Stakeholders
In the context of penetration testing, stakeholders refer to individuals or groups who have a vested interest in or are affected by the results and outcomes of the penetration test. They are typically individuals or entities within an organization that commission or are involved in the testing process, as well as those who may be responsible for implementing the recommended security measures.
Here are some examples of stakeholders in penetration testing:
- Clients/organizations: The client or organization requesting the penetration test is a primary stakeholder. They are interested in identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities within their systems, networks, or applications. They may include executives, management, or security teams within the organization.
- IT/security team: The internal IT or security team of the organization being tested is also a significant stakeholder. They are responsible for implementing security controls, addressing vulnerabilities...
