Penetration testing done right

Penetration Testing as a Service from Bugcrowd helps you leave old limits behind to meet compliance goals and reduce risk.

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Penetration testing that actually reduces risk

Status-quo penetration testing (“pen test”) solutions are inflexible, take months to complete, and do nothing to reduce risk. The Bugcrowd Platform‘s modern, highly configurable pen testing as a service (PTaaS) suite delivers fast, high-impact results for both compliance and risk reduction. Launch pen tests against any target in days and accelerate remediation. Strengthen security posture by combining your pen tests with other solutions, like Bug Bounty, as part of a layered strategy for maximum risk reduction.

More speed & scale

Launch in days, not weeks or months, with trusted, expert pentesters selected from a Crowd of thousands. Easily repeat tests at scale and organize and manage them all through the Bugcrowd Platform.

More impact

Meet compliance goals (PCI, NIST, ISO 27001) and surpass them by incentivizing pentesters for results. CrowdMatch^TM technology in the Bugcrowd Platform activates trusted, qualified pentesters for your team.

More configurability

Choose from a variety of packages (Basic, Standard, Plus, and Max) and durations to fit your needs, whatever your target (web app, network, API, mobile app, IoT device, cloud infra).

More transparecy

View timelines, prioritized findings, analytics, and methodology checklist progress in real time in the Bugcrowd Platform’s rich Penetration Test Dashboard.

A pen test for everyone

BASIC

For basic assurance

External Web Apps and External Networks

Includes:

Automated vulnerability assessment for PCI 6.6
Basic report

NEW

STANDARD

For standard pen tests

External Web Apps and External Networks

Includes:

Standard report
Expert, trusted pentesters (CrowdMatch)
Real-time Pen Test Dashboard
Integration with SDLC

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Choose your target type and size

Small

Web App

Up to 2 auth user roles
Tests up to 10 pieces of distinct functionality

(e.g., make a payment, upload a file, etc.)

Network

Tests up to 50 active IPs

Starts at $4,200

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Medium

Web App

Up to 2 auth user roles
Tests up to 20 pieces of distinct functionality

(e.g., make a payment, upload a file, etc.)

Network

Tests up to 100 active IPs

Starts at $7,000

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Large

Web App

Up to 5 auth user roles
Tests up to 30 pieces of distinct functionality

(e.g., make a payment, upload a file, etc.)

Network

Tests up to 256 active IPs

Starts at $14,000

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PLUS

For pen tests with special requirements

Web Apps, Networks, Mobile Apps, APIs, Cloud Services, IoT

Everything in Standard +

Customized report
Expert, trusted pentesters (CrowdMatch)
Real-time Pen Test Dashboard
Integration with SDLC
Support for special pentester requirements: Geolocation restrictions, special skill sets, etc.

MAX

For maximum risk management

Web Apps, Networks, Mobile Apps, APIs, Cloud Services, IoT

Everything in Plus +

Choice of continuous or time-boxed testing
Methodology-driven pen testing combined with incentivized bug bounty

Choose your target type and size

Small

Web App

Up to 2 auth user roles
Tests up to 10 pieces of distinct functionality

(e.g., make a payment, upload a file, etc.)

Network

Tests up to 50 active IPs

Starts at $4,200

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Medium

Web App

Up to 2 auth user roles
Tests up to 20 pieces of distinct functionality

(e.g., make a payment, upload a file, etc.)

Network

Tests up to 100 active IPs

Starts at $7,000

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Large

Web App

Up to 5 auth user roles
Tests up to 30 pieces of distinct functionality

(e.g., make a payment, upload a file, etc.)

Network

Tests up to 256 active IPs

Starts at $14,000

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Penetration Test Dashboard

See results as they happen

Never be in the dark about your pen test results again. You can view prioritized findings, action items, analytics, and pentester progress 24/7 through the methodology checklist in a rich dashboard designed specifically for pen testing workflows. When ready, your final report (see sample) is available for download from the same dashboard. Similar experiences for your other Bugcrowd solutions are just clicks away.

Curated Pentester Teams

The testers you deserve

Other pen test providers take a cookie-cutter approach to pen testing regardless of your specific assets, environment, or needs–virtually guaranteeing low-impact results. Instead, our platform’s CrowdMatch^TM technology curates qualified, engaged teams for your precise requirements (and rotates testers whenever needed), bringing high-quality results that have earned us CREST accreditation for pen testing.

Gamified Testing

Reduce risk faster

Sometimes, the “pay for effort” approach won’t deliver the results you want, particularly when risk reduction is the main goal. So, in addition to flat-rate pen test solutions, we offer a “pay for impact” incentivized testing model in which elite pentesters are rewarded based on results, with hundreds of eyes on your targets. For many customers, this approach provides maximum risk reduction.

Analytics and Reports

Insights for continuous improvement

The Bugcrowd Security Knowledge Platform™ includes a rich security knowledge graph containing millions of data points about vulnerabilities, assets, environments, and skill sets developed over a decade of building customer solutions. This data enables dynamic, contextual workflows, ML-powered tools like CrowdMatch™, and rich analytics, reports, and recommendations to help you continuously monitor KPIs and improve your security posture.

Pen Test Products

Optimized for today’s most demanding cybersecurity requirements

Bugcrowd Penetration Testing as a Service gives me, my team, and our clients complete peace of mind that Beebole is up and running securely. Bugcrowd has been nothing but fast, efficient, and meticulous.

Yves Hiernaux, CEO and Co-Founder, BeeBole

We’ve received some very interesting and unexpected traffic from a variety of researchers, and I think that kind of testing exercises our product more thoroughly than would be possible.

William Scalf, Security Architect, Softdocs

I could have called anyone to get a clean bill of health, but we called Bugcrowd because we wanted the most in-depth vetting of our security posture.

Chaim Mazal, Head of Global Information Security, ActiveCampaign

Penetration Testing FAQs:

What is penetration testing?
Penetration testing, often referred to as “pen testing,” is a simulated cyberattack carried out by an authorized third party (or pen tester) to identify and exploit vulnerabilities in your systems, networks, or applications—before real attackers can.

Why is penetration testing important?
It helps organizations identify security weaknesses before malicious hackers can exploit them, ensuring better protection of sensitive data and compliance with security standards. It also provides valuable insights for improving your overall security posture.

How often should penetration testing be conducted?
The frequency of penetration testing depends on your organization’s internal policies, risk profile, or regulatory requirements. Many industry standards require testing at least once a year, and many organizations also test after major system changes or product launches to stay ahead of potential threats and remain compliant.

What are the different types of penetration testing?
There are many different types of pen testing, including network pen testing, web application pen testing, mobile application pen testing, cloud pen testing, API pen testing, AI pen testing, IoT pen testing, social engineering pen testing, and continuous attack surface pen testing.

What should be included in the scope of a pen test?
The scope should define which systems, applications, APIs, cloud environments, and networks will be tested to match your risk profile and compliance needs.

What is Penetration Testing as a Service (PTaaS)?
PTaaS is a modern approach that delivers faster, more flexible pen testing through the cloud. It combines expert human testers with real-time dashboards and DevOps integrations, allowing security teams to launch tests quickly, track progress live, and fix issues faster than traditional methods.

What is the difference between black box, white box, and gray box testing?
Black box testing has no prior knowledge of the system; white box testing has full knowledge, including source code access; gray box testing combines elements of both, with partial knowledge.

Who performs penetration testing?
Certified professionals known as penetration testers or ethical hackers conduct penetration testing, often holding certifications such as CEH, OSCP, or CISSP.

What is included in a penetration testing report?
A typical report includes an executive summary, identified vulnerabilities, risk assessments, detailed findings, and recommended remediation steps.

What are the common tools used in penetration testing?
Tools include Metasploit, Nmap, Burp Suite, Wireshark, Nessus, and OWASP ZAP among others.

What are the benefits of using Bugcrowd for penetration testing?
Benefits include access to skilled penetration testers, scalable security testing, paying only for valid findings, and enhancing security posture through diverse testing.

How is pen testing different from a bug bounty program?
Pen testing is time-boxed, scoped, and led by a defined group of testers. Bug bounty programs are ongoing, open to a broader group, and use a pay-for-results model to find emergent vulnerabilities.

What types of vulnerabilities are typically reported on Bugcrowd?
Common vulnerabilities include Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), SQL Injection, Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF), and Authentication Bypass.

Can small businesses use Bugcrowd as a pen testing tool effectively?
Yes, Bugcrowd offers flexible options that can be tailored to the scale and needs of small businesses, providing efficient vulnerability discovery and mitigation.

What’s the difference between crowdsourced pen testing and traditional pen testing?
Traditional pen testing uses a small team on a fixed schedule, often with limited skills and delayed results. Crowdsourced pen testing taps into a global pool of vetted hackers, providing broader coverage, faster findings, and a pay-for-results model that rewards impact—not just time spent.

How does pen testing support compliance?
Penetration testing helps meet compliance requirements like PCI-DSS, SOC 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 by identifying security gaps and providing audit-ready reports. It validates your controls and shows regulators that you’re actively managing risk and protecting sensitive data.

How does Bugcrowd select and vet its testers?
Bugcrowd rigorously vets all testers through identity verification, skills assessments, and performance reviews to ensure trusted, high-quality results.