👉 Penetration engineering, also known as ethical hacking or white-hat cybersecurity, is the practice of identifying, exploiting, and mitigating vulnerabilities in computer systems, networks, or applications to improve their security posture. It involves a systematic approach where security professionals use the same techniques that malicious hackers employ but with authorization to test and strengthen defenses. This process includes reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation, privilege escalation, and post-exploitation phases, all aimed at uncovering weaknesses before they can be exploited by unauthorized users. Penetration engineers aim to simulate real-world attacks to help organizations proactively address security gaps, ensuring that their systems are robust against potential threats.
