Retailers and online stores are frequent targets of cyberattacks, with attackers seeking to exploit payment processing systems, customer loyalty programs, and third-party integrations. Common threats include card skimming, ransomware, phishing scams, and API exploitation.
As more businesses transition to cloud-based point-of-sale (POS) systems and mobile payment applications, security risks increase. Weak authentication mechanisms, unpatched software, and misconfigured security settings can leave businesses exposed to financial losses and data breaches. Without proactive security testing, retailers risk brand damage, regulatory penalties, and lost customer trust.
Retailers process millions of transactions daily, making payment systems a top target for cybercriminals. Penetration testing helps identify vulnerabilities in POS terminals, online payment gateways, and backend processing systems to prevent fraud and unauthorized access.
Hackers frequently use stolen credentials and brute-force attacks to gain unauthorized access to customer accounts. Penetration testing simulates these attacks to strengthen authentication controls, session security, and fraud detection systems.
Retailers must comply with PCI DSS, GDPR, and CCPA to protect customer data. Penetration testing ensures compliance by identifying gaps in security controls and providing actionable remediation steps.
Online marketplaces and retail websites rely on APIs to process transactions, manage inventory, and handle customer data. Penetration testing evaluates API security to prevent unauthorized data access, injection attacks, and API abuse.
A proactive cybersecurity approach is crucial for retail and e-commerce businesses. Regular penetration testing helps uncover vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them. Retailers should frequently assess their security posture across all digital and physical assets.
By conducting realistic attack simulations, businesses can detect weaknesses in payment processing, supply chain integrations, and e-commerce platforms. Addressing these risks in advance reduces the potential for fraud, data breaches, and operational disruptions.
Beyond penetration testing, retailers should implement strong multi-factor authentication, encrypt customer data, and educate employees on cybersecurity best practices. A combination of security testing, threat monitoring, and proactive remediation strategies ensures ongoing protection against evolving cyber threats.
External pen testing evaluates what attackers can access from the outside of your network. In other words, we act like cybercriminals scanning the internet for weaknesses in your firewalls, websites, cloud services, or exposed servers. We search for misconfigurations, outdated software, and known vulnerabilities that could lead to unauthorized access. Furthermore, we simulate real-world attacks to demonstrate how your public-facing systems might be targeted and exploited. By identifying these gaps early, your team can take swift action to reduce your risk
While external testing looks at outside threats, internal penetration testing focuses on dangers that come from within. For example, we simulate an attacker who has already made it past your perimeter—perhaps through phishing or a rogue device. Once inside, we explore how far they could move, what data they could access, and how easily they could escalate privileges. As a result, this test helps you understand your true exposure if your internal network is ever breached. In addition, it allows you to improve segmentation, patching, and access controls across your organization.
Wireless networks make life easier, but they also create opportunities for attackers. With our wireless penetration testing, we test your Wi-Fi environment for weak encryption, rogue access points, and poor segmentation. For instance, we simulate attacks such as evil twin setups, man-in-the-middle interception, and unauthorized network access. In addition, we examine signal leakage and guest access controls to make sure they align with best practices. As a result, you'll gain peace of mind knowing that your wireless network isn't your weakest link.
Because so much business happens online, web applications are frequent targets for cyberattacks. Our web application penetration testing focuses on identifying common and advanced vulnerabilities—such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), broken access control, and more. We carefully test how your app handles user input, authentication, sessions, and permissions. In addition, we analyze any connected APIs and backend services. Following OWASP Top 10 guidelines, we help you secure your entire application stack. Consequently, your users and data stay safe from malicious actors.
Often, it’s people—not technology—that represent the biggest risk. That’s why we include social engineering in our penetration testing offerings. Through phishing emails, phone calls, and other real-world scenarios, we test whether employees can be tricked into giving away access or sensitive data. For example, we might simulate a fake IT request or send a crafted email with a dangerous link. However, we always do this ethically and with permission. Most importantly, we provide insights into where additional training is needed—so your people become your strongest defense, not your weakest.
More companies are moving to the cloud—but unfortunately, many still misconfigure it. That’s why our cloud penetration testing focuses on AWS, Azure, and GCP environments. We search for issues like overly permissive roles, exposed storage buckets, insecure APIs, and forgotten assets. Furthermore, we follow cloud provider security best practices while using offensive testing techniques to show how these missteps can be exploited. In doing so, we help you close the gaps that attackers look for in modern hybrid and cloud-native environments.
Even the best cybersecurity plan can fail if someone can walk in the front door. Our physical penetration testing simulates real-world break-ins using techniques such as badge cloning, tailgating, lock picking, and in-person deception. For instance, we may attempt to access restricted areas or plug rogue devices into your internal network. In addition to identifying physical security weaknesses, this testing evaluates staff readiness and facility controls. As a result, you’ll understand how well your organization can stop not just virtual—but also physical—intrusions.
While traditional penetration testing focuses on finding specific technical flaws, Red Team Operations go a step further by simulating a full-scale, multi-layered cyberattack against your entire organization. In essence, this service tests not just your systems, but also your people, processes, and detection capabilities. Unlike routine penetration testing, red teaming is designed to mimic advanced threat actors—using stealth, persistence, and creativity to bypass your defenses over time.
Choosing a cybersecurity partner with expertise in retail and e-commerce security is essential to protect transactions, customer data, and business operations. At Adversim, we specialize in penetration testing tailored to the unique challenges of retailers, online stores, and supply chain networks.
