Pentest Providers DACH 2026 at a Glance

Penetration Testing in the DACH Region

Penetration Testing (pentesting) is the systematic examination of IT systems for vulnerabilities through simulated attacks. Unlike Red Teaming, pentesting focuses on a clearly defined scope and aims to identify as many vulnerabilities as possible within a specific area.

Common Pentesting Areas

  • Web Application Pentesting - Testing web applications for OWASP Top 10 and beyond
  • Infrastructure Pentesting - Network scans, service exploitation, privilege escalation
  • Active Directory Pentesting - Attacks on AD environments, Kerberoasting, AS-REP Roasting, DCSync
  • Cloud Security Assessments - AWS, Azure, GCP - configuration review and exploitation
  • Mobile Application Pentesting - iOS and Android app security reviews
  • API Pentesting - REST, GraphQL, SOAP - authentication, authorization, injection

Pentesting Providers in the DACH Region

slashsec Red Teaming GmbH

Vienna, Austria · Engagements across DACH · slashsec.at

Specialized pentesting provider from Vienna focused on demanding penetration tests and Red Teaming. Highest certification density in the team (OSCP, OSEP, OSWE, CRTO, CRTO2).

  • Web Application & API Pentesting
  • Infrastructure & Active Directory Pentesting
  • Cloud Security Assessments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Engagements in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland
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Customers across DACH who rely on slashsec

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Frequently asked questions about pentest providers in DACH

How do I choose the right pentest provider in the DACH region?
Look at the team's certifications (OSCP, OSEP, OSWE, CRTO), references from comparable projects, a transparent methodology (OWASP, PTES) and the quality of the reports. Reputable providers share a sample report upfront and explain their approach in an initial call.

How much does a penetration test cost?
Costs depend on scope, depth and duration - typical projects run from a few days to several weeks. Quotes only become comparable once the scope is clearly defined. A free initial consultation usually clarifies the realistic effort quickly.

How often should a penetration test be performed?
At least once a year and after major changes to systems or applications. Many frameworks and regulations (ISO 27001, TISAX, DORA, NIS2) require regular technical security testing.

What is the difference between a pentest and red teaming?
A penetration test finds as many vulnerabilities as possible within a defined scope. Red teaming simulates a real attacker against the entire organization - including the blue team's detection and response capabilities.

Can a provider from Austria run pentests in Germany or Switzerland?
Yes. Pentest providers regularly work across borders within the DACH region. What matters are solid contractual foundations (GDPR data processing agreements or the Swiss DSG) and experience with local regulatory requirements. Remote testing is standard; on-site work happens as needed.

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