Find Your Vulnerabilities Before Cybercriminals Do
Most cyberattacks don’t rely on brand new techniques, they exploit known vulnerabilities that a business simply never got around to fixing. The problem is you can’t fix what you can’t see. Without regular scanning, these gaps quietly build up across your workstations, servers, and network equipment, turning into entry points for an attacker.
Our service combines two complementary approaches: continuous scanning that detects and prioritizes vulnerabilities across your network, and penetration testing that simulates real attacks to show what a hacker could actually accomplish. You get a clear picture of your risks and a prioritized correction plan. Contact us today for a vulnerability assessment!
Continuous Vulnerability Scanning
Every engagement starts with deploying a full scan of your network. Your workstations, servers, and equipment are scanned continuously, from both inside and outside your network, to catch known vulnerabilities before an attacker can exploit them.
Automated Penetration Testing (Pentest)
Finding a vulnerability only tells part of the story, you also need to know what a hacker could actually do with it. Our penetration tests simulate real attacks on your network, from both inside and outside, revealing the paths an attacker would take and demonstrating the real world impact of each vulnerability.
Vulnerability Prioritization and a Correction Plan
Not all vulnerabilities carry the same weight. Connextek assesses the risk level of each gap and provides you with a prioritized correction plan, along with concrete recommendations, so your teams fix what truly matters first, without getting lost in the noise.
Detailed Reporting and Compliance Support
Our service combines leading edge technology with unmatched local expertise, producing clear reports that support your compliance and insurance requirements, providing robust protection for SMEs across Quebec and Greater Montreal, for every budget.
Do You Know Where a Cybercriminal Could Get In?
Most businesses test their security once a year, if that. Yet your network is constantly changing: new software, new devices, new employees, and every change can introduce a new gap. Between checks, these vulnerabilities go unnoticed, giving an attacker all the time they need to exploit them.
Our service scans your network continuously and simulates real attacks, showing you exactly where your weaknesses are before a hacker finds them first.
Our technology identifies:
- Known, unpatched vulnerabilities on your workstations and servers.
- Externally exposed gaps visible from the internet.
- Misconfigurations and exploitable weak passwords.
- The paths an attacker could take to reach your data.
Choosing Connextek means gaining a complete local team, including an IT director and offensive security specialists, working to fix your gaps before they become a breach.
Book a Meeting with Our TeamWhat's Included in Our Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Scanning Service
- Continuous vulnerability scanning.
- Internal and external network analysis.
- Automated penetration testing.
- Internal and external attack simulation.
- Misconfiguration detection.
- Weak or compromised password detection.
- Risk scoring and vulnerability prioritization.
- Correction plan and concrete recommendations.
- Dashboard and ongoing tracking.
- Clear reports for leadership and compliance.
- Support for cyber insurance and Law 25 requirements.
- Proactive guidance and support.
Fix Gaps Before They Become a Breach
Known, unpatched vulnerabilities are behind a large share of data breaches. The most frustrating part is that these gaps could have been detected and fixed in time, well before an attacker exploited them.
Continuously scanning for vulnerabilities is one of the most cost effective cybersecurity measures available. Instead of waiting for a costly annual test, you maintain constant visibility into the state of your network and fix gaps as they appear. For an SME, it’s an accessible layer of protection that significantly reduces the risk of a breach, while supporting your compliance with Law 25 and the increasingly strict requirements of cyber insurance providers.
For SMEs across Quebec and Greater Montreal, testing your security regularly is a strategic decision. It means knowing your weaknesses before attackers do, and protecting your systems, your data, and the continuity of your operations for the long term.
Book a Meeting with Our TeamFrequently Asked Questions
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What Is a Vulnerability Scan?
A vulnerability scan is an automated scan of your network that detects known security gaps across your workstations, servers, and equipment, such as outdated software, missing patches, or risky configurations. Each gap is then rated by risk level, letting you fix what an attacker could actually exploit first. It's a core, essential part of any cybersecurity strategy.
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What Is Penetration Testing (Pentest)?
Penetration testing, or pentesting, goes a step further than a scan: it simulates a real cyberattack against your network to see what a hacker could actually accomplish. Rather than simply spotting gaps, it exploits them in a controlled way to demonstrate their real world impact, such as access to sensitive data or control over an account. It's the best way to measure your true risk exposure.
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What's the Difference Between a Vulnerability Scan and a Penetration Test?
A vulnerability scan identifies and lists the potential gaps in your network: it's a snapshot. Penetration testing actively tries to exploit those gaps to show what an attacker could actually do with them: it's a real world stress test. The two work together. Our service combines continuous scanning, for constant monitoring, with penetration testing, to concretely validate your level of protection.
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How Often Should I Test My Network?
The traditional annual test is no longer enough, since your network is constantly changing: new software, new devices, new employees. Every change can introduce a new gap. That's why we favor continuous scanning, which monitors your network at all times, complemented by regular or on demand penetration tests, for example after a major change to your environment.
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What's the Difference Between an Internal and an External Scan?
An external scan looks at your network from the perspective of an attacker on the internet, identifying what's exposed and exploitable from the outside. An internal scan operates from inside your network, the way a malicious employee or an attacker who's already breached your perimeter would, to detect internal gaps and potential paths of movement. Our service covers both, for a complete picture of your security.
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Will a Vulnerability Scan Disrupt My Operations?
No. Scans are designed to run in the background without interrupting your operations, and can be scheduled outside peak hours if needed. You get constant visibility into your network's security, with no impact on your team's productivity. You can also track how your vulnerabilities evolve over time through a clear dashboard.
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Does Vulnerability Testing Help with Law 25 Compliance and Getting Cyber Insurance?
Yes. Law 25 requires Quebec businesses to take reasonable security measures to protect personal information, and vulnerability scanning is part of that. Insurers, for their part, are increasingly asking for proof of regular testing before issuing or renewing a cyber insurance policy. Our clear reports document your efforts and directly support both your compliance and your insurance applications.
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What Happens Once Vulnerabilities Are Detected?
We don't just hand you a list of gaps. Each vulnerability is rated by risk level and paired with concrete recommendations for fixing it. You get a prioritized correction plan that lets your team tackle the most critical issues first. We can also support you with remediation, based on your needs.
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Are These Services a Good Fit for Clinics, Professional Offices, and Regulated Firms?
Yes. We support numerous medical clinics, accounting firms, notaries, engineering firms, and businesses governed by professional orders across Quebec and Greater Montreal. These organizations need to protect sensitive information and demonstrate rigorous risk management. Our vulnerability scanning and penetration testing services are built to meet their confidentiality obligations and the requirements of Law 25.
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Do You Offer Your Services Across Quebec?
Yes. Our vulnerability scanning and penetration testing services are available across Quebec, with a strong presence in Montreal, Greater Montreal, and Quebec City. We test on site networks as well as hybrid and distributed environments, making us a great fit for businesses with multiple locations or remote teams.
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How Does an Engagement with Connextek Get Started?
The first step is an initial vulnerability assessment, which gives you a clear picture of the state of your network. We then set up continuous scanning, schedule penetration tests based on your needs, and provide you with a prioritized correction plan. Everything is set up quickly, with no disruption to your operations.
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Why Choose Connextek for Your Security Testing?
Because we're a recognized Quebec based MSP with over 15 years of IT and cybersecurity expertise. What sets us apart: an approach built for Quebec and Greater Montreal SMEs, bilingual, local, personal service, a proactive mindset focused on prevention, scalable solutions aligned with Quebec and Canadian standards, and the ability to integrate vulnerability scanning into your existing IT environment.