker attacks on cloud infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities in configurations, access controls, and services.
During the test, specialists check whether a cybercriminal could discover and exploit weaknesses in AWS.

  • Testing access and authentication
    We check login mechanisms, authorization, and IAM policies to identify excessive privileges and weaknesses in access control.
  • Analyzing AWS configurations and services
    We examine S3, EC2, RDS, Lambda, and other components for configuration errors and resilience against common attacks.
  • Providing a report with recommendations
    We prepare a detailed report with prioritized risks and specific recommendations for eliminating vulnerabilities.
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Features of AWS penetration testing

AWS pentesting differs from classical testing because it analyzes cloud infrastructure rather than physical servers. Services like S3, EC2, RDS, Lambda, and others have their own specifics. We take them into account during testing.

In addition to configurations, we check user access and management (IAM), data security, interactions between components and APIs, and protection against attacks. Testing is conducted in a dynamic environment with scaling and multi-user access.

  • Dependence on the shared responsibility model. AWS ensures the security of the cloud itself, while we test the protection of your data and configurations.
  • Focus on configuration and access errors. These are the most common causes of data breaches in cloud environments.
  • Compliance with AWS testing rules. We work within permitted boundaries and avoid stress testing.
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Advantages of AWS penetration testing
Benefits for your security
Advantages of AWS penetration testing

Thanks to penetration testing in AWS, you will gain a full assessment of your infrastructure’s security: from checking configurations and access controls to analyzing resilience against insider and external attacks.

Identifying hidden risks not only reduces the likelihood of data breaches but also strengthens the trust of your clients and partners.

What AWS pentesting provides:

  1. A clear picture of risks. Our report reflects the state of your cybersecurity and includes recommendations for eliminating threats.

  2. Practical recommendations. For each discovered vulnerability, we provide specific steps for remediation.

  3. Free retest. After eliminating the identified threats, we will retest your protection if needed.

  4. An argument for audits. The report can be used as confirmation that the company conducts independent security assessments.

  5. Demonstration of reliability. AWS infrastructure pentesting confirms your serious commitment to cybersecurity.
Penetration test results
AWS penetration testing report
The final report contains key information that helps improve the level of cybersecurity. It includes a list of identified vulnerabilities with their severity indicated and provides practical recommendations for addressing each of them.
Penetration test report
We provide a sample of our reporting for your review.
Effective testing methodology
Our approach to AWS penetration testing

Before starting the work, we coordinate the permitted testing scope with Amazon Web Services to ensure accuracy and safety of the assessment. All actions are carried out in compliance with AWS rules to avoid impacting the operation of production services.

To identify potential vulnerabilities, we combine automated scanning with in-depth manual analysis. Depending on the level of access provided, we apply different strategies: Black-box, Grey-box, or White-box.

Black-box
Black-box

A test without access to internal data. The format is as close as possible to a real attacker’s approach.

Gray-box
Grey-box
Pentesters receive a limited amount of information. This allows them to identify more potential risks.
White-box
White-box

Testers have full access to data and accounts for the most in-depth analysis.

Technical basis of AWS penetration test
Methodologies and tools
For penetration testing in AWS, we use the best international methodologies and cybersecurity tools to ensure high-quality and safe assessment of cloud infrastructure.
A set of standards for identifying critical vulnerabilities
A set of standards for identifying critical vulnerabilities
A methodology describing the stages and approaches of conducting a pentest
A methodology describing the stages and approaches of conducting a pentest
A framework for managing IT processes and ensuring compliance with requirements
A framework for managing IT processes and ensuring compliance with requirements
Methods for collecting and analyzing open-source data to identify threats
Methods for collecting and analyzing open-source data to identify threats
A vulnerability scanner for automated detection of weaknesses
A vulnerability scanner for automated detection of weaknesses
A tool for discovering active hosts, open ports, and services
A tool for discovering active hosts, open ports, and services
A powerful tool for both automated and manual testing
A powerful tool for both automated and manual testing
National standards for cybersecurity evaluation and vulnerability assessment
National standards for cybersecurity evaluation and vulnerability assessment
A standard describing the methodology for objective cybersecurity assessment
A standard describing the methodology for objective cybersecurity assessment
Independent evaluation of our services
Client reviews
The best proof of the quality and effectiveness of Datami’s services is the feedback from our clients. On the Clutch platform, you will find objective impressions from companies that have already ordered penetration testing. We value the trust and high appreciation of our work!
Threats detected by penetration testing
Most common AWS vulnerabilities
01.
Publicly accessible resources
Incorrect network rules or permissions make storage services or databases accessible from the internet. As a result, confidential information may fall into the hands of attackers.
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02.
Incorrect access configurations
Excessive privileges for users, roles, or services often create a risk that hackers may gain access to critical resources or modify the infrastructure configuration.
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03.
Weak network policies
Open ports, lack of VPC segmentation, and access to servers or services from any IP address make it easier for attackers to scan and exploit vulnerabilities.
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04.
Insufficient monitoring and logging
Without CloudTrail, CloudWatch, and GuardDuty, it is difficult to detect suspicious activity or incidents in a timely manner. This complicates investigations and the response to attacks.
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05.
Lack of or improper data encryption
Without TLS, data in transit can be intercepted, and without AWS KMS encryption at rest, snapshots or backups can be read without authorization.
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06.
Vulnerabilities in web applications, APIs, and integrations
The presence of SQL injections, XSS, or other flaws in applications and APIs, as well as weak protection of integrations between services, can become an entry point and compromise the entire infrastructure.
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Additional services by Datami
01.External penetration testing
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03.Network penetration testing
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04.Mobile application pentest
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05.Infrastructure pentest
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06.Web application pentest
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07.Cloud penetration testing
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08.Blockchain pentest
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10.Penetration testing in GCP
11.Penetration testing in Azure
12.Objective-oriented penetration test
13.CheckBox penetration testing
14.Advanced penetration testing
15.Wireless network (Wi-Fi) pentest
16.White-box penetration test
17.Black-box penetration test
18.Gray-box penetration test
Frequently asked questions

Separate approval from AWS is not required if the testing is conducted within your own account and uses permitted techniques. However, there are certain restrictions, for example, DoS/DDoS attacks and deliberate overloading of services are prohibited.

Penetration testing is beneficial for any business that works with AWS, regardless of its size.

Yes, it is safe. The work is carried out within agreed boundaries, critical systems are protected, and all actions are controlled. The team of certified Datami experts never makes any changes without your permission. In addition, we sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to guarantee complete confidentiality.

No. The testing is conducted in a controlled mode. We carefully coordinate all actions to ensure they do not affect the operation of cloud services.

It is recommended at least once a year or after significant changes in the infrastructure or applications.

The standard duration is 5–10 business days. The exact timeframe will be determined after project assessment.

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