// Security Testing & Assurance

Know your exposure
before attackers do.

HackLabs delivers comprehensive security testing across applications, networks, and physical environments. CREST-accredited. Senior-only testers. Actionable outcomes.

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// The Case for Testing

Security testing done right.

Organisations face an ever-expanding threat landscape. Understanding your real exposure requires more than automated scanning — it demands skilled practitioners who think like attackers. HackLabs has been conducting authorised security testing for over 20 years, delivering findings that drive genuine security improvement across Australia's most complex environments.

// Certified Expertise

CREST-accredited across every discipline

Our testers hold CREST, OSCP, GPEN, and other leading certifications. Methodology is independently audited and aligned to PTES, OWASP, and NIST.

// Actionable Findings

Reports built for remediation, not filing

Every engagement delivers risk-rated findings with clear remediation steps, executive summaries, and post-test support — so vulnerabilities get fixed.

// No False Positives

Manual verification on every finding

We don't dump scanner output. Every finding is manually validated by senior consultants before it appears in your report.

// What We Cover
  • Web and mobile application penetration testing
  • External and internal network penetration testing
  • API security testing
  • Wireless network assessments
  • Social engineering and phishing campaigns
  • Physical security assessments
  • Adversary simulation (Red Team / Purple Team)
  • Cloud security configuration reviews
  • IRAP and ASD Essential Eight assessments
  • Vulnerability assessments and security posture reviews
// Capabilities

Our security testing services

Penetration Testing

Authorised hacking across web, API, mobile, network, and cloud environments. Uncover exploitable vulnerabilities before threat actors do.

Adversary Simulation

Full-scale red team operations and purple team exercises simulating advanced persistent threats against your complete security posture.

Social Engineering

Phishing campaigns, vishing, pretexting, and physical pretexting to test your people and processes alongside your technology.

Physical Security

On-site assessments testing physical access controls, tailgating resistance, and the security of sensitive areas and assets.

Cloud Security Testing

Configuration reviews and attack simulation against AWS, Azure, and GCP environments to surface misconfigurations and privilege escalation paths.

Vulnerability Assessments

Cost-effective, high-coverage scanning and analysis across your external and internal attack surface with prioritised remediation guidance.

// Methodology

Our testing process

01

Scoping

We define the engagement boundaries, objectives, and rules of engagement. Clear scope means focused testing and accurate results.

02

Testing

Senior consultants conduct both automated and manual testing, replicating real-world attack techniques against your environment.

03

Reporting

Detailed technical findings with risk ratings, proof-of-concept evidence, and clear remediation guidance for both technical and executive audiences.

04

Remediation Support

We stay engaged beyond the report. Our team answers remediation questions and offers a complimentary re-test on critical findings.

// Why HackLabs
CREST
Accredited

CREST-certified testers across all disciplines. Independently audited methodology you can trust.

500+
Pen Tests Delivered

Extensive track record across enterprise, government, and critical infrastructure sectors.

20+
Years Established

Founded by Chris Gatford — over two decades of offensive security experience at your service.

100%
Senior Testers

No graduates on client engagements. Every test is run by experienced, certified professionals.

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