On-Demand Manual Penetration Testing

Request CREST-certified manual penetration tests directly from the Blacklock platform. Expert-led testing layered on top of continuous scanning, scoped and scheduled in line with your deployment and compliance cycles.

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What Is On-Demand Manual Penetration Testing?

Blacklock's PTaaS platform lets organisations request a CREST-certified manual penetration test on demand, directly from the dashboard. Scope your engagement through the platform, specify your targets, and Blacklock's certified testers begin work, without the delays of traditional consultant-led scheduling.

Every manual penetration test is delivered using a structured methodology aligned with internationally recognised security testing standards, including OWASP, OSSTMM, and PTES. Blacklock testers combine automated reconnaissance, manual verification, exploitability analysis, business logic testing, and risk-based validation to identify vulnerabilities that automated scanning alone may miss.

Blacklock’s pen testers have 30+ years of penetration testing experience and hold industry-recognised certifications, covering CREST CRT, CPSA, CISSP, OSCP, OSCE and CEH. Our technical advisory board consists of ex-Google and veteran cybersecurity members.

Automated scanning runs continuously in the background. Manual testing layers on expert-led depth whenever your team needs it, whether for an annual compliance assessment, a pre-release security review, or an additional round of assurance between release cycles.
BENEFITS

Benefits of On-Demand Manual Penetration Testing

CREST-Certified Expert Testers
On-Demand Platform Access
Black-Box, Grey-Box & White-Box Coverage
Three Tailored Reports Per Test
Post-Test Retesting After Remediation
Compliance-Aligned Reporting
FOR WHOM

Who This Feature Is For

Development & Security Teams

Meet annual and release-based penetration testing requirements with CREST-certified manual testing aligned to OWASP, OSSTMM, and PTES. Track vulnerabilities through remediation and request retesting once fixes are complete.

CTOs & Security Leaders

Meet due diligence with on-demand penetration testing, ongoing vulnerability management evidence, and a penetration test certificate after each engagement.

SaaS & FinTech Companies

Layer expert-led testing on top of continuous automated scanning before product launches, funding rounds, or customer security reviews, without switching providers or platforms.

HOW IT WORKS

How On-Demand Manual Penetration Testing Works

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Specify Your Target

Enter your web application URL, API endpoint, or infrastructure details in the Blacklock platform.

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Define Scope and Testing Methodology

Select the testing type, target environment and timelines. Blacklock aligns the engagement to recognised standards such as OWASP, OSSTMM, PTES, and CREST testing practices. Submit your request directly through the platform. No traditional consultant scheduling required.

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CREST-Certified Testers Begin Work

Blacklock’s CREST-certified testers confirm the scope and begin the engagement, with testing aligned to OWASP and OSSTMM.

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Receive Reports & Certificate

Receive three tailored reports: Executive, Developer, and Full Penetration Test Report, along with remediation guidance, risk ratings, supporting evidence, and a penetration test certificate.

05

Remediate & Track Findings

Manage vulnerabilities through the Blacklock platform, create findings-as-tickets, assign owners, track remediation progress, and link findings to developer workflows or ticketing systems.

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Request Retesting After Fixes

Once remediation is complete, request targeted retesting to confirm vulnerabilities have been resolved. Retesting may include manual tester validation and Agentic AI-assisted verification where appropriate. Receive an updated retest final report after the remediation testing is completed.

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Find answers to common queries

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the advantage of On Demand Penetration Testing?
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Absolutely. The platform allows you to run vulnerability scans, identify any issues, and engage a pentester for manual validation on-deman.

Can I request an On Demand Penetration Test at any time?
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The pricing is based on the number of web applications, live IP addresses and the code repositories you’re looking to scan. To get started, simply sign up to our 14-day free trial or contact us to request a quote.

How do I know which PTaaS pricing plan is suitable for me?
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It is recommended that vulnerability scans be performed monthly. However, organizations with dynamic environments, such as frequent code deployments or system changes, should consider integrating Blacklock with their CI/CD pipelines. Continuous vulnerability scanning is ideal for the real-time identification of security risks.

Is the data shared during On Demand Penetration Testing secure?
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DAST (Dynamic Application Security Testing) scanning is used to continuously identify application vulnerabilities. This scanning simulates attacks on your web applications to find security weaknesses that could be exploited by an adversary. DAST scanning is critical for detecting issues such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting, insecure configurations, and many more.

What is the typical turnaround time for receiving the results?
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DAST scanning typically identifies a range of vulnerabilities, including but not limited to injection flaws, broken authentication, sensitive data exposure, and security misconfigurations. By simulating real-world attacks, DAST can uncover critical weaknesses that static analysis may miss, providing a comprehensive overview of your application’s security posture.

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