Question: Do you know of a cost-effective alternative to traditional manual network penetration testing that provides detailed reports and real-time tracking?

If you're looking for a low-cost alternative to traditional manual network penetration testing, Vonahi Security is worth a look. Its SaaS-based vPenTest automates network penetration tests, monitoring results in real-time and generating detailed reports. It's geared toward compliance needs in PCI, HIPAA and SOC2, and comes with certified consultants, so it's a good option for MSPs and internal IT teams.

Another good option is Beagle Security, which uses AI to perform web application and API penetration testing. It includes DAST, API security testing and compliance reporting. You can schedule tests or run them on demand, making it a good option for staging and production environments, with detailed reports that offer remediation advice based on the application's technology stack.

If you want something more all-purpose, check out Tenable. The company's platform includes vulnerability management, cloud security and OT security tools. It offers real-time vulnerability assessment, attack path analysis and support for multi-cloud environments. Tenable's platform helps organizations understand, prioritize and remediate cyber risk across their attack surface, so they can proactively manage cyber risk.

Last, AttackIQ offers a breach and attack simulation platform based on the MITRE ATT&CK framework. It automates control validation and simulates real-world attacks, helping security operations teams work more efficiently. With options for co-managed services, on-demand consulting and detailed reports, AttackIQ can help reduce breach costs and streamline remediation.