News & Specialist Articles
We regularly publish news and specialist articles with insights into Pentest Factory and general developments in the field of penetration testing and cyber security.
Securing Active Directory: Attack Vectors, Hardening & Penetration Testing 2026
How Attackers Become Domain Administrators in Active Directory—and How to Prevent It. An Overview of Attack Vectors, BSI-Compliant Hardening, and the AD Penetration Test.
Our new Pentest Configurator 2.0 is live
Over the past few weeks, Pentest Factory GmbH has developed a new configurator for creating a penetration test quote, which is now available on our website. User-friendliness and transparency were our top priorities during development. Our online configurator allows you to flexibly and individually customize your penetration test. The individual tests can be filtered by category, and you can select one or more tests. You’ll immediately receive a cost overview and a non-binding quote as a PDF via email.
In 4 Steps: Choosing the Right Penetration Test for Your Company
Find out which penetration test is right for your company: ISO 27001, TISAX, web applications, APIs, AI services, or assume-breach scenarios. A clear explanation of black-box, gray-box, and white-box penetration tests, along with tips for choosing a professional penetration testing provider with transparent pricing.
Expansion of the Executive Board
Mr. Laurent Vetter has served as CEO of Pentest Factory GmbH since February 24, 2026.
Mr. Vetter has been with Pentest Factory for nearly seven years and previously served as the service owner for the pentesting division. Going forward, he will focus on strategic business matters to advance our corporate strategy and integrate new areas of focus. For the time being, however, Mr. Vetter will continue to provide support in operations, complete existing projects, and actively assist with penetration testing.