Does SOC 2 require a penetration test?

SOC 2 does not mandate a penetration test in a single requirement, but auditors commonly expect one as evidence of vulnerability management and due diligence under the Security criteria. In practice, most organizations include one.

What is the difference between SOC 2 Type I and Type II?

Type I assesses whether your controls are designed appropriately at a point in time. Type II assesses whether they operated effectively over a period, typically three to twelve months. A penetration test supports both.

How often should we run a SOC 2 penetration test?

Annually is the common cadence, plus after any significant change to in-scope systems. We can align timing to your audit window.

Will my auditor accept your report?

Yes. Our reports include the methodology, CVSS scoring, proof of concept, and Trust Services Criteria mapping that auditors look for.

Compliance

SOC 2 penetration testing your auditor will accept.

A penetration test is a common expectation for a credible SOC 2 examination. Veribreak delivers manual testing and an audit-ready report mapped to the Trust Services Criteria, so your auditor can close controls without back-and-forth.

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Where a penetration test fits in SOC 2

SOC 2 is built on the Trust Services Criteria, with Security as the common set every report includes. While SOC 2 does not name penetration testing in a single line item, auditors routinely expect one as evidence of due diligence under the Common Criteria.

A penetration test supports criteria around risk monitoring and vulnerability detection, including CC4.1 and CC7.1, by showing you actively identify and remediate exploitable weaknesses.

What you receive

A scoped, manual penetration test of the systems in your SOC 2 boundary.
A report with CVSS scoring, proof of concept, and remediation steps your auditor and engineers can both use.
Mapping of findings to the relevant Trust Services Criteria.
A free retest of every finding for 90 days so you can show issues are resolved before your audit window closes.

One test, mapped to every framework you carry

If you carry more than one obligation, a single engagement can produce evidence for several at once. Our reports map to SOC 2 alongside PCI DSS 4.0, HIPAA, ISO 27001, and CMMC.

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Frequently asked questions

Does SOC 2 require a penetration test?: SOC 2 does not mandate a penetration test in a single requirement, but auditors commonly expect one as evidence of vulnerability management and due diligence under the Security criteria. In practice, most organizations include one.
What is the difference between SOC 2 Type I and Type II?: Type I assesses whether your controls are designed appropriately at a point in time. Type II assesses whether they operated effectively over a period, typically three to twelve months. A penetration test supports both.
How often should we run a SOC 2 penetration test?: Annually is the common cadence, plus after any significant change to in-scope systems. We can align timing to your audit window.
Will my auditor accept your report?: Yes. Our reports include the methodology, CVSS scoring, proof of concept, and Trust Services Criteria mapping that auditors look for.

Book a 30-minute scoping call

Tell us what you need tested and the deadline you are working toward. You leave the call with a transparent estimate and a recommendation, not a generic quote. Standard, expedited, and audit-deadline emergency timelines are available.

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