Virtual Desktop Penetration Test
NetSPI will identify vulnerabilities that provide unauthorized access to the operating system through desktops published via virtualization platforms like Citrix and VMware.
Improve application security with a virtual desktop penetration testing by NetSPI
As the number of remote workers increases it’s become more challenging to manage physical workstations. As a result, many companies provide remote desktop access through virtualization platforms like Citrix and VMware. Those platforms can make it easy for remote employees, partners, and vendors to access what they need without as much overhead cost and management. However, with the ease of access comes additional risks that don’t have to be considered for laptops not typically accessible from the internet.
During Virtual Desktop Penetration Tests, NetSPI will identify vulnerabilities that provide unauthorized access to the operating system through desktops published via virtualization platforms like Citrix and VMware. Additionally, NetSPI will review the system configuration to identify vulnerabilities that could be used to escalate privileges, pivot into the internal environment, or exfiltrate sensitive data.
NetSPI also offers host-based pentests and red team engagement that focus on virtualization platforms:

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Our Virtual Desktop Penetration Testing Service
NetSPI will test your virtual desktop whether it is hosted internally or in a virtualized environment. NetSPI’s approach to virtual desktop pentesting includes reviewing server-side controls, data communication paths, and potential client-related issues. We will employ manual and automated pentesting processes using commercial, open source, and proprietary software to evaluate your application.

Breakout Testing
- Virtualization platform vulnerabilities and configurations
- Virtual desktop configurations
- Ingress configurations
- Egress configurations
Pentesting Research and Tools
Learn about penetration testing on our blog, our open-source penetration testing toolsets for the infosec community, and our SQL injection wiki.

Benefits of Virtual Desktop Penetration Testing
Pentest your applications to:
Avoid breaches
Discover your vulnerabilities and exposure, before a breach occurs.
Achieve compliance
Meet application security testing requirements from a third-party.
Improve security
Learn how to strengthen your software development process.
Augment your team
Get a fresh set of eyes from penetration testing experts.