When a penetration test identifies a vulnerability, how should the vulnerability be further verified?

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When a penetration test identifies a vulnerability, how should the vulnerability be further verified?

  • determine if the vulnerability is exploitable
  • prioritize the vulnerability severity
  • assess the business risk associated with the vulnerability
  • mitigate the vulnerability

Explanation: If a detected vulnerability can be exploited, it is verified as valid. The vulnerability should then be prioritized, mitigated, and risk assessed.

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