What are the main tasks and goals of penetration testing?

Penetration testing aims to identify vulnerabilities in the security system by simulating attacks by malicious actors. The main objectives are:

• To identify weak points in infrastructure, applications, and networks.
• To verify the effectiveness of existing security measures.
• To prevent potential real attacks by detecting vulnerabilities in advance.
• To assess the level of risk and potential damage from exploiting vulnerabilities.
• To provide recommendations for fixing identified issues.

The goal is to enhance system security, minimize risks, and protect the organization's data and resources.