Thick Client Penetration Test
Harden Your Desktop Applications: Root Out Vulnerabilities
Thick client applications—your robust desktop software for finance, digital art, system administration, engineering, or enterprise workflows. These applications are powerful but often times security is secondary. Local execution means they’re ripe for reverse engineering, memory exploits, or insecure network calls, potentially exposing sensitive data or enabling full system compromise. Aevora’s Thick Client Penetration Testing arms you against these threats.
We simulate what the bad guys do to dissect your thick client applications, merging automated scanning with advanced tooling and sophisticated manual exploitation. Ready to secure your software? Contact us today for a free consultation.
What is Thick Client Penetration Testing?
Thick Client Penetration Testing is an ethical hacking simulation on your standalone local applications, probing for client-side flaws that could cascade to servers or endpoints. We analyze binaries, runtime behavior, and communications to find hidden vulnerabilities. We hunt down all vulnerabilities, including those in the OWASP Desktop App Top 10:
- Injections
- Broken Authentication & Session Management
- Sensitive Data Exposure
- Improper Cryptography Usage
- Improper Authorization
- Security Misconfiguration
- Insecure Communication
- Poor Code Quality
- Using Components with Known Vulnerabilities
- Insufficient Logging and Monitoring
Some of the common vulnerabilities that Aevora operators discover in these engagements are:
- Memory Corruption
- Insecure File Handling
- Local Privilege Escalation
- Weak Authentication in Client-Server Exchanges
- Reverse Engineering Vectors
- Supply Chain Risks in Embedded Libraries
- Logic Flaws in Offline Modes
Our Methodoly
At Aevora, we don’t do one-size-fits-all. Our penetration testing follows industry-leading frameworks from OWASP and NIST, tailored to your unique environment. Here’s how we deliver results:
- Scoping & Reconnaissance: We collaborate with you to define targets, rules of engagement, and business-critical assets—ensuring zero disruption to your operations. During this time we also discuss application details. Aevora operators will also perform passive reconnaissance during scoping to get a general intelligence perspective on the target thick applications.
- Vulnerability Scanning & Enumeration: Aevora operators utilize a hybrid testing approach where tasks are both automated and manually executed. When technology enables executing simple tasks or finding low hanging fruit, it is utilized, but we pride ourselves greatly on our ability to find intricate vulnerabilities using the creative human mind.
- Exploitation & Proof-of-Concept : We attempt controlled exploits to demonstrate real impact, from memory corruption to privilege escalation. All findings include detailed steps for reproducing outcomes.
- Post-Exploitation Analysis : We don’t stop after a vulnerability is found. Instantly the question, “What is the worst thing that could happen?” gets asked. Aevora operators seek to chain vulnerabilities and move around the environment for additional access.
- Comprehensive Reporting & Remediation Guidance : You’ll receive a detailed report with executive summaries, technical findings, risk ratings (CVSS-scored), and step-by-step fix recommendations. Plus, we offer re-testing at a discount to verify remediations.
All of Aevora’s operators possess the highly coveted OSCP certification and we also have more application tailored certifications such as the GWAPT and BSCP. With Aevora you are getting the best and you can have confidence that every test is thorough, confidential, and compliant with standards like PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR.
Why Choose Aevora for Your Thick Client Pen Test?
In a sea of cybersecurity firms, Aevora stands out because we prioritize your success. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Adaptive and Capable: We have compromised a large variety of different thick clients. Rather it is a small photo editor, networking tool, or an application used for enhanced security—we will find every angle and pry with precision and resilience. Aevora operators are required to remain knowledgeable on the latest security trends, tooling, techniques, and application security concepts.
- Rapid Turnaround: Most engagements are completed in 2-4 weeks. Importantly, we are flexible and are ready to work around the timelines that you require. Engagement length is primarily determined by the application size and Aevora’s testing schedule.
- Transparent Pricing: Starting at $5,000 per week for standard engagements. While scoping, we will analyze the application size and complexity. Both of these factors can fluctuate the service cost as every application is unique and built differently. We do not have hidden fees. Once you receive a quote, it accounts for everything from the kick-off call to the final out-brief where we share the report and discuss the technical narrative.
- Ongoing Partnership: Beyond the engagement, you will have access our threat intelligence feeds and quarterly health checks to stay ahead of emerging risks. This is completely free. We want to be your go-to experts year-round. We prioritize your success.
Who Benefits From Our Thick Client Pen Testing?
This service is essential for:
Development and DevOps Teams: Identify and fix vulnerabilities early in the development lifecycle before they reach production. Our detailed reports help developers understand the root cause of issues, reducing technical debt and improving code quality. Even if the application is in a mature state, it always beneficial to get additional perspectives in new lenses. Not only will developers fix vulnerabilities, they will learn new secure coding concepts.
Security Teams: Augment your internal capabilities with an external perspective. Our assessments uncover blind spots, validate existing defenses, and provide actionable data to strengthen your organization’s security posture.
SaaS Providers and Tech Companies: Protect user data, maintain platform integrity, and avoid costly breaches. Regular application testing helps ensure your service remains secure, trusted, and compliant as your user base grows.
Heavily Regulated Industries: Meet strict compliance requirements such as PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and GDPR. Our penetration tests provide the necessary evidence and risk insights to satisfy auditors and regulators. If you have specific compliance requirements, be sure to let us know during scoping.
Companies Preparing for Funding, Acquisition, or Compliance Audits: Demonstrate a mature security posture to investors, acquirers, or auditors. A clean, professional penetration test report shows due diligence and builds confidence in your application’s security.
Businesses of All Sizes: Whether you’re a startup launching your first product or an enterprise managing a portfolio of applications, our application pen testing services scale to meet your needs and safeguard your business from evolving threats. Vulnerability scanners will not catch everything and in today’s cyber landscape, it is crucial to have a hardened environment. Protect your customers, data, reputation, and infrastructure.