Vulnerability assessment that scans your systems for known weaknesses and gives you a ranked list of what to fix.
About Vulnerability Assessment
A vulnerability assessment uses scanning tools and manual checks to find known weaknesses such as missing patches, weak configurations and exposed services. The output is a prioritised list of findings.
It is a snapshot, not a guarantee. Regular assessments, plus a process to fix what is found, keep the picture current as systems change.
What is included in Vulnerability Assessment
The typical building blocks. Scope is agreed with you in writing and tailored to your situation.
Scope agreement
Which systems, networks and applications are included.
Automated scanning
Checks for known vulnerabilities and misconfigurations.
Manual validation
Removing false positives and confirming real issues.
Risk ranking
Findings rated by severity and likelihood.
Evidence and report
Clear descriptions with proof and fix guidance.
Retest
Confirming fixes worked.
Why teams choose Vulnerability Assessment
Known problems found first
You fix issues before attackers use them.
A clear to-do list
Priorities are ranked and explained.
Evidence for customers
A report you can reference when asked.
This is a good fit if
- You have not scanned your systems recently.
- You need evidence for a customer or insurer.
- You have changed infrastructure.
Does this sound familiar?
Unknown exposure across sites, servers and mailboxes
Shared passwords and no MFA
Slow, manual response to incidents
Works well with
Other Cybersecurity & Identity services that often come with Vulnerability Assessment.
How it fits together
A typical reference architecture, from your data to the people who use it.
- Layer 1Assets and identities
- Layer 2Controls and policies
- Layer 3Detection and logging
- Layer 4Response and reporting
Technology we typically work with
Six stages, the same every time
You always know which stage you are in and what comes next.
- Stage 1
Discover
Workshops and stakeholder interviews to define goals and constraints.
- Stage 2
Assess
Current-state review of systems, data, security and spend.
- Stage 3
Architect
Target design, integration map and phased plan with owners.
- Stage 4
Implement
Build in short releases with demos, tests and staging sign-off.
- Stage 5
Optimize
Measure against agreed KPIs and tune performance and cost.
- Stage 6
Manage
Monitoring, support and a monthly review with an account manager.
Security and governance
How the work is kept safe and accountable.
- Findings reported with evidence and severity
- Partner credentials shown only when verified
- Data handling aligned to client contracts
Industries we have worked in
Ways to work together
Scope and price are confirmed in writing by a consultant after discovery.
Assessment
A fixed-scope review that ends in a written roadmap you can keep, with or without us.
- Current-state review
- Ranked priorities
- Written roadmap
Project
Defined scope, milestones and acceptance criteria for building or migrating something specific.
- Phased plan with owners
- Short releases and demos
- Handover and training
Managed
A monthly retainer once it is live: monitoring, support and a regular review.
- Monitoring and backups
- Named account manager
- Monthly review
What clients say about working with us
Our Vulnerability Assessment project had stalled before we called Bedre. Communication was steady and honest throughout. It was a calm, well-organised project.
We asked for help with Vulnerability Assessment and expected a sales pitch. They asked about our goals before talking about tools. We would happily work with them again.
Our Vulnerability Assessment project had stalled before we called Bedre. They told us when something was not a good fit for us. It felt like working with our own team.
We came in unsure where to start with Vulnerability Assessment. The work was split into small steps we could review. Handover was thorough and our people could run it afterwards.
The first call about Vulnerability Assessment set the tone. They asked about our goals before talking about tools. It removed a lot of stress for us.
We asked for help with Vulnerability Assessment and expected a sales pitch. Every step had an owner and a date, so we always knew what came next. The result was simple to explain to everyone.
An assessment finds and reports known weaknesses. A penetration test actively tries to exploit them to show real impact. Some engagements combine both.
Scans are configured carefully and scheduled to avoid disruption, and agreed in writing.
Many organisations scan monthly or quarterly and after major changes.
It depends on scope. The Assess stage produces a timeline you can review before committing.
You do. Domains, cloud accounts and data stay in your name wherever possible.
Usually yes. The Architect stage lists connectors and any limits.
Ready to scope Vulnerability Assessment?
Tell us the outcome you want. We will bring the plan.