How often should my cloud environment be reviewed?

Regular reviews are recommended annually or biannually to ensure your cloud configurations remain secure and compliant, especially after significant updates, architecture changes, or new service deployments.

What cloud platforms does APOLLOSEC assess?

APOLLOSEC assesses all major cloud platforms — AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) — evaluating configurations against CIS benchmarks to identify vulnerabilities and compliance gaps.

Will the cloud assessment disrupt our services?

No. Cloud assessments are conducted using non-intrusive methods, typically with read-only access. This ensures your operations continue uninterrupted throughout the review.

Why is the CIS benchmark important for cloud security?

The CIS (Center for Internet Security) benchmark provides industry-recognised guidelines for securing cloud environments. Aligning with CIS benchmarks helps organisations meet regulatory standards, reduce misconfiguration risk, and demonstrate security maturity to auditors and customers.

What compliance frameworks does APOLLOSEC's cloud assessment cover?

APOLLOSEC's cloud assessments verify alignment with GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS, in addition to CIS benchmarks. This helps identify compliance gaps before they become audit findings or regulatory issues.

What is an authorisation form and why is it required?

An authorisation form grants legal permission to assess your cloud environment. In the UK, unauthorised testing can violate the Computer Misuse Act. The form defines scope, ensures legal compliance, and makes all stakeholders aware of the assessment.

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Why conduct cloud assessments?

In today's multi-cloud environment, securing your cloud infrastructure against social engineering and internal threats is more critical than ever. However, conducting internal assessments can introduce bias and overlook hidden vulnerabilities due to blind spots.

At APOLLOSEC, we provide comprehensive cloud penetration testing designed to simulate insider threats—such as rogue or compromised employees—using white-box credentials. Our expert team evaluates vulnerabilities across major platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). We employ thorough techniques to mimic potential attack scenarios, aiming to exfiltrate sensitive data like emails and files while identifying weaknesses in your cloud security posture.

As the cloud landscape rapidly evolves, it's essential to benchmark and map out a secure and compliant environment. Our assessments align with the Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks, offering a structured evaluation to identify internal risks, misconfigurations, and compliance gaps within your cloud infrastructure.

APOLLOSEC delivers the insights and expert guidance you need to secure your cloud environments, ensuring they adhere to industry best practices and remain resilient against emerging threats.

Our Methodology

Plan & Prepare

We collaborate with your IT team to define the goals of the cloud CIS benchmark review, focusing on specific security and compliance needs across your enabled AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud set-up. Whether you’re targeting particular controls or seeking a comprehensive assessment, we tailor our approach to your objectives.

Asses Cloud Services Vulnerabilities

Our expert team performs a detailed review using a mixture of automated and manual testing of IAM policies, cloud infrastructure such as firewalls, virtual networks and access controls as well as vulnerabilities that can stem from misconfigurations and human error.

Compliance & Governance

Our testing will verify that your cloud environment meets industry standards and regulatory requirements ensuring compliance with frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA and PCI DSS.

Reporting

We provide expert guidance debriefing to help you understand the identified vulnerabilities. After remediation, we offer follow-up retesting to verify that the issues are resolved and that your application is secure and resilient.

Why choose APOLLOSEC?

Our experienced testers collaborate closely with your IT team to design simulations that replicate real-world insider threat scenarios. We thoroughly evaluate your cloud security across all major platforms—including AWS, Azure, GCP—and internal systems. After the assessment, we provide detailed reports highlighting vulnerabilities, their impact, and practical steps for remediation. We also offer expert guidance during a post-assessment briefing to help your team implement effective solutions.

By partnering with us, you're engaging with experts who have built, maintained, and secured a wide range of cloud and enterprise environments. We go beyond merely identifying issues—we provide actionable goals and guide you through best practices and remediation processes. This ensures you maintain a secure and compliant cloud environment without unnecessary complexity.

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FAQs

Regular reviews are recommended annually or biannually to ensure your cloud configurations remain secure and compliant, especially after significant updates or changes.
The review covers all major cloud platforms—AWS, Azure, and GCP—assessing configurations against the CIS benchmarks to identify vulnerabilities and compliance gaps.
An authorisation form is a document that grants permission to conduct penetration testing on your systems. It is essential for several reasons:
- Computer Misuse Act Compliance: In the UK, unauthorised testing can violate the Computer Misuse Act. The authorisation form ensures that the penetration test is legally sanctioned.
- Scope definition: The form clearly outlines the scope of the test, including the IP addresses and systems to be tested. This ensures that only authorised scans are conducted and helps identify unauthorised activities.
- Stakeholder awareness: By listing the scan IP addresses at the bottom of the form, you ensure that all stakeholders are aware of the testing activities and can differentiate between legitimate tests and potential attacks.
No, the review is conducted using non-intrusive methods, typically with read-only access, ensuring minimal disruption to your operations.
The CIS benchmark provides industry-recognised guidelines for securing cloud environments, helping organisations align with best practices and meet regulatory standards.

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Cloud Penetration Testing & Assessments

Why conduct cloud assessments?

In today's multi-cloud environment, securing your cloud infrastructure against social engineering and internal threats is more critical than ever. However, conducting internal assessments can introduce bias and overlook hidden vulnerabilities due to blind spots.

APOLLOSEC delivers the insights and expert guidance you need to secure your cloud environments, ensuring they adhere to industry best practices and remain resilient against emerging threats.