Why we offer free penetration tests

Cybercrime in 2026: why companies should test their systems now

Cyberattacks are no longer the exception. What used to affect mainly large corporations now affects companies of every size — especially when websites, servers or cloud services are in use.

Automated attacks, increasingly AI-supported methods and professionally organised perpetrators mean that vulnerabilities are identified and exploited more quickly. The relevant question is therefore less whether a company will be attacked, and more when and with what consequences.

A changed threat landscape

Cybercrime has evolved considerably in recent years:

• Attacks often run automatically and continuously
• Newly published vulnerabilities are often exploited within a short time
• Small and medium-sized enterprises are increasingly being targeted
• Web applications, APIs and cloud services are among the most common points of attack

Many attacks are not targeted but opportunistic. Automated systems constantly scan the internet for open ports, outdated software versions, misconfigurations or weak credentials. Once a vulnerability is found, the attack follows regardless of company size or industry.

“We are too small” is not a security factor

The assumption that smaller companies are not a worthwhile target is deceptive. In practice, the following patterns are common:

• smaller security budgets
• irregular updates and patch cycles
• missing or only superficial security reviews

This creates risks, for example from ransomware, data leaks or the compromise of web systems as a starting point for further attacks.

Undiscovered vulnerabilities as a real risk

Many security problems are not new — they simply remain undiscovered. Common causes include:

• outdated plugins, libraries or frameworks
• misconfigurations in server or cloud environments
• insecure authentication mechanisms
• insufficient access restrictions
• sensitive data that is publicly accessible

As long as vulnerabilities are unknown, they cannot be fixed in a targeted way — attackers, on the other hand, often find them systematically.

Penetration testing: checking security under real-world conditions

A penetration test (pentest) simulates a realistic attack on websites, applications or IT infrastructure. The aim is to identify concretely exploitable vulnerabilities before they are misused.

The focus is on questions such as:

• Which attack surfaces are reachable from outside?
• How far could an attacker get in a real incident?
• Which data or systems would potentially be affected?
• Which risks should be dealt with as a priority?

The result is a structured assessment of the current level of security — complemented by clear, actionable recommendations.

Why we offer free penetration tests

As a web agency with a focus on cyber security, we want to enable companies to assess the security of their systems realistically — without high barriers to entry.

We currently offer free penetration tests for:

• websites and web applications
• servers and IT infrastructure

We provide the results transparently and without obligation. Companies decide for themselves whether and how they want to implement further measures. On request, we support you in fixing the vulnerabilities identified — in a structured, prioritised and practical way.

Security begins with transparency

Many security incidents can be avoided if risks are recognised early. A penetration test is not an expression of mistrust, but an instrument of a responsible IT security strategy.

If you would like to know how secure your systems currently are, we offer you the opportunity of a free penetration test — confidential, without obligation and with clear results.