2026 Requirements
ISO 27001
Pentest
Data last verified: January 2026
Penetration Testing for ISO 27001
Regular testing required as part of ISMS; typically annual We align deliverables to ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management evidence needs and auditor expectations.
$5K-$150K
Typical investment for Pentest
1-4 weeksPenalties: Loss of certification, customer contract violations
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Evidence to Satisfy Auditors
Scope coverage matched to ISO 27001 controls
Reporting mapped to ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management 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 ISO 27001?
Regular testing required as part of ISMS; typically annual
How often should Pentest be done for ISO 27001?
3-year certification cycle with annual surveillance audits
What happens if we skip Pentest for ISO 27001?
Loss of certification, customer contract violations
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