Orchestrating Cyber Elegance: The Artistic Evolution of Automated Penetration Testing

Authors:

Dr. Manisha Bharati¹, Kirti Khollam²

Department of Technology, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, India

Corresponding Author:

Dr. Manisha Bharati

Department of Technology,

Savitribai Phule Pune University,

Pune, India - 411007

ABSTRACT

As organizations, corporations, and political entities increasingly rely on information technology, their exposure to cyberattacks grows. Penetration testing (PT) has become essential for evaluating and enhancing their security against these threats. This article examines automated penetration testing, discussing its evolution, effectiveness, and benefits over traditional manual methods. It thoroughly reviews the main tools used in automated penetration testing and compares them with manual techniques. Additionally, the study explores various methods for developing automated penetration testing platforms, emphasizing their advantages and disadvantages. By integrating information from multiple sources, this research aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how automated penetration testing can significantly improve cybersecurity measures.

Keywords:

Penetration test Automation Exploitation Cyber-Attack Ethical hacker