2026 Requirements
GDPR
Pentest
Data last verified: January 2026
Penetration Testing for GDPR
Article 32 requires 'regular testing' of security measures We align deliverables to General Data Protection Regulation evidence needs and auditor expectations.
$5K-$150K
Typical investment for Pentest
1-4 weeksPenalties: Up to €20M or 4% of global annual revenue
Pricing verified Q1 202645+ vendor interviews127+ data sourcesUpdated monthly
Evidence to Satisfy Auditors
Scope coverage matched to GDPR controls
Reporting mapped to General Data Protection Regulation evidence checklist
Retest to validate remediation before audit deadlines
Decision factors
Scope: External, internal, web app, API, cloud
Testing approach: Black box vs gray box vs white box
Compliance mapping: Reports formatted for specific frameworks
Retest inclusion: Verification of remediation
Timeline: Typical 1-4 weeks for completion
FAQs
Is Penetration Testing required for GDPR?
Article 32 requires 'regular testing' of security measures
How often should Pentest be done for GDPR?
Regular testing required, typically annual
What happens if we skip Pentest for GDPR?
Up to €20M or 4% of global annual revenue
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