Full Stack Pentest

Overview

ioSENTRIX partnered with a prominent advisory service provider in the U.S. to perform a full-stack penetration test on their Citrix-hosted web application, which handled sensitive legal and financial data. The organization needed to identify and mitigate potential risks within their internal network infrastructure and web application before launching the system. ioSENTRIX executed a comprehensive security assessment that uncovered multiple vulnerabilities across the application’s dependencies, infrastructure, and network layers. By identifying critical risks and providing actionable remediation strategies, ioSENTRIX helped the client strengthen their security posture and prepare the application for a safe, secure, and timely launch.

The Challenges

The advisory service provider was concerned about potential risks within their complex application infrastructure, which utilized Citrix XenApp and XenDesktop for secure access. The client needed to ensure the web application’s security controls were robust and that no vulnerabilities existed within the internal Citrix-hosted environment. Additionally, the challenge involved conducting the assessment without disrupting critical legal and financial operations while clearly communicating security risks and remediation steps to the client’s technical teams.

Identifying vulnerabilities within the Citrix-hosted environment while maintaining operational continuity.
Ensuring role-based access controls, authentication mechanisms, and encryption were correctly implemented.
Communicating complex security risks and recommendations in an actionable and clear manner.

The Solution

ioSENTRIX conducted a three-week full-stack penetration test that assessed the client’s entire in-scope infrastructure, including the web application and Citrix environment. Our team successfully bypassed Citrix’s security restrictions, performing internal network reconnaissance that led to the discovery of critical vulnerabilities, such as cross-site scripting (XSS) and privilege escalation. ioSENTRIX provided a detailed report, including severity ratings and remediation steps for the identified risks. Additionally, ioSENTRIX collaborated with the client’s team to prioritize high-risk vulnerabilities and provide risk management support to ensure swift remediation.

Conducted network reconnaissance by bypassing Citrix security restrictions and identifying critical internal vulnerabilities.
Uncovered exploitable vulnerabilities, including cross-site scripting (XSS) and missing authorization checks.
Delivered a comprehensive report with remediation strategies based on the severity of vulnerabilities.

Results

ioSENTRIX’s full-stack pentest identified and remediated critical vulnerabilities within the client’s infrastructure, including privileged access to the Domain Controller. These vulnerabilities were prioritized and resolved, resulting in significant improvements to the client’s security posture. By working closely with ioSENTRIX, the advisory service provider achieved a more secure environment for their web application and Citrix infrastructure, enabling them to launch the application on time with confidence in its ability to handle sensitive legal and financial data securely.

Critical vulnerabilities, including privilege escalation, were identified and mitigated.
The client’s security posture improved, ensuring a secure application launch.
The risk of data compromise within the Citrix environment was significantly reduced.

Benefits

Through ioSENTRIX’s expert full-stack pentest, the client significantly improved its security posture and minimized risks across its application infrastructure. The client’s team gained a clearer understanding of potential vulnerabilities, which were quickly remediated with ioSENTRIX’s support. The pentest also enabled the client to ensure compliance with industry standards and avoid potential data breaches. Ultimately, ioSENTRIX’s solutions helped the advisory service provider securely launch their web application, protecting sensitive customer data and reinforcing trust with their clients.

Improved compliance with industry security standards and minimized the risk of data breaches.
Strengthened the client’s internal team’s ability to identify and mitigate future security risks.
Protected sensitive legal and financial data through enhanced security measures.

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