Internal penetration tests — on-site or remote with PenPi

Internal penetration tests with PenPi

binsec GmbH performs internal penetration tests both on-site and remotely. For remote engagements, the team uses the PenPi (Pentesting Physical Interface) — a compact, preconfigured device securely integrated into the client’s network. This approach combines the accuracy of on-site testing with the efficiency and safety of remote execution.

Benefits of PenPi-based remote testing:

• No travel or overnight accommodation costs — reduces expenses and logistics for both sides.
• No physical access by external contractors — avoids administrative hurdles and potential security or compliance concerns related to external personnel on sensitive premises.
• Familiar work environment for the testers — PenPi provides all standard tools and configurations, ensuring a standardized and reproducible testing environment.
• Capture network traffic outside business hours — traffic can be recorded, e.g., early in the morning or late at night, without testers being physically present.
• Secure connectivity — the PenPi establishes an encrypted VPN tunnel from the client’s internal network to binsec’s datacenter.
• Parallel deployment — multiple PenPi devices can be deployed across different network segments or locations to realistically reflect complex environments.
• Use for covert, longer-term operations — after initially authorized physical access, a PenPi can be used for persistent or covert testing as part of Red-Team engagements.
• Fast deployment and lower organizational effort — installation, execution, and reporting are efficient and transparent.