Amplifying the effectiveness of security assessments

Evangelos Deirmentzoglou
Chaintroopers
Published in
2 min readMay 8, 2023

A security assessment is commonly perceived as either a dynamic testing of the application through penetration testing or a static review of the source code to uncover vulnerabilities. It is rarely seen as a combination of both approaches.

Penetration testing, a dynamic approach, involves injecting various inputs into the system to identify unprovisioned behavior. On the other hand, security code review is a static approach that allows for a comprehensive understanding of the code, as if you are reading a book. Both approaches are valuable and necessary to ensure the effectiveness of a security assessment.

To put it in perspective, think of code review as the book and penetration testing as its movie adaptation. While consuming either one provides the essence, it’s important to note how often the movie and the book differ significantly.

At Chaintroopers, we recognize the significance of both dynamic and static approaches. Our auditors possess expertise in both penetration testing and code review, allowing us to deliver a comprehensive and integrated approach to security assessments.

By leveraging the versatility of our auditors in both dynamic and static activities, we strive to maximize the value we provide. This expertise enables us to thoroughly assess applications from multiple angles, ensuring a thorough and effective security assessment.

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