NIST SP 800-115: Penetration Testing Methodology

Methodology phases

• Planning and scoping
• Discovery / enumeration
• Attack / validation
• Reporting and remediation tracking

Modern delivery

Integrate findings into GRC POA&Ms and retest evidence. Link to agentic pentesting where continuous coverage is needed.

Safety

Production OT and payment systems need extra constraints — coordinate change freezes.

How CyberSilo Helps

• Evidence mapping in CyberSilo CSA
• Detection and logging proof with ThreatHawk SIEM
• Advisory scoping — contact CyberSilo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 800-115 still relevant?

Yes as process guidance; pair with current threat techniques.

Pentest vs vuln scan?

Pentest validates exploitability and chaining; scans find candidates.

Report tips?

Risk-ranked findings with reproduction and fix verification.

Related Resources

• NIST hub
• Agentic pentesting